Did you know that Boston terriers were originally bred for fighting? Today however, Boston terriers have been bred down to be excellent companions and house pets. They are very intelligent, alert, gentle and well mannered. A Boston Terrier is bred for companionship, so they enjoy being around people; if properly trained to socialize they are excellent with children and the elderly.

The other thing that's great about Boston Terriers is that they only need long walks and interactive playtime, so you won't need a lot of space for them to exercise. The downside is that since they are very friendly, they have the tendency to go off even with strangers. That is why it is a good idea to keep them in a safe and tenable environment.

The Boston Terrier, like other small snout dogs are called a Brachycephalic breed. That is why they have tiny nostrils, a narrow trachea and long palates. Because of these features Boston Terriers usually snore, and reverse sneeze. Their stomachs are sensitive and they are prone to intestinal gas.

If you don't have a Boston Terrier yet, you better be sure that you really want one because they need a lot of time and affection. Boston Terriers hate being left alone. They should be fed twice a day for them to get good nutrition and the food must be dry to prevent tooth decay.

The Boston Terrier has the tendency of becoming greedy, so food portions should be monitored. The ideal weight of a Boston Terrier is from ten to twenty-five pounds. They should be fed twice daily with a dry type of dog food to keep their teeth healthy. To consider the relative value of your dog, color markings, balance and expression should be given particular attention.

If you love kids, then the Boston Terrier is the perfect pet for you. They are like babies that need time, care and constant interest. Boston Terrier is a little difficult to house break, so while its still a puppy train it, they have the tendency to be willful so it's best to start early.

Boston Terriers have come a long way. It is now one of the top breeds that the American Kennel Club recognizes. So many families decide that this is the right dog for them because of its magnificent nature and uncanny intelligence. Even singles want this breed of dog because it makes for excellent company to cheer you up.