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| ABOUT BOSTON TERRIERS |
| This dog was known as Judge or Hooper's Judge. He was a cross breed between an English Bulldog and a White English Terrier. His head was squared and blocky and he had a nearly even mouth. Judge weighed about 32 pounds and was rather tall stationed. His color was dark brindle. Judge was cross bred with a Bulldog-type female called Gyp, owned by Edward Burnett, of Southboro, Massachusetts. Gyp was short in statue and had a blocky head and weighed about 20 pounds. Dog fighting was a popular form of entertainment in those days. The Boston Terrier was originally bred for this purpose. Many times the same dogs that were put in the rings to fight were also the family dog. Their devotion to their masters was notable even by the people who found pit fighting repugnant. By the year 1891, the Boston Terrier was an established breed. Off springs were consistently looking like their sire and dam. The breeders formed the American Bull terrier Club in Boston, and applied to the American Kennel Club for membership status. The Boston Terrier looked nothing like the Bull terrier, so there were objections raised by the Bull terrier breeders. So the club changed its name to Boston Terrier Club and in 1893 was admitted to membership in the AKC. In the 1920's breeders started to pay more attention to the markings on the body, and the body proportions. Pit fighting, for the most part was illegal in most states, and its popularity was dwindling. The dogs already had a reputation for having a notable devotion to their masters and family so the breeders started looking at the dog as a companion. By the 1950's the Boston Terrier was very much like the dog we know today which are gentle and friendly. Characteristics: The Boston Terrier is a lively highly intelligent, smooth coated, short-headed, compactly built, short-tailed, well balanced dog, brindle, seal or black in color and evenly marked with white chest, collar, and blaze between its eyes (show standards). Variations, such as a white coat with mixed markings, do exist as pets and have their virtues. I have seen that the white coats with mixed markings, are becoming a more popular color with some pet owners although they are not show standards. The head is in proportion to the size of the dog and the expression indicates a high degree of intelligence. The body is rather short and well knit, the limbs strong and neatly turned, the tail is short and no feature is so prominent that the dog appears badly proportioned. The dog conveys an impression of determination, strength and activity, with style of a high order: carriage easy and graceful. The Height is from 15-17 inches and weight is 10-25 pounds. Temperament: There are few dogs, having the disposition of the Boston Terrier. Their kind and gentle disposition have won them the name of the American Gentleman, a name rightfully given, and as companions or house pets, they have few equals. The breed likes to learn and therefore is not difficult to teach. Their intelligence ensures they pick things up quickly. They are most reliable with children and especially good with elderly people and very friendly to strangers. The Boston Terrier is playful, very affectionate and likes to be part of the family. They get along well with non-canine pets and get along well with other family pets if introduced to them at a young age. The Boston Terrier is a friendly and lively dog. He is loving and sensitive, merry and bright, at times a clown and has a deep love for his family and children. The Boston Terrier is not a fighter, yet can more than take care of itself should the need arise. It is often protective of its owner. This along with its small size, makes the Boston Terrier a popular breed. Grooming: His coat is easy to care for when it comes to grooming, a few strokes with a soft brush will keep his short, smooth coat gleaming. Living Conditions: Boston Terriers are good for apartments as well as country living. They are relatively inactive indoors and do okay without a yard. The breed is sensitive to extreme weather conditions. Regular walks or sessions of free play in a fenced-in area is all the Boston Terrier needs to stay in shape. Life Expectancy: About 15 or more years. |
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