Boston Terrier Boston Terrier with a black brindle coat Other names Boston Bull Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood American Gentlemen Origin The United States of America hide Traits Weight 15 -- 25 lb (7 -- 11 kg) Male 8 - 25 lb Female 6 - 22 lb Height 9 -- 15 in (23 -- 38 cm) Coat Short, smooth, & slick Color Brindle seal black with white Litter size 1 -- 6 puppies Life span 11 - 13 years hide Classification / standards FCI Group 9, Section 11 Small Molossian Dogs # 140 standard AKC Non-sporting standard ANKC Group 7 (Non-Sporting) standard CKC Group 6 - Non-Sporting standard KC (UK) Utility standard NZKC Non-sporting standard UKC Companion Breeds standard Notes State dog of Massachusetts Domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris)
what is the average lifespan of a boston terrier
11 - 13 years