Monday, April 2, 2012

B is for Boston Terriers


       Several years back my husband surprised me with a belated birthday gift.   Considering I have been a cat lover all my life, I was shocked to discover that he had traded two CB radios for a Boston terrier puppy.  He quickly sent me pictures and I can honestly say it was love at first sight.  How could I not fall immediately in love with that sweet face?  I counted the days until the newest addition to my menagerie would finally come home to me.


       My Boston terrier puppy proved to be just as adorable in real life as he was in the pictures.   I named him Jolly because of his happy personality.  He follows me everywhere and is the perfect teddy bear at night.  Even though he snores, farts, and occasionally blows fart juice, I love him.


      Boston terriers were first recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893.  One day an English bulldog and an English terrier got jiggy, and the next thing you know the Boston terrier breed was born.  The breed has been described as the ultimate American gentleman with a coat resembling a dressy replica of a tuxedo and tails.




      My Jolly loves to eat.  He constantly is begging for a treat.  Every time we sit down for dinner, Jolly is right there standing on his hind legs with front paws on the table waiting for his due.  He dominates the household when it comes to any kind of food.  He is the biggest dog I own, and has no remorse about throwing his weight around to lick any plates clean.  He is spoiled rotten because I can’t honestly resist that face.  If you try to ignore him, he will whine until he gets his way. 


     
      Occasionally he will pull himself up on the bed with his front paws like it is all he can do to get on the bed.  The next minute he will leap from over the entire width of my king sized bed like some fanciful unicorn.  My little Jolly is fairly laid back and will tolerate my miniature pinscher humping his head.  He gets this mortified look on his face like he is wondering why, but he will sit and endure it.  He loves everyone in the family equally, unlike the other dogs that have their definite favorite person they cuddle with.  When my husband comes home I have to lock Jolly in the garage so he can even get in the door.   Jolly becomes so hyper in his exuberance he practically blows a blood vessel in his excitement.  He jumps up and down barking and can’t wait to bathe my husband’s face and hair with his tongue.  


        Jolly even has social graces and has the decency to look mortified when he unleashes the fury and farts.   He also will shake hands, or paws in his case.  He is just the coolest dog and I can't imagine life without him!!  I can honestly say that my Jolly began a love affair with the Boston terrier breed I may never get over until next time when I give you another glimpse into the life of a trucker’s wife.



28 comments:

  1. Aww, a lovely tribute to Jolly. Am sure he loves you as much as you love him.

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    1. Paula, thank you for stopping by and for your comments. I definitely think it is mutual. He is such a good dog.

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    1. MouthyBarberMom, he really is!! Thank you for stopping by to read and for your comments!!

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  3. I've always been a cat person, maybe because cats can be left alone and are quiet -- dogs are in your face, lke my kids! unforntunatley, we're allergic to both so it's frogs and gerbils.

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    1. Sandra, I was brought up with cats everywhere. I am allergic to both cats and dogs, but it has made little difference. My husband insisted on getting a dog, and now I love those too. Benedryl is my friend. I have 3 cats and 3 dogs to make life lively. Thanks for stopping by to read and for your comments!!

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  4. Your Jolly sounds like an absolute hoot!!

    Dogs are so much fun--til they get old-- and can't hear and see--like my Sammy the Schnauzer. But the vet swears he's not in any pain--and though now disabled and morphing into a cat (he sleeps about 21 hours a day.) he is still the center of our world. I was thinking this weekend how lively our Sammy used to be...but probably will never be again. But he is loved, well care for, and as the vet says not in any pain--so I leave him to live out his remaining days in peace. He is 16 years and 2 months. As long as he doesn't start Meowing we are in good shape!

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    1. Jenn, Jolly is a hoot, and his facial expressions and some of the things he does just cracks me up. That is hysterical!! You will flip if your dog looks at you and meows. LOLOLOLOL Thank you for stopping in to read and for your comments!!

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  5. Jolly sounds like a delightful companion and the picture with the glasses made me laugh right out loud! Haven't had a dog in many years, but this makes me want to rethink that decision. Thanks for sharing Jolly with us!
    Amy
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    1. Amy, he is the best and such a funny dog! Thank you for stopping in to read and for your comments!

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  6. The puppy looks so cute, such a nice expression!

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    1. Claudia, even with Jolly all grown up I can still see the sweet puppy he once was. Thanks for stopping into read and for your comments!

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  7. Very cute! My dad has two Bostons and loves them. Good post.

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    1. Emily, after having Jolly I would definitely get another Boston terrier. He has been the best dog! Thanks for stopping by to read and comment!

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  8. Loved this Kathy! I have two little Boston Terriers! One is named Rocky and the other is Rosie. I just love them so much. Mine too, are very cuddly at night. When I go to bed, they climb in too. Love this breed! :o)

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    1. Beachlover, I am with you! I love this breed too. Thanks for stopping in to read and comment!

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  9. Jolly is ADORABLE!!! We're looking for another pup.. Might have to check one of these lit'l guys out!

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    1. Magical Mystical Mimi, the pups are so cute! I don't believe you would be sorry. We have to crate Jolly when we go away because he will get pi$$ed and shred anything in site. On a few occasions he has got out and we can home to discover he had a big party with all the toilet paper. What a mess!! Jolly knew he had screwed up. He got this guilty look on his face and went into the crate and laid down. LOL Thank you for stopping in to read and comment!!

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  10. He is adorable! I can see why you fell for him immediately. And I have one of those "constantly hungry" dogs, too. Every time we eat she puts her chin on my leg and stares up at me with her big eyes. I can't resist, either, though I should since she's a couple of pounds overweight. Thanks for showing us the pictures and sharing Jolly with us!

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    1. ElaineLK, if there is anything I have learned about having dogs is no matter how big or small, they are all bottomless pits. Thank you for stopping by to read and comment!

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  11. jolly is way cool! he should be in movies! :)

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    1. Danneromero, he is cool and him being in movies? That would be awesome! Thank you for stopping by to read and for your kind comments.

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  12. Aww, my grandma had a boston terrier named Gus and he was hilarious. Extremely smart and loving. :)

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    1. ElizabethSheryl, I have never met a Boston terrier I didn't like. Thank you for stopping by to read and for your comments!

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  13. Dogs are the center of our home. Have always had at least one and hope that I will always be able to have one in my home.
    I understand the happy only sharing your life with a furbaby can bring. ♥

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    1. Jo, I love my fur babies and I just can't imagine life without them. Thank you for stopping by to read and comment!

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  14. I always love reading your posts because they make me giggle so hard, I'm practically rolling on the floor! Thank you for my daily giggle!

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    1. Susan, I am so pleased I can provide you with your daily giggle. You have paid me the highest compliment and I thank you!!

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