In This Chapter
- Giving your Boston treats and toys
- Organizing get-togethers for your dog and his canine friends
- Getting out and exploring with your Boston
Showing posts with label Boston Terriers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Boston Terriers. Show all posts
Ten Ways to Make Your Boston’s Day
Ten Trivia Tidbits about Bostons
In This Chapter
- Interesting historical facts about Boston Terriers
- The rise and fall — and rise again — of Boston popularity
- Bostons making their mark
Caring for the Senior Dog
In This Chapter
- Understanding what it means to own a senior dog
- Identifying age-related health changes
- Keeping your Boston comfortable as he ages
- Coping with the loss of your dog
Breed-Specific Ailments
In This Chapter
- Understanding brachycephalic syndrome
- Recognizing respiratory difficulties
- Protecting your Boston’s ears and eyes
- Handling orthopedic problems
Your Visit to the Veterinarian
In This Chapter
- Choosing a veterinarian
- Knowing what to expect during your Boston’s veterinary visits
- Looking at vaccinations for common diseases
- Identifying internal and external parasites
- Getting your Boston spayed or neutered
Traveling with (Or without) Your Boston
In This Chapter
- Packing necessary supplies for the journey
- Keeping your dog safe while traveling
- Choosing a long- or short-term boarding facility
- Knowing what to look for in a pet sitter
Taking Training to the Next Level
In This Chapter
- Training your Boston for sport and obedience
- Joining a flyball or freestyle club
- Becoming a therapy dog
- Introducing dog shows and conformation trials
Training and Behavior
In This Chapter
- Taking your Boston to school
- Mastering basic obedience commands
- Using humane methods to correct problem behavior
- Deciding when to call a behavior expert
Socializing for Life
In This Chapter
- Identifying key developmental phases in your Boston’s life
- Looking at strategies for socializing your pup
- Interpreting canine body language
- Calming your dog’s fears
Housetraining for Bostons
In This Chapter
- Teaching your puppy about bathroom breaks
- Correcting mistakes
- Introducing alternative potty spots
Looking Good
In This Chapter
- Grooming your Boston at home
- Knowing what to look for in a groomer
- Treating your dog to a day at the spa — really!
- Dressing your dog in duds designed especially for her
Eating Well
In This Chapter
- Discovering what nutrients your Boston needs
- Deciphering pet food labels
- Deciding what kind of diet to feed your Boston
- Knowing how much and how often to feed your Boston
- Rewarding — and spoiling — with treats
Welcome Home!
In This Chapter
- Creating consistency for your Boston
- Establishing household rules and a set schedule
- Determining safe areas for your puppy
- Introducing your Boston to your other pets
Preparing for Your Boston’s Homecoming
In This Chapter
- Preparing your home and yard for your new arrival
- Licensing and registering your Boston
- Creating a shopping list of basic Boston necessities
A Match Made in Boston
In This Chapter
- Deciding what gender of Boston to adopt
- Choosing between a puppy or an adult
- Finding the Boston of your dreams
- Identifying a healthy dog
Committing to a Lifetime of Care
In This Chapter
- Determining whether a Boston Terrier is the right dog for you
- Understanding how your Boston will fit into the family
- Delegating responsibility to family members
- Analyzing the real costs of dog ownership
Tracking the Boston Terrier
In This Chapter
- Looking at the Boston Terrier’s lineage and history
- Meeting the first Boston Terrier and her offspring
- Developing a standard for the breed
- Getting to know the Terrier’s temperament and personality
Welcome to Boston!
In This Chapter
- Exploring Boston Terriers’ ancestors and canine appeal
- Understanding a pup’s basic needs
- Realizing the importance of housetraining and obedience
- Knowing how to care for his medical needs
