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Knowing Your Boston Terrier  
INFORMATIVE 

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Boston Terriers are a mix between an English Bulldog and an English White Terrier. They are one of the only breeds that America can claim as its own. Here are some more facts about Boston Terriers. What do you know?

	They were originally bred to be fighting dogs, but have since outgrown that purpose
	They are compact, muscular dogs with short, wide muzzles, dark, large round eyes, short tails and pointy erect ears.
	They have short hair that comes in black and white or brown and white, and do not require much grooming.
	Live 15 or more years it given proper care, but average 13 years
	15-17 in. high and 10-25 ibs
	Do not need regular exercise
	Social and friendly dogs that are intelligent and energetic
	Will only bark when necessary, though some never bark
	Prone to breathing problems because of their short snouts
	Also prone to heat exhaustion
	Likely to have problems with heart and skin tumors

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