Those who have never run into Boston Terrier puppies are definitely missing out, they are bundles of humorous and curious energy bent on entertaining and adoring you.
The breed is considered a non sporting breed by the AKC, and can stand from 15-17 inches and weigh from 10 to about 25lbs according to breed specifics. But you'll also find a few that are over or under the AKC breed standards. These small dogs are fun to have around and are often referred to as the American Gentleman of the toys.
These are not fragile little shaking dogs but rather lively and known to be sturdy and playful, which makes them excellent for families with children in the preteen ages. They do like to center their life around the family and human interaction, and react strongly to tone of voice, in fact, hard handedness will only terrorize these intelligent dogs, as they only want to please and tone of voice is plenty.
They are easily cared for with a partial coat of short length, minimal bathing and a bit of brushing will keep their coat glossy and smooth.
Boston Terrier pups are very similar to other puppies, curious and inquisitive, they are seen as having a sense of humor. Their willingness to make you happy makes training a breeze as long as you pay attention to details.
The most important aspect of a Boston Terrier puppy is that they are still a baby, and just like other wee ones can become ill with too much excitement, a change in diet, or lifestyle. This means treating them like a baby and making sure they have down time and plenty of naps. You'll also want to make sure they are eating small frequent meals and always have fresh water available.
While crate training is not an absolute necessity it can solve a myriad of problems, and not just bathroom ones either. A crate is a safe place for a pup to go and take a nap out from underfoot, and it also allows your puppy to decompress after a busy play session.
You'll need to make judgment calls with your puppy just as you would any other baby, and if they do not head for their crate on their own to nap, you may want to enforce rest, also, keep water close to the crate, and your pup won't have problems with dehydration.
If you have not already acquainted your puppy with your local veterinarian, there is no time to waste. Your Vet will recommend a vaccination schedule and you'll also want to find out what type of pet insurance you Vet accepts. It's important that you follow through on your Vet's vaccination schedule as your Boston's immunity system will not be in full swing until your pup is over 4 months of age. This means that even if your pup received one vaccination, they may not be immune and can get sick.
While Boston Terrier puppies will do very well in a home with older individuals, they may not do as well, with families with very young children. They have a very inquisitive nature and seem to find trouble just about anywhere, this means that you need to provide a very safe place for your Boston when your not home, and keep an eye on them when you are.
Follow through with your veterinarian's recommendations, and be sure to look at the available pet insurance that can help defray the cost of major surgeries and emergency care. Then make sure your puppy has a safe place to spend time when you're not at home, such as a crate, or puppy playpen.
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