Boston Terriers are one of the few breeds to have been developed in the United States. These dogs are grouped into three weight classes: below 15 pounds, above 15 pounds and below 20 pounds, and 20 to 25 pounds. Their coats may be brindle-colored, seal-colored, or black with white markings. Boston Terriers are hardy, lively, smooth-coated dogs. Some Bostons can be a bit hard-headed or even aggressive.

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Potential Health Problems*

• Achondroplasia
• Alopecia
• Arachnoid Cysts
• Atopy
• Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome
• Caruncular Trichiasis
• Cataracts
• Cherry Eye
• Congenital Deafness
• Corneal Ulcers
• Craniomandibular Osteopathy
• Cushing’s Disease
• Cutaneous Histiocytoma
• Demodectic Mange
• Dystocia
• Glaucoma
• Hemivertebrae
• Hydrocephalus
• Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
• Luxating Patella
• Mast Cell Tumors
• Patent Ductus Arteriosus
• Urethral Prolapse

 *Just because a condition is associated with a specific breed does not mean that all dogs of this breed will be affected. Likewise, a dog may be impacted by diseases and conditions not listed under his or her breed.