{"id":82,"date":"2021-01-26T02:34:17","date_gmt":"2021-01-26T02:34:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happybostons.com\/?p=82"},"modified":"2021-02-26T16:58:01","modified_gmt":"2021-02-26T16:58:01","slug":"boston-terrier-vs-french-bulldog-whats-the-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happybostons.com\/boston-terrier-vs-french-bulldog-whats-the-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"Boston Terrier vs French Bulldog. What\u2019s the difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The difference between a Boston Terrier vs. French Bulldog is primarily in their body. Boston Terriers weigh 15-25 lbs and have longer legs, a slimmer frame, a round head, pointy tipped ears. French Bulldogs weigh 20-28 lbs and have shorter legs, a more muscular body, a square head, and ears that are rounded at the tip. Boston Terriers have a life expectancy of 13-15 years while French Bulldogs live an expected 10-12 years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Honestly, when we got our first Boston Terrier, I didn\u2019t know much about the differences in the breeds. After researching this topic a bit, some of the differences and similarities were pretty fascinating. You might be surprised by the health differences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While these similar-looking breeds are both equally lovable, the differences between them are numerous. Here a quick table to make it easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to temperament and needs, Boston Terriers and French Bulldogs are significantly different. Both breeds have a relatively low prey drive, although our Bostons might be a bit higher than average. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n Boston Terriers are super affectionate and tend to love people and other animals equally. Heck, ours \u201cplay\u201d with a domestic tortoise but are not aggressive with it. (We supervise the interaction wholly)<\/p>\n\n\n\n We know firsthand that Boston Terriers enjoy playing with small furry animals, but you probably want to only do that with supervision. Bridgette and Ryder have been known to bring us small rodents and birds they caught, once in a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n French Bulldogs, on the other hand, can be super affectionate with their owners, but not so much with cats and other animals, or even small children. They can be quite protective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The key is to ensure French Bulldogs are very well socialized from puppy through adulthood. We know Frenchies that are just as adorable and super friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beware, Bostons have a high impulse to wander. They enjoy exploring. French Bulldogs are happy to stay in one place and don\u2019t care as much about exploring your neighborhood on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n French Bulldogs are often considered great in an office environment, while Boston Terriers, not so much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When looking at how big Boston Terriers get and how much they weigh vs French Bulldogs, there is a size difference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Boston Terriers are taller but smaller framed than French Bulldogs. The average weight of a Boston Terrier is 15-25 pounds while a French Bulldog weighs between 20-28 pounds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n French Bulldogs are a bit shorter than Boston Terriers. With more stout legs, French Bulldogs typically stand 13-16 inches tall, averaging 14.5 inches. Boston Terriers are a bit taller at 15-17 inches and averaging 16 inches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are marked differences in the available colors of both breeds. While this should not be the deciding factor for choosing a breed, knowing the possibilities may help you in finding the best pup once you made your choice between a Boston Terrier and a French Bulldog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Boston Terriers typically hold a Tuxedo pattern of white with the following colors in combination:<\/p>\n\n\n\n French Bulldogs come in the following typical colorings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/th> Boston Terrier<\/strong><\/th> French Bulldog<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Physical<\/strong><\/td> <\/td> <\/td><\/tr> Head Shape<\/td> Round<\/td> Square<\/td><\/tr> Body Shape<\/td> Average<\/td> Bulky<\/td><\/tr> Ears<\/td> Point Tips<\/td> Rounded Tips<\/td><\/tr> Muscular<\/td> Average<\/td> Very Muscular<\/td><\/tr> Legs<\/td> Longer<\/td> Shorter<\/td><\/tr> Weight<\/td> 15-25 lbs<\/td> 20-28 lbs<\/td><\/tr> Shedding<\/td> Moderate<\/td> Low<\/td><\/tr> Non-Physical<\/strong><\/td> <\/td> <\/td><\/tr> Temperament<\/td> Good with other animals and children<\/td> Not great with other animals \/ poss. children<\/td><\/tr> Health<\/td> Average Healthy<\/td> Average Healthy<\/td><\/tr> Life Expectancy<\/td> 13-15 years<\/td> 10-12 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Temperament Differences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Size Differences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Color Differences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n