Boston Terrier vs Teddy Roosevelt Terrier

Compare the Boston Terrier to the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boston Terriers and Teddy Roosevelt Terriers.

Boston Terrier vs Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
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General Details
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
14-16 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
8-15 Inches
Weight
10-25 Pounds
10-25 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1870 AD
1999 AD
Temperament
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Allergies
Reverse sneezing
Cherry eye
Deafness
Brain tumors
Megaesophagus
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Allergies
Malocclusions
Obesity
Skin allergies
Heart problems
Ectopia lentis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Boston Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
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