Boston Terrier breeders will tell you that the Boston Terrier, which is the state dog of Massachusetts, is really not a Terrier at all. Called the Boston Bull and the Boston Bull Terrier, the Boston Terrier descended from two now extinct breeds, the Old English Bulldog and the English White Terrier. A man by the name of Robert C. Hopper bred the first Boston Terrier (then referred to as a Bull Terrier which Bull Terrier breeders were quite unhappy with). He bred subsequent litters with various Bulldog mixes such as the French Bulldog to make this breed a small-sized, non-aggressive companion dog. Though the Bulldog was bred to fight bulls and other dogs, this trait has been bred out of the Boston Terrier. Boston Terrier breeders describe Boston Terriers as gentle, alert intelligent, and affectionate. The breed is the first American-bred dog to be included in the American Kennel Club. The breed was recognized in 1893.
Referred to as the American Gentleman, the Boston Terrier has dapper markings that give it the appearance of wearing a tuxedo. Its muscular, compact body and fine, shiny coat add to the effect. Boston Terriers may be brindle and white, seal (black with red highlights) and white, brown and white or black and white. The white markings are in a uniform pattern: on the muzzle, in between the eyes, on the chest and stomach, around the neck, and up the forelegs. These sturdy dogs are ten to twenty-five pounds, fifteen to seventeen inches tall, and have large, dark and wide-set eyes, erect ears and an alert, intelligent expression. Overall they do appear to be well-dressed little gentleman (or ladies).

Like all pure dog breeds, Boston Terriers suffer common genetic problems. Good Boston Terrier breeders will educate potential buyers about health conditions such as cataracts, deafness, allergies, curvature of the spine and difficulties during whelping. Due to their French Bulldog and pug ancestry, this breed has a short snout and may have respiratory difficulties such as reverse sneeze, snoring and an inability to regulate body temperature.
To find goodBoston Terrier breeders, buyers should do the following:
-Research the breed themselves so they know what to look for in a breeder and a puppy.
-Ask for references to Boston Terrier breeders in the community.
-Look for links to Boston Terrier breeders on the American Kennel Club website.
-Make sure that breeders maintain their own kennels.
-Make sure that puppies have been socialized and have "house privileges."
-Meet puppies and parents prior to purchase.
-Ask if puppies and parents have been screened for common genetic defects.
-Request copies of medical records and immunizations.
-Ask if the breeders run or are affiliated with breed-specific rescue.
-Request a warranty or guarantee on health.
-Make sure breeders do not broker or sell pets to pet stores.
-Ask breeders to provide general to specific Boston Terrier information.
-Make sure breeders interview buyers to ensure puppies and buyers are a good match.
Finding a good breeder and the right puppy can take quite some time but is well worth the effort.

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