Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Active
Playful
Hard working
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Adaptable
Bold
Intelligent

Boston Chins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Tenterfield Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

England
Australia

Japanese Chin, Boston Terrier

Smooth Coated Ratting Terriers

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1993

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Pied

Boston Chins have medium-length coats.

Tenterfield Terriers have short coats.

A Boston Chin can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Tenterfield Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Boston Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Tenterfield Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Cherry Eye
Congenital Heart Defect

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma

Hypothyroidism

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Blood and Urine Tests
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Boston Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Tenterfield Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Boston Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Tenterfield Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Boston Chins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Tenterfield Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Boston Chins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Tenterfield Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boston Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

The Tenterfield Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Relax, Walk

Swimm

Boston Chins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Tenterfield Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Chin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tenterfield Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Chins usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Tenterfield Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Boston Chin should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Tenterfield Terrier should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Boston Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Tenterfield Terrier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

Boston Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Tenterfield Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Tenterfield Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Boston Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Tenterfield Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Boston Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Tenterfield Terriers are not cat friendly.

Boston Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Tenterfield Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Boston Chins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Tenterfield Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Boston Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Tenterfield Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.