Is Rescue The Right Choice for Me? When you make the choice to adopt a rescued Boston Terrier you a providing a worthy dog with a second chance at a happy forever life. BTCCR thanks you for considering rescue and for taking the time to do your research and visit our website.

There are, however, some special considerations when adopting a rescued dog.

Puppies are rarely available through rescue. Most rescued dogs range in age from young adult to senior, but all have a lifetime of love to give in return for welcoming them into your family.

All Boston Terriers adopted through our program are spayed or neutered. Rescue is not a place to find a mate for your Boston. Don’t even ask! Irresponsible breeding is why many dogs find themselves in our program in the first place.

If it is important to you that your Boston is an ideal representative of the breed standard, perfectly marked and of a specific size, or if you really must have a dog of a certain age or gender, a rescued dog is probably not for you. Rescued Bostons aren’t ordered to meet your exact requirements. You bring a rescued dog into your heart and home because you want to share your life with a Boston that needs you.

Please be prepared to work with your rescued dog through the adjustment period that follows adoption. Most rescued dogs will have spent a minimum of two weeks in foster care, so that we can better assess their temperament and behaviours. The move to their new home will be at least the second move in a relatively short period of time and some stress and confusion is natural. Housebreaking mistakes may occur until the dog is used to the new routine. He may be cautious at first and it may take a little while for him to be interested in food or play. Many rescued dogs have been through a lot – abandoned, neglected, or even abused. In order for them to adjust to your home and family they need your time, love and patience.
If you can’t commit 100% to your new companion, then please don't adopt. It is extremely hard on a rescued dog if their new adoptive family rejects them after only a few days or weeks.

There is no perfect dog, just like there is no perfect human. A dog is a lifetime commitment and requires attention, love, patience, and training. It is your responsibility to ensure that you put enough effort and time into your dog to have the companion you want. There is no such thing as a pre-trained, non-barking, 100% housetrained, gentle and perfect dog that loves all people, children, and other pets. Each dog is an individual and comes with its own unique traits and behaviours. If you are willing to spend some time and effort into training and socializing your dog, then you will have the pet you want. 

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