Episode 004: How much exercise should your Boston Terrier be getting?

In this episode Donnie talks about how long your Boston Terrier should exercise as well as what kind of exercises you can do. If you want to learn more visit https://bostonterriersociety.com and be sure to search exercise.

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One look into your Boston Terrier’s playful eyes and you know he is ready for anything.  That is if you can get him to hold still long enough to look into those eyes. With very little observation, you will note that Boston Terriers are not couch potato dogs. They are bright and bouncy and can be prone to mischief and obesity if not allowed to burn some of that energy off every day.  

However, Boston Terriers are also small dogs, so maybe not the best choice to be your marathon running partner.  Where is that Goldilocks-just-right amount? Keep reading to see if you’re giving your Boston terrier the right kind and amount of exercise to keep him mentally and physically healthy.

How much exercise do Boston Terriers need?

Most Boston Terriers will need 30-60 minutes of exercise per day. The activity can be as simple as a walk or run per day.

How long to work out your Boston

Given their size and personality, Boston Terriers are a great fit for indoor life. They don’t require a lot of space, but they do require movement every day. How much movement depends on each individual dog and can vary from a trip around the block to running a 10K.  

As a general rule, most Boston's require 30-60 minutes of exercise per day. This means every day. Don’t think you can sneak 60 minutes in one day and none the next. This exercise is necessary to not only keep your Boston Terrier from bouncing off the walls, but they also need it to be in a healthy emotional state like humans. 

Your personal judgment

Use your best judgment when trying to decide if your Boston is getting enough exercise.  

Is he starting to wear out after 30 minutes of fetch or does he still want more after you’ve covered 3 miles? 

Is he ready for a nap immediately following the activity, or is he looking for more toys?  

Do you come home to a house of mass destruction, or has he behaved himself all day while you’re away?  

You may also find that your Boston prefers one type of exercise over others. For example, he may swim for 45 minutes but only want to run for 15 minutes. It never hurts to switch things up to help keep your pup and you interested in the activity.

What are good exercises for Boston Terriers?

Chances are you know how much your pup just likes to be with you. Given that and a Boston’s overall happy demeanor, they’re game for any, activity you want to provide them. Get creative when it comes to exercising your Boston terrier. It doesn’t all have to be going for walks or runs.  

To read more check out the article here: https://www.bostonterriersociety.com/boston-terrier-exercise/