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CLEAR ALLThe Boston Terrier is an intelligent, lively, and affectionate breed with distinctive tuxedo markings that have earned them the nickname of ‘American Gentlemen’. Originally bred as fighter dogs, these compact canines still carry a strong territorial streak that can present itself when they feel their territory is being threatened.
Despite their small size, Boston Terriers are muscular and sturdy, with sleek, straight coats. One of their most distinct characteristics is their large ears that stand erect. They also boast large, round eyes that just add to their strikingly adorable appearance.
Boston Terriers make great family pets because they thrive on the attention they get from children. They also love to entertain people of all ages with their comical antics and unique expressions.
In addition, Boston Terriers make wonderful canine companions for elderly and apartment dwelling citizens due to their gentle and even temperaments.
The Boston Terrier is an intelligent, lively, and affectionate breed with distinctive tuxedo markings that have earned them the nickname of ‘American Gentlemen’. Originally bred as fighter dogs, these compact canines still carry a strong territorial streak that can present itself when they feel their territory is being threatened.
Despite their small size, Boston Terriers are muscular and sturdy, with sleek, straight coats. One of their most distinct characteristics is their large ears that stand erect. They also boast large, round eyes that just add to their strikingly adorable appearance.
Boston Terriers make great family pets because they thrive on the attention they get from children. They also love to entertain people of all ages with their comical antics and unique expressions.
In addition, Boston Terriers make wonderful canine companions for elderly and apartment dwelling citizens due to their gentle and even temperaments.
The Boston Terrier is a small breed weighing between 15 and 25 pounds and standing 15 to 17 inches tall. They have a compact but well-proportioned build with broad chests. They sport short tails no more than 2-inches long, which can be either corkscrew, curled, or straight.
Their black and white “tuxedo-style” coat is one of their most adored attributes: smooth and shiny with short, straight hair. Their muzzles and chests are always white, but the rest of the body doesn’t necessarily have to be black. Seal or brindle is also possible, although much less common.
Their round heads feature a square jawline, naturally upright ears and big round eyes, set far apart. They are a brachycephalic breed with broad, flat, wrinkle-free noses that give a pushed in look. Their nose anatomy consists of tiny nostrils, long palates and a narrow trachea, which increases their tendency to snore and reverse sneeze (a rapid and recurrent nasal inhalation).
Moreover, like other brachycephalic dogs, they have a higher risk of several respiratory conditions. While they come with more health risks than some other breeds, they will live for 12 to 14 years if healthy. If you choose this breed, you should diligently observe them in case of any arising problems.
Boston Terriers are most known for their extreme friendliness to everyone they meet. They can immediately become friends with strangers, and their fun-loving, playful personality puts smiles on everyone’s faces. They can be a bit goofy, which makes them popular around children, and their cheerful disposition makes them excellent therapy dogs, too.
Despite their loving nature, training is still essential for this breed. They can become quite excitable when they meet people, and without established leadership, they may become mischievous.
Boston Terriers need a modest amount of exercise. They love nothing more than going for walks with their owner or playing with familiar children. They do best with one or two walks a day, or you can engage them in canine sports like agility. They are ingenious and quick learners so training them is not too challenging, though they can sometimes be stubborn. Even so, new dog parents will find they can teach them basic commands, tricks and ball-games that will keep their bodies and minds active.
Boston Terriers are generally quiet canines and are not yappy like other small dog breeds. They are not aggressive either, but males might scrap with other dogs if they feel they are invading their territory.
Because they are generally good around children and other pets, Boston Terriers can be a good choice for first-time dog owners. Moreover, although they are super playful, they tire pretty quickly, so they do not require a tonne of exercise. Nonetheless, early socialisation is always crucial in moulding them into great family pets. Plus, as they are so friendly, they do best in a home where there is usually someone around.
Because of their small size, Boston Terriers do not take up or need much space. They also adapt well to different environments and live happily in apartments or small houses. Plus, they don’t bark or yap much, which is a welcoming benefit for those living close to their neighbours.
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Russian Blue
We had some concerns purchasing a kitten online but our experience with The Pedigree Paws was great. They connected us with Caroline, the Russian Blue breeder and we had many conversations and received multiple pictures and videos. She answered to all our questions.
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Miniature Dachshund
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He showed me all the health documents of both parents, their pedigree and answer to all my questions. I am so happy they helped me to find a healthy puppy as finding one by myself was very overwhelming. Contacting The Pedigree Paws was the best decision and I highly recommend them to everybody!
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Chartreux
From the kittens's selection to the arrival of our Chartreux kitten, The Pedigree Paws was there to assist us. We had great experience with them, and they breeder Alexandra from France with whom they connected us and from whom we got our kitten from. They are very prompt in answering our initial and follow-up questions while our kitten was in transit. Very reliable and trustworthy!
Thank you so much for all your help. We are very happy with our new family member. We will definitely recommend it to all our friends.
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Chihuahua
It's been a few months since we decided to find a Chihuahua puppy to join our family, however we had issues finding a good breeder.
We contacted The Pedigree Paws and they connected us with a very unique breeder in Greece. Many videos and pictures were shown, the breeder shared with us the proof of vaccinations, deworming and her 5 generation pedigree. We were fortunate as George, the breeder was able to deliver the puppy to us personally. We are very pleased with our beautiful Athena. Thank you, The Pedigree Paws, for being truthful and transparent.
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Abyssinian
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Fin
Chihuahua
Thank you for finding for me such a beautiful Chihuahua puppy! I love him so much from the minute I saw him. He changed my world.
Kate, from The Pedigree Paws assisted me through the whole process informing me about everything from health checks to arranging a Pet Nanny to transport Fin directly to my door. So thankful that the experience went so well! I love my Fin.
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Ragdoll
I have always wanted a Ragdoll kitten as it was my dream cat breed, but didnt know how to find one as heard a lot about kitten farms and bad breeders. I reached out to The Pedigree Paws and they were very accommodating and transparent from the start. They offered me few kittens from their list of breeders and when I saw Emi I knew she was the one! We went through the kitten's parents DNA testing as for me that was a priority to have a kitten free from genetic disorders. We sealed the deal and now I have the best kitten I could dream of! Thank you very much for all your help
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Russian Blue
I really wanted a Russian Blue kitten, but was very nervous getting one after reading horror stories about scammers on the Internet. I had my first call with Natalia, from The Pedigree Paws and with her help I was able to connect with the breeder, that I knew I could trust. I am very lucky to have now Shima, she is an absolute joy to live with.
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