Boston Terrier Breed Profile

Description

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. The head is in proportion to the size of the dog and the expression indicates a high degree of intelligence.

Coloring

Brindle, seal, or black with white markings.

Temperament

The Boston Terrier is a friendly and lively dog. The breed has an excellent disposition and a high degree of intelligence, which makes them an incomparable companion.

Origin

The Boston Terrier earned the name "The American Gentleman" in the 1920Æs due to the very distinctive coloring that resembles a tuxedo.

Care Level

Easy