The Boston Terrier and All About It: A Practical, Scientific, and Up to Date Guide to the Breeding of the American Dog

"The largest and most complete book on the subject ever written." -The Dog Fancier Who and what is this little dog that has forced his way by leaps and bounds from Boston town to the uttermost parts of this grand country, from the broad Atlantic to the Golden Gate, and from the Canadian border to the Gulf of Mexico? Nay, not content with this, but has overrun the imaginary borders north and south until he is fast becoming as great a favorite on the other side as here, and who promises in the near future, unless all signs fail, to cross all oceans, and extend his conquests wherever man is found that can appreciate beauty and fidelity in man’s best friend. What passports does he present that he should be entitled to the recognition that he has everywhere accorded him? A dog that has in 35 years or less so thoroughly established himself in the affections of the great body of the American people, so that his friends offer no apology whatever in calling him the American dog, must possess peculiar qualities that endear him to all classes and conditions of men, and I firmly believe that when all the fads for which his native city is so well known have died a natural death, he will be in the early bloom of youth. There are several features that are characteristic of the dog that tend to its universal popularity—its attractive shape, style and size, its winning disposition, and its beautiful color and markings. From the bulldog he inherits a sweet, charming personality, quiet, restful demeanor, and an intense love of his master and home. He does not possess the restless, roving disposition which characterizes so many members of the terrier tribe, nor will he be found quarreling with other dogs. From the bull terrier side he inherits a lively mood, the quality of taking care of himself if attacked by another dog, and of his owner, too, if necessary, the propensity to be a great destroyer of all kinds of vermin if properly trained, and an ideal watch dog at night. No wonder he is popular, he deserves to be. CHAPTER I. The Boston Terrier CHAPTER II. The Boston Terrier Club; Its History; The Order of Business; Constitution, By-Laws and Official Standard The Revised Boston Terrier Standard CHAPTER III. Kenneling CHAPTER IV. General Hints On Breeding CHAPTER V. Rearing Of Puppies CHAPTER VI. Breeding For Size CHAPTER VII. Breeding For Good Disposition CHAPTER VIII. Breeding For a Vigorous Constitution CHAPTER IX. Breeding For Color and Markings CHAPTER X. Sales CHAPTER XI. Boston Terrier Type and the Standard CHAPTER XII. Picture Taking CHAPTER XIII. Notes CHAPTER XIV. Conclusion CHAPTER XV. Technical Terms Used In Relation To the Boston Terrier, and Their Meaning