My wife and I have been researching dog breeds for a few weeks now and have seemed to decide on getting a Boston Terrier. This question is for those of you who currently own one or really know the breed. Do you think the breed will match us?We both work full time. She would come home on her lunch break and I work from home on Fridays so the puppy wouldn't be alone too often. We live in a large one bedroom apartment which seems to be enought space. We also have a large enclosed patio and are considering installing a doggie door. Walking and excercising shouldn't be a problem. I'm just being cautious. Do they bark alot?
2006-06-06 06:17:57 · 10 answers · asked by Koz 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I am not sure who the person is that says Bostons need to be supervised at all times or where they are comming from...restricted when alone but not supervised so much.
I have a Boston...they do not bark a lot as a rule. The Bostons I have known only bark when they get worked up and want to play and you will not. A simple "time-out" in their crate will help with that. Better yet to break the habit - ignore ignore ignore the hyper barker because once they see it gets your attention they will do it again. On the flip side once they see it does not get your attention they will go off quietly to do somethign else. If you need a percentage my Boston barks less then 25% of the time maybe way less then that. I wondered why he was little if he could bark! :-)
As far as fitting your life style....your situation sounds better then mine...if your wife is home everyday at lunch you'll be fine. Just make sure to not let your Boston run free while you are out. Mine hates the crate when i leave and has anxiety poos in the crate so I baby gate him in a hallway with pee pads and he does fine. My friend keeps his BT baby gated in a doggie proofed kitchen while at work.
Here is a board that is all BT owners and they are nice. They helped me a lot with my puppy who was sick the first 6 months of his life. They also have an nice search function to look at past questions...basically any question you could ever possibly have (even the ones that scare you out of left field) they will answer it for you. http://www.woofboard.com
For my suggestions on potty training go here too
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AqwDCDcylbYdMYEl00gnmNvsy6IX?qid=1006052654835
Overall Bostons are the breed that will steal your heart. Their personality is bigger then you could ever imagine. I love animals and have had lots but my Boston breaks my heart (with love) every day - he is the best companion I have ever had. Once you have one you might even consider two…sounds crazy but it is a common thought. I am looking into rescuing my next little guy.
GOOD LUCK :-)
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2016-12-06 10:35:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to www.dogbreedinfo.com/search.htm Just fill in a few simple questions about what you want and they will suggest a dog breed that is right for you and your life style.
2006-06-06 08:47:52 · answer #4 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to this site and click the Basic Search button then answers the questions. The more you answer the better it can guide you. Answer honestly and you will get good guidence on the breeds best suited for the two of you.
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2006-06-06 06:36:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I really couldn't say if it would fit your lifestyle. But i'm guessing your wife is into small dogs. Or low maintenance. So I say yeah that or a pomeranian.
2006-06-06 06:20:31 · answer #6 · answered by LaLa N 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should go on what you and your wife decides if you want a bostin terrier then go for it i dont think they bark to much but i think they are good for like if people try to break in your house
2006-06-06 06:28:56 · answer #7 · answered by Tessa T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are not known to be yappy, and it sounds like the perfect choice for you. One word of caution. They fart alot!
Don't ever feed anything with corn or soy. (soy is beans!) and corn doesn't digest fully and contributes to excess gas.
2006-06-06 06:34:16 · answer #8 · answered by Chetco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no it would not be a good dog for your life style cause they need to be supervised at all times
2006-06-06 06:25:34 · answer #9 · answered by longhunter17692002 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Wha...Who knows what your lifestyle is?
2006-06-06 06:23:04 · answer #10 · answered by Vango 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋