My Dog Training Secrets 

Boston Terriers are small, smooth-coated dogs with a round head and short, flat muzzle. They come in shades of brindle, black and seal, marked with white on the chest, muzzle and blaze. Boston Terriers enjoy going for short, brisk walks and playing in fenced-in areas. Bred from the English bulldog and a white English terrier, the Boston terrier is one of the few breeds to have originated in the United States. Boston Terriers are tough little dogs and their life expectancy is 15 or more years. Boston Terriers are bred as companion dogs. Having no working or sporting heritage, they are classified as part of the AKC's Non-Sporting Group.

Boston Terriers can adapt equally well to apartment living or country living, but should have daily exercise. Boston terriers are loving and intelligent, hygienic, and small. It has all of the great qualities of a housedog that can be a loving part of a family, or a great friend dog for someone living alone in an apartment.

Boston Terriers must be kept primarily indoors, as they cannot deal with temperature extremes outside—hot or cold. They should never be confined to an outside kennel. Boston terriers can have breathing problems when exerting themselves in extreme cold or heat.

Boston Terriers also do not require much grooming. Run a smooth glove or brush across the coat and just keep the ears clean and the claw trimmed. Make sure you bathe them at least once a month.

Boston Terriers are easy to house train. They learn well if their owner spends time with them. Boston Terriers are eager to learn. Training your Boston Terrier really isn't as difficult as you may think. Trainers should avoid training collars, especially chain and prong collars, as they place too much pressure on the trachea. Harnesses coupled with praise and treats work best for training this breed.

Boston Terriers do play hard, but when they stop, they sleep hard too. Few dog breeds can crash into total oblivion as fast as a Boston. Boston Terriers can be very cuddly, while others are more independent. Some Boston Terriers have an excitable or dominant temperament that requires special training and handling by the owner.

Boston Terriers are known for their uncanny ability to mirror the mood of their owners—if you’re happy, he’s happy; if you’re sad, he’s sad. Boston Terriers are great with children and elderly people, and are often friendly with strangers. They are playful dogs that are affectionate and like to be considered a part of the family. Boston Terriers are tough for their size, and are loving and willing to protect their families, making them good watch dogs.

Boston Terriers are very intelligent, obedient and easily trainable. They are an excellent dog for the elderly because they are loving, love to be around their master, and also love to please. Boston Terriers are very versatile; they adapt very well to almost any living arrangements - country or city, apartment or mansion.

Boston Terriers are prone to breathing problems, due to their short snouts. Some of them will snore when sleeping, which can be a sign of a more serious medical condition, but it can be corrected with surgery. Boston Terriers can develop breathing difficulties due to their short faces. Boston terriers are prone to a lot of hereditary and congenital problems, which include heart problems, deafness and juvenile cataracts.

Boston Terriers are lively, they do need walks and exercise but are not designed to be running companions. They love to play indoors with their toys; they are very affectionate, almost demanding attention.

Boston Terriers are extremely easy dogs to live with, wanting only to please. In my opinion, they don't need a lot of formal training, but a trained dog is a happy dog. You will want to use some sort of basic obedience training.

Anyone interesting in buying or adopting a Boston Terrier should realize terriers can be strong willed and stubborn. Boston Terriers are fastidiously clean, tidy, and quiet to have around the house. Boston Terriers are big dogs in little packages. They should exude strength and spirit but also give of an aura of friendliness. Boston Terriers are the perfect all around companion just the way they are.