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Boston Terrier
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Classification:
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Size:
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Average height/weight:
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A healthy female is normally 6.8kg and 30cm tall, while a male in peak condition is 12kg and is up to 45cm tall.
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Temperment:
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Boston Terriers are lively, highly intelligent little characters, noted for their loving, affectionate personality. This is characterised by extreme devotion to family and friends, children, and other pets.
The dog's bearing should convey an impression of determination, strength and activity. Symmetry, beauty, style and elegance are all hallmarks of this diminutive, but highly distinctive breed. In particular, the Boston's large dark, expressive eyes contribute to its characteristic and captivating demeanour. Boston Terriers are fastidiously clean and quiet to have around the house.
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Average lifespan:
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Blessed with heaps of personality Boston Terriers usually live up to 14 years of age, but given plenty of praise and attention and the proper nutrition will easily live to 16 years.
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Background:
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The Boston Terrier was developed in the United States and its ancestors were British Bulldogs and English White Terriers, but these breeds were considerably different from those we know today.
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History:
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Compatibility with other pets:
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Excellent
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Please take note:
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Not suitable for very young children.
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Ideal owners:
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The Boston Terrier makes an ideal dog for those with limited room
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Decision time
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Before making a decision on getting a puppy, here are some articles you might find helpful:
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Where to find dogs
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Find out about important information about purchasing dogs from pet shops and traders
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