Boston Terrier
HundKleinGewicht 5–11 kgLebenserwartung 11–15 J.
The American gentleman — flat-face reality includes airway, prominent eyes and a high cesarean rate; temperament is gentle and family-friendly.
Wesen: Mild and friendly, smart and sensitive, loves company
🩺 Typische Krankheiten & Risiken
Hoch
BOAS (brachycephalic airway obstruction)
Moderate-severe narrowing common
Hoch
Corneal problems (prominent eyes)
Scratches and dryness — squinting needs urgent care
Häufig
Luxating patella
Common in small breeds
Beobachten
Juvenile hydrocephalus / epilepsy
Puppy neurologic signs need work-up
📋 Empfohlene Vorsorge & Frequenz
- #1Airway evaluation (age 1)
- #2Eye exam (annual)
- #3Knee check (annual)
🍚 Ernährung
Weight control is the first line of airway protection; shallow bowls.
🛁 Tagespflege
Air-conditioned summers; check eyes daily; avoid rough collision play.
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