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COLORED BOSTON TERRIER TRUTHS

tHE TRUTH ABOUT COLOR HISTORY, THE STANDARD, AND HOW FADS AFFECT THE BOSTON TERRIER breed

EXPLORE THE BOSTON TERRIER HISTORY AND STANDARD

  • BOSTON TERRIER HISTORY
    Explore some interesting facts about the Boston, their start as the first American made breed, some common misconceptions, and the history of color in the breed.
    THE BOSTON TERRIER STANDARD
    The standard in its entirety is included here, as well as links to the BTCA and AKC websites. Note the consistencies in the standard throughout the decades.
    CORRECT COLORS, EXPRESSION, AND BREED TYPE
    Breed type and expression separates the Boston from many other breeds. Described as the "God Love It" expression by Vincent Perry, the deep dark eyes of the Boston are a hallmark of the breed.
    DISQUALIFIED COLORS
    Learn the facts about what coat colors are and are not accepted for the Boston Terrier, and how breeding these dogs affects the breed overall. Learn the difference between naturally occurring color and introduced color.
Additional Facts About The Boston Terrier and Its History

  • Can Boston Terriers Have Long Hair?

  • Can Boston Terriers Have Long Tails?

  • Are Boston Terriers With Longer Noses Healthier?

  • Did Bostons Used To Be 40-50 Pounds?

  • Is There Anything Wrong With White Headed Bostons?

  • Are Boston Terriers With Blue Eyes Okay?

  • Were Boston Terriers Fighting dogs?

Were Bostons Fighting Dogs?
were the first bostons larger?
Can Bostons Have Long HAir?
what's wrong with extra white?
can bostons have long tails?
what's wrong with blue eyes?
are longer noses healthier?

resources and suggested history reading

the dog book - vol.2 chxxxviii pg521-534

By James Watson - 1905

The Boston Terrier

J.V. Mott - Copyright 1906
By Edward Axtell - Copyright 1910
By Vincent Perry - Copy right 1928
By E.J. Rousuck - Copyright 1926
By Josephine Z. Rhine - Copyright 1932

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