Boston Terrier
A.K.A. :Boston Bull, Boston Bull Terrier, Boxwood
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
Pure Breeds | Member |
Breeds A - Z | B |
Breeds by Group | Non-Sporting |
Breeds by Trait | Good With Kids |
Overview: | The Boston Terrier has a great personality. He's suitable for both city and country living, as long as he is well-loved and well cared for. This breed is very intelligent and makes quite a good watchdog. |
Breed Group: | Non-Sporting |
Weight (lbs): | 10-25 |
Height (in): | 15-17 |
Colors: | Brindle, seal, or black with white markings on muzzle, between eyes, and fore chest, and possibly white collar and lower legs. |
Coat: | Short, smooth, bright and fine. |
Character: | Boston Terriers are intelligent, enthusiastic, affectionate, and playful. |
Temperament: | This breed gets along well with children and also with other pets (including dogs). |
Care: | The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. Occasional brushing should be enough. |
Training: | This breed learns very fast and is sensitive to its owner's voice. |
Activity: | Boston Terriers love to run and play, whether inside or outside. He doesn't really need long walks. |
Country of Origin: | USA |
Health Issue: | This breed may have breathing problems. Their pelvis is narrow, so whelping can be difficult. They commonly have heart and skin tumors and their prominent eyes are prone to injury. |
Life Expectancy: | 10-14 |
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AKC Boston Terrier Puppies

Boston Terrier
Male(s) and Female(s), 1 Week Old
USA TULARE, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/31/2025
Red and Chocolate purebreds.
Boston terrier

Boston Terrier
Male(s) and Female(s), 7 Weeks Old
USA HESPERIA, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/26/2025
Hi, I have a litter available of brown Boston terriers. 2 boys and 1 girl. I am asking 1250 for the female and 950 for a boy. I am located in Hesperia, California. You are...
Nolan

Boston Terrier
Male, 6 Months Old
USA MINERAL WELLS, WV, USA
Date listed: 07/25/2025
We have a beautiful litter of Boston Terrier Puppies that were born January 30. They are available to a PET home only (meaning no breeding). They are absolute sweet hearts. Could...
Fergus

Boston Terrier
Male, 10 Weeks Old
USA MINERAL WELLS, WV, USA
Date listed: 07/25/2025
We have a beautiful litter of Boston Terrier Puppies that were born May 17. They are available to a PET home only (meaning no breeding). They are absolute sweet hearts. Could not...
Meadow

Boston Terrier
Female, 10 Weeks Old
USA MINERAL WELLS, WV, USA
Date listed: 07/25/2025
We have a beautiful litter of Boston Terrier Puppies that were born May 17. They are available to a PET home only (meaning no breeding). They are absolute sweet hearts. Could not...
Faith

Boston Terrier
Female, 10 Weeks Old
USA MINERAL WELLS, WV, USA
Date listed: 07/25/2025
We have a beautiful litter of Boston Terrier Puppies that were born May 17. They are available to a PET home only (meaning no breeding). They are absolute sweet hearts. Could not...
Mario

Boston Terrier
Male, 10 Weeks Old
USA MINERAL WELLS, WV, USA
Date listed: 07/25/2025
We have a beautiful litter of Boston Terrier Puppies that were born May 17. They are available to a PET home only (meaning no breeding). They are absolute sweet hearts. Could not...
WEEKEND SPECIAL Fern

Boston Terrier
Female, 15 Weeks Old
USA MINERAL WELLS, WV, USA
Date listed: 07/25/2025
We have a beautiful Boston Terrier Puppy that was born April 16. She is available to a PET home only (meaning no breeding). She is an absolute sweet heart. Could not possibly be...
Felicity

Boston Terrier
Female, 10 Weeks Old
USA MINERAL WELLS, WV, USA
Date listed: 07/25/2025
We have a beautiful litter of Boston Terrier Puppies that were born May 17. They are available to a PET home only (meaning no breeding). They are absolute sweet hearts. Could not...
Amazing Boston Terrier Puppies

Boston Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA SIMI VALLEY, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/23/2025
Adorable puppies looking for a new home. Raised with love friendly around people and other dogs. Pee Pad trained. 3 males left.
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Dot - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Godfrey, IL, USA
Date listed: 07/30/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Hope Rescues is all volunteer, all visits must be scheduled you may do that by filling out an online application as that is needed for a...
Brinkley (NOT YET AVAILABLE) - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Benton, LA, USA
Date listed: 07/30/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Please read the pet description IN IT'S ENTIRETY before applying. Thank you for your cooperation. NOT YET TAKING APPLICATIONS...
Joey - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Male, Young
USA Valrico, FL, USA
Date listed: 07/30/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Adoption Fee: 620. **Meet Joey – The Perfect Playmate!** Joey is an 18-month-old Boston Terrier with an endless supply...
Rusty - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Male, Adult
USA Valrico, FL, USA
Date listed: 07/30/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Adoption Fee: 515. **Meet Rusty – Your Loyal Sidekick!** Rusty is a 4-year-old Boston Terrier with a heart full of love...
BEAR - Boston Terrier Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Male, Baby
USA GILBERTS, IL, USA
Date listed: 07/30/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier. Bear is almost recovered from a broken leg. He has been recovering in a foster home but he is now ready for his forever home! From his foster: ...
Peter - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Male, Adult
USA Huntington Beach, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/23/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Meet Peter – The Sweetest Gentleman Around Peter is an 8–10-year-old Boston Terrier with long legs, a calm soul,...
Mustang - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Male, Young
USA Huntington Beach, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/16/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Howdy, meet Mustang! This one-year-old Boston Terrier is a little cowboy with a big personality, and he's lookin’...
Dot - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Godfrey, IL, USA
Date listed: 07/16/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Hope Rescues is all volunteer, all visits must be scheduled you may do that by filling out an online application as that is needed for a...
Dolores - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Female, Senior
USA Huntington Beach, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/02/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Meet Darling Dolores – A Royal Treasure Dolores came to us from the Inland Valley Humane Society, and she’s been...
Iris - Boston Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boston Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Huntington Beach, CA, USA
Date listed: 06/18/2025
Dog Breed: Boston Terrier (short coat). Meet Iris: A One-of-a-Kind Survivor Looking for Her Forever Home Back in February, the San Diego Humane Society took in a skinny little...
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