Bubba is a Boston Terrier from Grandview Heights, Ohio and a Graduate of Homestead Dogs Basic Dog Training Camp. Booyah, Bubba!

Boston Terrier

Many canines of the dog world enjoy an honorable history of service and dedication. Stately breeds the world over have built lofty reputations for they’re incredible skills, abilities and long service to the human species.

And there’s no way to smoothly segway that into the Boston Terrier. Boston Terriers trace their lineage back to 19th century England where breeders were agressively crossing various terriers and bulls to develop the fiercest pit fighting dog possible.

One of those efforts resulted in Judge, a Bulldog and White English Terrier (extinct) mix. As it turns out, this breeder didn’t think Judge had the chops and sold him to an American.

Perhaps their grading scale was off a bit. While certainly tough and muscular, the Boston Terrier has since earned the nickname, “The American Gentleman”. Born with impeccable English manners, Boston Terriers feature a stylish “tuxedo” coat coloring, is very people-oriented and makes for an entertaining, inner-city companion.

Over a hundred years since, and the reject from Liverpool has earned the official mascot of Boston University and official Massachusetts state dog…incredible.

Trainability: B

Boston Terriers are very intelligent and eager to be a good pack member. Boston’s are very astute to their surroundings and responds very well to gently correction and enthusiastic rewards.

Read more about the Boston Terrier on the American Kennel Club, and The Boston Terrier Club of America.