Dog
Pronunciation:
ing-glish baw-stuhn bool-dawg
Breed Description:
The English Boston Bulldog breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Boston Terrier with the English Bulldog. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the English Boston Bulldog will have qualities of both parents. They are usually a small to medium sized breed that is stocky with a wide chest and narrow hips. They should be compact in build with an almost square proportion and a large head with a strong jaw. The nose should be pushed back, almost none existent muzzle and the eyes should be large with deep wrinkles across the bridge of the nose and down the sides of the face. The ears can be rose shaped, folded forward or half pricked and the tail can be pump shaped, cork screw or short. The overall appearance should be of a muscular dog, although they are not as muscular as their English Bulldog parent.
The coat of the English Boston Bulldog should be short and close to the skin. It should cover the dog completely and have a shiny appearance. The texture is usually medium in roughness. The English Boston Terrier can be found in any of the colors of the parent breeds including black and white, white and tan and white and brindle.
Temperament:
The English Boston Bulldog breed of dog is a very affectionate and loyal breed that is known for their gentle nature and their devotion to their family. This is a breed that is meant for companionship and while they can be quite active, they are usually laid back and enjoy simply sitting at their owners feet. They do very well with children and tend to be calm and patient with them. They also do well with other pets but without proper socialization, they can be aggressive towards other dogs. The breed thrives when they can be with people and because of this, they can often suffer from separation anxiety when left on their own for long periods of time.
Height:
The average height for an English Boston Bulldog is between 15 to 18 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for an English Boston Bulldog is between 20 to 35 pounds.
Health Problems:
The English Boston Bulldog breed of dog has no known health problems, however, is important to research both the Boston Terrier and the English Bulldog to be aware of any potential health problems your dog could be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The English Boston Bulldog breed of dog can do well in any living condition and can make an excellent pet for apartments. They should not be outdoor dogs and care should be taken since they can be susceptible to heat exhaustion and will need protection during the cold months.
Exercise:
The English Boston Bulldog breed of dog can either be very active or very lazy depending on the breed it takes after but regardless, this is a breed that needs exercise. On average, they should receive between 20 to 30 minutes per day to keep them at a healthy weight.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 15 years
Grooming:
The English Boston Bulldog s a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a month. The only other task is to wipe down the dog's face, wrinkles and around the eyes on a daily basis to reduce the risk of skin infections.
Origin:
The English Boston Bulldog breed of dog is a designer `hybrid` breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the English Boston Bulldog, it is important to read up on both the Boston Terrier and the English Bulldog. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
