Boston Terrier Dog Breed Quiz

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AKC Breed standard colors for the Boston Terrier are brindle, seal, black and gray.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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The Boston Terrier originated in
- United States
- England
- Canada
- Germany
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How did the Boston Terrier rank in aggression toward its owners out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ Dog Temperament Research study?
- 120
- 100
- 82
- 61
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the same C-BARQ study from the University of Pennsylvania, the Boston Terrier ranked very low—100th out of 124 breeds—in aggression toward their owners. That means they're unlikely to growl, snap, or bite the humans they live with—they're generally loving and gentle with their people. However, they rank much higher in aggression toward other dogs, both familiar and unfamiliar. So when another dog approaches their territory, toy, or food, a Boston Terrier may react by growling, baring teeth, or in severe cases, lunging or biting. Bottom line: Boston Terriers are affectionate with their owners but can be territorial or resource-guarding with other dogs. Early socialization and training can help keep the peace! </div>
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Where did the Boston Terrier rank in excitability out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ Dog Temperament Research study?
- 14
- 20
- 30
- 56
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the C-BARQ study from the University of Pennsylvania—which looked at over 300 dog breeds and 60,000 individual dogs—the Boston Terrier ranked 14th out of 124 breeds in excitability. That's a very high ranking! This means when something stimulating happens—like going for a walk, friends arriving, or the doorbell ringing—a Boston Terrier reacts. They tend to have a hyperactive personality that comes across as high energy or active, and they often can't sit still. It may take them a minute to calm down after an exciting event! So if you have a Boston Terrier, expect a lively little dog that gets amped up easily—but also settles back down fairly quickly. </div>
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Boston Terriers are technically NOT terriers and are NOT classified in the terrier group by the American Kennel Club.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the Boston Terrier rank in working/obedience intelligence?
- 54
- 34
- 67
- 79
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the Landmark Book entitled, "The Intelligence of Dogs", professor Stanley Coren researched and documented the intelligence of over 130 different dog breeds. In his book, the Boston Terrier ranks 54th out of 138 breeds in working/obedience intelligence. Essentially this means they will learn new commands in 25 to 40 repetitions and obey first commands more than 50% of the time. This puts them in the "average working and obedience intelligence" category. In contrast, the most intelligent breeds will learn the same command in 5 repetitions or less and the least intelligent, 80-100 repetitions! </div>
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Because of their large heads, almost all Boston Terrier births are done via C-section.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Yes, almost all Boston Terriers require a C-section to give birth. There are a few reasons why: their puppies have large, wide heads that are too big for the mother's birth canal, and because Boston Terriers are a flat-faced (brachycephalic) breed, they're prone to dystocia (difficult labor). Other risks like uterine inertia (when the uterus stops contracting) or puppies getting stuck can also make natural birth unsafe. So for Boston Terriers, a C-section is usually the safest—and often necessary—way to deliver a litter. </div>
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As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Boston Terriers?
- 13.7 moh
- 21.2 mph
- 15.9 mph
- 18 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The AKC Conducts Dog Racing Trials each December in Orlando, FL. called the Fast CAT Invitational. This is a 100 yard race where dogs run individually chasing a lure. The average running speed by a Boston Terrier is 21.2 mph. The fastest recorded speed by a Boston was by a dog named Gaines' What You Do To Me at 29.78 mph! </div>
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How big were the early ancestors of the Boston Terrier?
- 40-45 pounds
- 10-15 pounds
- 65-70 pounds
- They have always been about the same weight.
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Yes, the early ancestors of the Boston Terrier were much bigger than the dogs we know today—weighing around 40 to 45 pounds, roughly twice the size of modern Boston Terriers. The breed started in 1860s Boston by crossing an English Bulldog with the now-extinct White English Terrier. Some early owners used these larger crossbreeds for pit fighting and ratting before those sports lost social acceptance. As organized fighting declined, breeders purposefully bred the dogs down in size and selected for calm, friendly traits instead of aggression. By 1893, the AKC recognized the smaller, tuxedo-marked dog as a refined companion—earning the nickname "The American Gentleman." </div>
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In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Boston Terrier has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?
- Pug
- French Bulldog
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Brussels Griffon
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In Landmark Research on Modern Dog Breed development, the Boston Terrier has been shown to share the most DNA with an ancestor of the following breeds: French Bulldog American Staffordshire Terrier Bulldog </div>
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What is hemivertebrae in Boston Terriers?
- A congenital spinal deformity
- An eye condition that causes blindness
- A digestive disorder that causes vomiting
- A type of heart defect
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Hemivertebrae is a congenital spinal deformity—meaning dogs are born with it—where the vertebrae are irregularly shaped like wedges. It most often affects brachycephalic breeds with screw or curly tails, like Boston Terriers. Here's the connection: the same genetic trait that creates the twisted tail can cause similar twisting and compression in the spinal column. </div>
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How many hereditary eye issues are Boston Terriers prone to?
- over 20
- about 7
- 14
- No more than any other breed.
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Boston Terriers are documented to be associated with over 20 distinct hereditary eye conditions and diseases. This is because of their flat faces and prominent, bulging eyes that sit in shallow sockets with very little protection. Common hereditary eye issues include corneal ulcers, glaucoma, cataracts, cherry eye, dry eye (KCS), distichiasis, entropion, proptosis, and pigmentary keratitis. Because of this high risk, Boston Terrier owners should check their dog's eyes daily and see a vet right away if they notice redness, squinting, cloudiness, or discharge. </div>

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Boston Terrier Dog Breed Quiz

AKC Breed standard colors for the Boston Terrier are brindle, seal, black and gray.

The Boston Terrier originated in

How did the Boston Terrier rank in aggression toward its owners out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ Dog Temperament Research study?

Where did the Boston Terrier rank in excitability out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ Dog Temperament Research study?

Boston Terriers are technically NOT terriers and are NOT classified in the terrier group by the American Kennel Club.

According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the Boston Terrier rank in working/obedience intelligence?

Because of their large heads, almost all Boston Terrier births are done via C-section.

As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Boston Terriers?

How big were the early ancestors of the Boston Terrier?

In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Boston Terrier has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?

What is hemivertebrae in Boston Terriers?

How many hereditary eye issues are Boston Terriers prone to?

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