Appearance of the Terrier
Although Boston Terriers tend to be considered a smaller dog, they are very muscular and robust. They have a shiny and smooth coat with clear white markings. The pattern resembles that of a tuxedo, which is why they were given the name American Gentleman. The ears, which are characteristic for a Boston Terrier, are quite large and naturally stand upright.
Boston Terriers have a flat-nosed, broad face without wrinkles. They belong to a class of dogs called Brachycephalic (Brachy means short, Cephalic means head). As in other brachycephalic dogs, the lower jaw is characteristically large in relation to the rest of the body, but the upper jaw is relatively short, giving them a sort of "depressed" look in their face.
Due to their straight, upright posture, the Boston Terrier has a natural presence that goes beyond their size. They are characterised by a broad chest and a boxy, robust appearance. Their tail is naturally relatively short.
The required coat care of the Boston Terrier is very low maintenance. It is sufficient to brush their coat once a week and check the dog's eyes and ears. There must be a possibility for the dog to cool itself down in the apartment, because the Boston Terrier is relatively sensitive to heat.
What is the average size of a Boston Terrier?
The Boston Terrier has a small and compact body and usually grows to a height of 36 to 42 cm.
How much does a Boston Terrier weigh?
Boston Terriers are divided into three weight classes:
- light: under 6.8 kilograms
- medium: 6.8 - 9 kilograms
- heavy: 9 - 11.3 kilograms
What is the life expectancy of a Boston Terrier?
The Boston Terrier has an average life expectancy of 9 to 15 years depending on the breed.