Boston Terrier

Playful, friendly, lively

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Country of origin: USA
Breed group: Companion and Toy Dogs - Group 9 (FCI); Utility Group (KC); Non-Sporting Group (AKC)

Facts

Size: small
Coat: short, smooth
Colour: brindle, seal or black with white
Life expectancy: 11-15 years

Characteristics

Lively, playful and gentle family companion with entertaining abilities and a strong bond with his human family.

Academically decorated

Besides being official state dog of Massachusetts the Boston Terrier has been the official mascot of Boston University for nearly 100 years.
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C.I.B., UA CH, CH UKU, BBB, MD CH, MD GR CH, RO CH, RO GR CH
Campbell Clan's Smooth Criminal    Boston Style Fascinating Beauty II
black brindle and white
Russian Federation 2021
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Canmoy's Boston Lil Pump    PRINCESS Crazy World Dog (FCI)
black brindle and white
Poland 2025
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PL CH
Renea's Rocket Star Man    Dollie Dream Emi Stars
black and white
Poland 2010
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Adriatic Arrow Harpagon    PATI Suburbanus
black and white
Poland 2019

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