Non-Sporting · small
Boston Terrier
Tuxedo-wearing gentleman of the dog world — polite, playful, apartment-perfect.
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Weight
5-11 kg
12-25 lbs
Height
38-43 cm
15-17"
Lifespan
11-13y
Traits at a glance
Energy3/5
Trainability4/5
Grooming needs1/5
Barking2/5
Good with kids5/5
Apartment ok5/5
Cost calculator
Estimated monthly
$320 AUD/mo
≈ $3,840 AUD/year · First year with setup ≈ $4,740 AUD
food$75
vet$70
grooming$41
supplies$30
training$35
insurance$65
registration$4
Upfront — buying the pup
$3,500–$6,000 AUD one-off
Typical pet-quality range from registered Australian breeders. Adopting instead? Rescues charge ≈ $350–$800 adoption fee.
Training tips for a Boston Terrier
Practical, breed-specific advice tuned to a Boston Terrier's temperament, energy and trainability.
Training guides for a Boston Terrier
Expert-written guides picked for a Boston Terrier's temperament and needs.
Health & nutrition for a Boston Terrier
What to watch for, how to feed, and how to keep a Boston Terrier in top shape — tuned to this breed's size and build.
Ready to meet a Boston Terrier?
Search animal shelters and rescues across Australia — and consider bringing a certified trainer to your first meet-and-greet.