Thinking About Adding A Boston Terrier To Your Family?

Let me start out by saying that Boston Terriers are very special dogs that can do special things. They are highly intelligent and learn quickly. They do very well in Obedience, Agility, Flyball, Therapy work and even Weight pulling! Most of all they excel at being your "best friend"!

However, they are not for everyone.
Bostons require a lot of time and attention. They are, and have been bred to be, companions. They will languish without human contact. They are not "outside" dogs!

Boston Terriers are very active dogs that love to play. Without some basic training they may jump on you and maybe even give little nips while playing. Some Bostons have been given up for adoption or dropped off at the local "dog pound" for these very reasons.

Boston Terriers are also prone to some health problems, some of which require expensive Veterinary attention. If you would like to know more about some of these health problems, please visit Our Health Site.

We are NOT trying to discourage you from adopting a Boston into your life, We just want you to be aware that these wonderful dogs have become very popular and because they are so "cute", many people have run out to buy them before doing their homework, so to speak. There are quite a few Boston Terriers being bred without regard to their health or temperament and ending up in the pound or worse. Please, buy ONLY from a reputable breeder that has health clearances on their dogs and is willing to stand behind that puppy's health and welfare for the rest of it's life.

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NEW "BOSTON TERRIER PUPPY OWNER'S HANDBOOK"
The Boston Terrier Puppy Owner's Handbook is a brand new book written
by the members of the BTCA Health Committee and compiled by Leasa Garvin to help new owners raise Boston puppies. Illustrated with many wonderful photos and clever puppy drawings by George Hunter, you will want to own this book if you have a young puppy or are anticipating adopting one.    


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