Boston Terrier

Boston, as I call him, is such a different terrier than I had imagined him to be. Actually, I wasn't sure if he would be more like a Bulldog than a terrier. Let me first say that Boston is an extremely loving little dog. And he has a sincere desire to please.

It really takes a lot to make Boston mad and when I do get him upset, perhaps with a harsh tone or by my refusal to play, he'll just walk away. He won't pout, and he'll return after awhile and try again.

Boston has been extremely easy to train. I've never had to raise my voice as he catches on very quickly and loves to learn new things. He enjoys learning boundaries and what he's not allowed to do just about as much as learning new games. It all relates to his desire to be obedient. He can get this really sad looking face when he does get upset. He's so easy to love.

Boston is a relatively quiet dog and only barks when he feels he must alert us. I like that about him, since I know that some terriers can bark at every single sound and person. He's also been great with the kids and pretty friendly toward strangers. Boston loves to play and will bring you an assortment of his toys so you can choose one. He's not particular about what game to play, happy just as long as he doesn't have to play alone.

All that's been difficult for Boston has been housebreaking. Personally, I think he just gets so busy with other activities he waits too long to make it to the doggie door. But my husband points out that Boston thinks of himself as a human, not a dog - and what human would go outside when they can use the house?