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Breed Introduction

The Boston Terrier, also known as the Boston Dog, originated in the 19th century with bullfighting activities centered around Boston. This breed is characterized by its silky, soft short hair, which is very beautiful. The coat colors include black with light brown markings, white, and black with white. The forehead is prominent, and the head is square without wrinkles. This breed is one of the older breeds among many in America; it first appeared at a dog show in Boston in 1878, then known as the American Bull Terrier.

The Boston breed was developed from a cross between the Bulldog and the Bull Terrier around 1870. Early Boston Terriers were a result of breeding between Bulldogs and Bull Terriers, and later significant improvements were made through selective breeding and crossing with French Bulldogs. In 1891, when the American Bull Terrier Club in Boston submitted an application for breed recognition, the name Bull Terrier was not approved due to its unpleasant sound. That same year, American dog expert James Watson deemed the name Bull Terrier inaccurate and renamed it to ‘Boston Terrier.’ Finally, in 1983, the breed was officially recognized by the American Boston Club.

Historical development of the breed began in the 19th century during bullfighting activities centered around Boston, leading to the emergence of the Boston Terrier. The early Boston Terriers were improved from Bulldogs and Bull Terriers. Later, extensive improvements were made through selective breeding and crossing with French Bulldogs. In 1891, when the American Bull Terrier Club in Boston submitted an application for breed recognition, the name Bull Terrier was deemed unpleasant and not approved, until finally, in 1983, it was recognized by the American Boston Club. Since then, these dogs have become one of the most beloved breeds in America, both in shows and in homes.