I'm thinking about getting a Boston Terrier. What is their temperament like?

I'm thinking about getting a Boston Terrier. What is their temperament like?
by

1 Answer

Answer :

What I know of terriers is that they have loads of energy and tend toward the hyperactive. They need lots of stimulation or their behavior can degenerate into destructive, obsessive ways. I lived with a Jackabee (half beagle, half Jack Russel), why people intentionally breed these, I have no idea, as she had all the bad traits of both breeds! Don’t get me wrong, though, she is a highly intelligent dog, eager to please, and very easy to train (with no treats and only praise, which impresses me a lot). However, she really needs a lot of stimulation or her bad behaviors increase. I tried to work with this by getting her a puzzle treat ball, teaching her new “tricks”, and getting her to run out as much of that energy as possible. I know you run, so this may be not so much of a problem, as it would be really good for a terrier to get that kind of exercise to balance out their excess energy. Boston Terrier Info and Pics Boston Terriers Boston Terrier: Temperament
by

Related questions

I think President Obama looks like a Boston Terrier,know of any Animal/Celebrity lookalikes?

Description : I think President Obama looks like a Boston Terrier,know of any Animal/Celebrity lookalikes?

Last Answer : I don’t see that at all. The site below usually has some animal/celebrity lookalikes. http://totallylookslike.com/

Does anyone know where i can buy a Boston Terrier puppy in London, England?

Description : Does anyone know where i can buy a Boston Terrier puppy in London, England?

Last Answer : Why buy when you can adopt?

Anyone dealt with a dog with disk disease? My Boston Terrier is having extreme neck pain?

Description : Anyone dealt with a dog with disk disease? My Boston Terrier is having extreme neck pain?

Last Answer : Disc disease that cannot be controlled with anti-inflammatory and pain medication may need surgical intervention. If there are signs of neurologic deficits (knuckling under, dragging limbs, ataxia, inability to walk) do not wait, seek emergency veterinary care.

When looking for a new dog, how can you tell what temperament a puppy is going to have as an adult dog?

Description : When looking for a new dog, how can you tell what temperament a puppy is going to have as an adult dog?

Last Answer : answer:Although a puppy will be different in a new home, where it is the only puppy, than with its litter mayes, there are a few things I look for other than OMG FLUFFY CUTENESS. I want one that's ... . :-) Are they looking for any particular breed or size? I wish for them the happiest of puppies!

What are some cute names for a male yorkishire terrier?

Description : What are some cute names for a male yorkishire terrier?

Last Answer : I would think you would want to wait to you actually have the dog, so you can see if the name fits him. If you want a good name for a yorkie, how about Baggins? (Shire! Baggins!)

What size collar for Welsh Terrier puppy?

Description : What size collar for Welsh Terrier puppy?

Last Answer : Take them to the store and try them on. It’s hard to guess and you don’t want one they can slip out of. :) If you really have to have one for picking her/him up, I’d get the smallest size possible.

What are pros and cons of an airedale terrier?

Description : What are pros and cons of an airedale terrier?

Last Answer : I think they are very companionable dogs, and good with kids, but as with all terriers, they dig.

Any Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier owners?

Description : Any Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier owners?

Last Answer : Fellow flutherer syz will probably be able to answer your question. If she doesn’t see this, you might want to send her a private comment.

What's the difference between the Pit bull terrier and the Staffordshire Terrier?

Description : What's the difference between the Pit bull terrier and the Staffordshire Terrier?

Last Answer : American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, and Staffordshire Bull Terrier are all types of Pit Bull Terrier.

Has anyone ever heard of a Tongan Terrier?

Description : Has anyone ever heard of a Tongan Terrier?

Last Answer : I watched the same movie and have to agree that the little guy is great. However I am fairly certain that there is no such breed and that he is in fact a cross breed of some ... listed here has some great pictures of the little guys. www.gotpetsonline.com/australian-terrier/australian-terrier.html

I have a boston terrier, above is but is a skin infection & he keeps going around in a circle to stop some of the itching.Is ther possibly something i can bath him in or apply a scave of some kind.Please help.?

Description : I have a boston terrier, above is but is a skin infection & he keeps going around in a circle to stop some of the itching.Is ther possibly something i can bath him in or apply a scave of some kind.Please help.?

Last Answer : Skin problems are very common in Boston Terriers. Though without more information I cannot give a specific answer.

What breeds were used to create the Boston Terrier?

Description : What breeds were used to create the Boston Terrier?

Last Answer : the now extinct white English terrier and the bull dog

The important pre-requisites of a researcher in sciences, social sciences and humanities are (A) laboratory skills, records, supervisor, topic (B) Supervisor, topic, critical analysis, patience (C) archives, supervisor, topic, flexibility in thinking (D) topic, supervisor, good temperament, pre-conceived notions

Description : The important pre-requisites of a researcher in sciences, social sciences and humanities are (A) laboratory skills, records, supervisor, topic (B) Supervisor, topic, critical analysis, ... supervisor, topic, flexibility in thinking (D) topic, supervisor, good temperament, pre-conceived notions

Last Answer : (B) Supervisor, topic, critical analysis, patience

What human foods can you feed a terrier without getting it sick?

Description : What human foods can you feed a terrier without getting it sick?

Last Answer : Rice is very good for dogs with weak stomachs. Mix in a little with their food. It helps with diarrhea.

Do wire crates have any drawbacks I am not thinking of?

Description : Do wire crates have any drawbacks I am not thinking of?

Last Answer : That is the same wire crate that I have. As you have stated, it is pretty much chew proof, although I did have on dog that yanked on it until it collapsed and she got out. So I got those spring hooks ... her in, but she feels it is her safe house and goes in there to sleep when she feels like it.

I am thinking about adopting an Italian Greyhound from a rescue group. He was rescued from a puppy mill. Anything that I should know about this breed?

Description : I am thinking about adopting an Italian Greyhound from a rescue group. He was rescued from a puppy mill. Anything that I should know about this breed?

Last Answer : answer:They break easily. I'm not being facetious - I think we've seen every IG in Durham for a broken leg. So make sure that the lifestyle that you envision with a dog fits. They also tend to require ... more so, having been raised in a puppy mill. You may also find that he's hard to house-train.

What is my dog thinking when I get him howling?

Description : What is my dog thinking when I get him howling?

Last Answer : Group howling is a method coyotes and wolves use to strengthen the bonds within a pack, especially when the pack is being challenged or issuing a challenge. You are his pack leader, so he is supporting you.

Anyone have experience with Ragdoll cats? What's their temperament like?

Description : Anyone have experience with Ragdoll cats? What's their temperament like?

Last Answer : Sweet and sappy. A little too soft for my taste.

Thinking of moving from Boston to Milwaukee. Any advice from folks who've lived in both places?

Description : Thinking of moving from Boston to Milwaukee. Any advice from folks who've lived in both places?

Last Answer : Well, my Uncle just moved to Boston and he loves it there. He’s lived in Chicago/Indiana area since conception so while it’s not Milwaukee it is close. However I hate Green Bay so I say no to Milwaukee! Go Bears! [equal]) I now have to hate the Jets as well… Damn you FaVray (Favre)

Anyone ever own a Siamese cat? What were they like temperament-wise?

Description : Anyone ever own a Siamese cat? What were they like temperament-wise?

Last Answer : They’re my favorites! I’ve lived with several, including my current boy. Very friendly, playful, outgoing and fearless but the most distinctive characteristic is the constant talking! They have an endless vocabulary and an opinion about everything.

What is your keirsey temperament?

Description : What is your keirsey temperament?

Last Answer : “Guardian Inspector” I have no idea what that means.

Which of these themes dominates your temperament and personality?

Description : Which of these themes dominates your temperament and personality?

Last Answer : I am, as most people are, a combination of all of those.

What was Princess September’s reaction to the loss of her parrot? (ii) What was her Mother’s reaction to it? (iii) What do the reactions indicate about the nature and temperament of each? -English

Description : What was Princess September’s reaction to the loss of her parrot? (ii) What was her Mother’s reaction to it? (iii) What do the reactions indicate about the nature and temperament of each? -English

Last Answer : (i) Princess September took the loss of her parrot to heart. She wept continuously. She was put to sleep without supper. (ii) Her Mother said that Princess September's weeping was simply nonsense. She ... parrot died. But the Queen mother was not moved at all. She had nothing to console the child.

what happens as a result of a change in the “general temperament and character” of the narrator in “The Black Cat”?

Description : what happens as a result of a change in the “general temperament and character” of the narrator in “The Black Cat”?

Last Answer : he begins abusing his wife and pet cat

What does the excerpt reveal about the temperament and Psyche of the Africans?

Description : What does the excerpt reveal about the temperament and Psyche of the Africans?

Last Answer : What does the excerpt reveal about the temperaments and psyche of the africans?

How and would you describe the temperament of Scheherazade husband?

Description : How and would you describe the temperament of Scheherazade husband?

Last Answer : What is the answer ?

What happens as a result of change in the general temperament and character of the the narrator in the black cat?

Description : What happens as a result of change in the general temperament and character of the the narrator in the black cat?

Last Answer : He begins abusing his wife and pet cat

Why do dogs flap their ears quickly from side to side after getting up from a lying position?

Description : Why do dogs flap their ears quickly from side to side after getting up from a lying position?

Last Answer : Is Syz around?? Ohhhh, Syz????? ;) I’m wondering if it helps them get their senses reorganized through the vestibular system in the inner ear, as it would for humans. Hmmmm…

I'm thinking about getting an Ipad with a portable wifi (mifi) like device? Advice?

Description : I'm thinking about getting an Ipad with a portable wifi (mifi) like device? Advice?

Last Answer : answer:I'm using my Android phone rather than a dedicated device, and one thing I'll say is that it's a pain to charge more than one device to perform a single function. If you are also looking at a ... do this so I would only be paying for one data plan per month, rather than having to pay twice.

What are some things that you have found yourself doing or thinking that make you ask yourself "I wonder if this means I'm getting old?"

Description : What are some things that you have found yourself doing or thinking that make you ask yourself "I wonder if this means I'm getting old?"

Last Answer : answer:What was the question? LOL Can’t find the keys once a week ( usually on hook for keys ). Go the mailbox twice. I don’t know what you talking about !

I'm thinking of getting Netflix - is it worth it?

Description : I'm thinking of getting Netflix - is it worth it?

Last Answer : answer:Yes YES YES!! I have been thrilled with Netflix. I get excited every time I get a new DVD in the mail, and I rush it to the mailbox the very next day after I've watched it so I can get ... watch all their instant play content directly on your TV, and it has a remote too. [steps down from I

I'm thinking of getting a pair of glacier glasses for those days when the snow is just too ridiculous. Any brand/model suggestions?

Description : I'm thinking of getting a pair of glacier glasses for those days when the snow is just too ridiculous. Any brand/model suggestions?

Last Answer : Glacier glasses? What are those? Btw, it also depends on what you mean by “the snow is just too ridiculous”. Do you mean its telling lame jokes like, “It was so cold . . . we pulled everything out of the freezer and huddled inside it to warm up”, or do you mean its snowing extremely hard?

I'm thinking of getting into Archery. What should I do to get started?

Description : I'm thinking of getting into Archery. What should I do to get started?

Last Answer : Work at a summer camp that teaches archery. The staff (or at least willing members) will be trained in archery in order to teach it. That’s how I learned!

I'm thinking of getting my wife a netbook. What would you recommend?

Description : I'm thinking of getting my wife a netbook. What would you recommend?

Last Answer : Easy, Acer Aspire One

So I'm thinking on getting an unlocked cell phone for my b-day, is this the best choice?,?

Description : So I'm thinking on getting an unlocked cell phone for my b-day, is this the best choice?,?

Last Answer : It depends on your usage and budget. Can't go past a BlackBerry if you can afford one. I use my constantly, for an old guy I do more texting and emailing than most kids. Than most younger ... for browsing, emailing, texting or IM messaging. Some of the other smartphones can bankrupt you. (iPhones.)

I'm thinking about getting a second-hand Mac...

Description : I'm thinking about getting a second-hand Mac...

Last Answer : answer:Internet Explorer ain’t gonna happen. And good riddance, you’ll never look back. OSX is a rock. Get at least 1GB of RAM. I had a friend who installed Leopard on an 800mhz G4 eMac and he said it ran surprisingly fine. I think anything you get for $800 should have much better specs.

I'm thinking about getting a down comforter. How do I go about cleaning them Are there any available that can be put in the washing machine?

Description : I'm thinking about getting a down comforter. How do I go about cleaning them Are there any available that can be put in the washing machine?

Last Answer : I think you can put any down comforter brand in the washing machine. With mine I used Woolite in the wash and then use dryer balls in the dryer. Usually I lay it out the whole day after cleaning ... nice cover for the comforter. You'll be able to wash the cover much easier than the entire comforter.

I'll be getting a puppy (bully) 2-3 weeks from now, can you help me name him?

Description : I'll be getting a puppy (bully) 2-3 weeks from now, can you help me name him?

Last Answer : Is he a pit bull? “Steeler”, as in Pittsburgh Steeler. “Finch” as in Bullfinch At least he already has a theme song

Have you decided you won't be getting anymore pets and, if so, why?

Description : Have you decided you won't be getting anymore pets and, if so, why?

Last Answer : I tell myself that I won't get anymore pets after one has died, but I always do. They are a lot of company and having a pet is incentive to get up off the couch and take the animal outside or go for a ... and shop or meet up with friends after work. To go on vacation, it's 30.00 a day to board her.

Does my dog know she's not getting as much as our other dog?

Description : Does my dog know she's not getting as much as our other dog?

Last Answer : I don’t think a dog looking at a pork chop is aware of anything in the world except that pork chop.

I have a 15 year old pooch who sleeps a lot now (he no longer plays with his toys). Is it because he is getting older?

Description : I have a 15 year old pooch who sleeps a lot now (he no longer plays with his toys). Is it because he is getting older?

Last Answer : Holy shit, he’s 105 in dog years. I’d sleep a lot too. He’s fine as long as everything else works.

How soon is too soon to suggest getting a new dog?

Description : How soon is too soon to suggest getting a new dog?

Last Answer : Let your parents take the lead. Just sympathize with and listen to them. They know how to find a new puppy when they are emotionally ready, I hope they do something to memorialize the dog. Plant a ... . No one can predict how someone else will feel. And your mom and dad are two separate individuals.

Any tricks for getting a timid pound puppy to walk near roads on a leash?

Description : Any tricks for getting a timid pound puppy to walk near roads on a leash?

Last Answer : You might try using a gentle leader http://www.premier.com/pages.cfm?id=29 instead of a neck collar. The pressure on the nose relaxes the dog, and also they're more likely to follow you, because where the ... (at least, it's worked for my dog). Besides that, it just takes time and lots of treats.

Ideas for getting a dog to not fear getting dried off before coming into the house?

Description : Ideas for getting a dog to not fear getting dried off before coming into the house?

Last Answer : answer:Seems like there are two associations you need to tackle: coming back from creek = towelling and towelling = bad. Try changing up the routine... take her to the creek, then go for a long walk so ... tolerate) the towelling. How does she she react if you just try to towel her when she's dry?

What are the pros and cons of getting another dog?

Description : What are the pros and cons of getting another dog?

Last Answer : no cons. When we got our 2nd dog we thought we were doing the 1st wrong, however they have been buds for 9 years now and I wouldn’t have changed a thing.

How should i go about getting another dog?

Description : How should i go about getting another dog?

Last Answer : Try looking for some other rescues in your area. There are many that are breed specific as well. The SPCA is not your only option when it comes to adopting a dog. Some of these other rescues already ... some of the local veterinarians in your area. Good Luck!! I commend you for wanting to adopt!!

Wheaten terrier digestive issues?

Description : Wheaten terrier digestive issues?

Last Answer : Have you tried taking him off the food to see if it makes a difference? Try giving him something bland (like chicken and rice) for a few days. I have known dogs develop intolerances to things that they ... kind of treat perhaps or something he is picking up that he shouldn't, cat food for example)?

Would you own a Pit Bull Terrier?

Description : Would you own a Pit Bull Terrier?

Last Answer : It would not be a good idea. Children and dogs require a careful mix. Even non-aggressive pit bulls can cause tremendous damage with a bite. Children the age you are talking about do not necessarily know how to behave around dogs.

On average how much should you spend yearly on a large pit bull terrier?

Description : On average how much should you spend yearly on a large pit bull terrier?

Last Answer : well take in to account what you need to raise any dog Food- think about how much he/she will eat, and how long a bag of food will last and what kind of food you will feed them, are you going ... have to register your pet and pay a early fee not sure if this is true everywhere or just where I live)

How can I get my Jack Russell Terrier to stop barking?

Description : I love my dog. She really sweet. She has a ton of energy and is always on the go. Every little thing sets her off and she seems to spend most of her day barking at something. Is there any way to get her to calm down and keep it quiet? She's driving me crazy.

Last Answer : Barking is one of the ways dogs communicate. Herding and guarding dogs in particular tend to bark a lot and controlling the behavior requires lots of patience. Jack Russells, as you know, are very active dogs ... . Never yell or punish your dog for barking, it doesn't work and you lose his trust.