french dog or boston terrier?

11 years ago

I have promised my son (age 12) a dog of his own, and after doing some research for what will go well with our family, I am leaning towards one of these two options. We already have a Coton de Tulear and a Shih-tzu, so we are aware of the demands of having a dog. Of course our current pets are my girls and as such do not have much interest in my son.

My requirements are: relatively small (must fit through our dog door), low shedding, good with children (fyi, shih-tzus are not), and relatively easy to housebreak.

If anyone has a frenchie or a boston terrier, how do they fit my wish list? My son has expressed an interested in Pugs as well, but I have been told that they are big shedders. So, I am hoping that either a frenchie or a BT will be better in that area, and they still have that big eyed, mushy face that he is set on.

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User
11 years ago
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If I were you, I'd attend a local (to you) All Breed AKC Conformation Show and meet and greet breeders and dogs of all three of your chosen breeds.

I strongly urge you to find a breeder that enjoys a good reputation and track record for producing healthy dogs of good conformation and disposition.

Those breeders will want to meet you so as to decide whether they would place a pup with you and your family. Picking a responsible breeder is as important as picking a good pup!

Good luck to you!
socks
11 years ago
It's wonderful for you to get your son his own dog. The adolescent and teen years can be a "roller coaster ride" emotionally, and I think having a pet is beneficial for kids this age.

I agree with the above post, be sure to check out your breed carefully, especially health issues. We have a Westie; he sheds very little, weighs about 15 lbs. and needs daily exercise. I suppose any dog you choose will play with your dogs, which is a good way to let some of that energy go. Did you consider a rescue, or do you think a pup will bond more easily with your son?

Best wishes on your choice. Your son must be very excited.
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User
11 years ago
I failed to include a suggestion that the OP consider a rescue. My bad!

socks is spot on suggesting that you also consider rescue.

I "adopted" a 4 year old retired Racing Greyhound from a track in Fl about six months ago. Both the dog and I are really pleased with how it has worked out for both of us!
socks
11 years ago
I had another thought: are you getting the puppy now so that your son can spend time with it, training, feeding, playing, walking--while he is on summer vacation? I'm wondering how this dog will know that he is your son's dog and not yours. (Seems like somehow, dogs always wind up being "Mom's dog." I wonder why....lol!)