Boston Terrier puppies and dogs in Whittier, California

Boston started off shy and timid in the shelter, but is thriving in her foster home! She’s just under a year old and about 45lbs. She is showing her fosters that she’s friendly, playful, curious, smart, and loves a cuddle. She is currently in a home with another dog and enjoying playing with her foster sis but also happy to hang in her crate for some down time. She is crate trained, housetrained and improving every day on her leash skills. To meet Boston, please fill out an adoption form on dogcoalitionla.org/adopt and follow @dogcoaltionla for updates!

You may have seen Carl looking for a home earlier this year. We thought we had found the perfect match for him with a family that was committed to following the rules that came with Carl and continue his training he learned while in board and train. We were explicitly clear with them that Carl is going to be an only dog and is not your dog park kind of a guy. They assured us they were fine with Carl being an only dog. Alas, Carl is back looking for a home after his adopters did not follow the rules and allowed Carl to make bad choices. And then they decided that Carl needed to meet other dogs – that did not go well – especially because Carl knew he could get away with bad choices. So here he is paying the price. We apologized to Carl and told him we would be sure to find him a family that will follow through with what he needs – a leader and someone able and willing to make him follow rules. Carl came to Boston Buddies after being dropped in the overnight box at the Devore Shelter. Thankfully that’s in the past, now Carl is safe, living the good life , and hoping to find his new family! Car is just 2 years old and weighs 20 lbs. Carl is a dreamboat of a dog and super cute with mesmerizing soulful eyes and an irrestible “no way you can’t fall in love’ mug – which can lead a lot of people to excuse his bad choices. That is not what Carl needs. Carl is most happy with a person who will hold him accountable and also engage him in the games and fun that feed his soul with joy. Carl will do best as an only pet in a home with a yard so he can run and play with abandon in his own space. Carl loves to play tug and is learning how to do agility and his trainer thinks he would do great in “bite work” which is a great skill that you can learn with him to increase your bond with your new boy – and you can also show it off to your friends – how many of them have a dog that can do bite work?! We do know that without a doubt he will absolutely steal your heart. Carl is pretty much the perfect package for anything you’re up to. Whether you’re out on a structured walk, enjoying a hike in the hills, looking for some sweet lap sits and snuggles, or needing a cuddle buddy on the couch, you can always count on Carl! Simply put, you won’t find a happier, healthier, more handsome guy than our charming Carl. If you’re ready to be swept off your feet by one of the most delightful dogs you’ll ever meet, fill out an ADOPTION application for CARL on our website Bostonbuddies.org Adoption fee $450 For a video showing off all the skills Carl has click here (note that although the video shows Carl with another dog that is the trainers personal dog who is well balanced and the introduction was done by professionals – we are only looking for an only pet home for Carl) - https://www.magisto.com/video/P14bIEEHADMuUQNiCzE?l=vsm... For even more Carl click here - https://www.facebook.com/reel/897654478949163 November 3, 2024, 11:15 pm

Dusty was tearful relinquished to Boston Buddies due to his owner battling mental health issues.  Even though he has experienced some instability in his life, this 10-year-old, 16-pound, Boston Terrier is very calm, confident, and well adjusted.  Dusty integrated with his foster brothers and sisters with no issues.  He is dog friendly, nonreactive to the cats he met at the vet and loves every human he has come into contact with.  Dusty has been fully vetted to include a dental and the removal of a fatty mass on his paw.  This guy is the complete package!  Great looks and an award-winning personality.  Dusty rides great in the car and is making wonderful strides on his leash walking. He uses the doggie door to take care of his business…. But he is a bit of a marker (only negative habit he has).  His foster parents are working on this bad habit & he is currently sporting a belly band in the house.  At night he loves to snuggle in bed right beside his foster Mom and canine foster siblings.  His foster parents can’t say enough good things about this guy.  If you need to leave to go to work or run errands, no worries, he is fine to be left alone.  That just allows him some “me time” to sunbathe in the yard or lounge on a dog bed in the living room.  He was an only dog but he now lives with multiple dogs so we feel he could easily adjust to any domestic situation.  Microchipped, neutered and up to date on vaccines Dusty is ready to find a place to enjoy his retirement years.  Are you looking for a dashing date for your upcoming holiday events?  Our Ginger American Gentleman would make the perfect escort!  If he sounds like your perfect match, head on over to our website: www.bostonbuddies.org and complete an application. Adoption Donation $250.00November 26, 2024, 3:39 pm

TAFFY—the sweetest little 12.5lb. treat you’re ever going to meet! Taffy is a total treasure, and her tale is that of pure rescue magic. Our sweet girl was sadly turned over to the Riverside Shelter due to seizures, was then adopted out only to be returned again two weeks later due to having a seizure although the adopters were made aware of her medical condition prior. A red flag urgent plea was posted by the shelter for a nonnegotiable end of day pick up for Taffy; as soon as she was on our radar our rescue road warriors were on their way to save her extra special soul…and she certainly is extra special! Taffy is thriving with her foster family and hasn’t had a seizure since starting her phenobarbital. A cuddling queen, food enthusiast , smooch specialist, aficionado in affection, and fetch fanatic (a super speedy one may we add!), Taffy is as good as it gets. Our little 12.5lb. lively lady is just 5 years old, is an absolute lover of life, and is as happy as can be as long as she is alongside her family. Taffy is an easygoing gal and would be happy with other fur siblings or as a solo star; she’d be over the moon to have her humans home more often than not and has become a superstar sweet shadow in her foster home. Taffy has been working extra hard on her manners and is eager to learn when delicious treats are offered! She walks well on her leash, is good in her crate (but extra great snuggling under the covers), knows “sit,” “wait,” and “go potty,” and is potty trained during the day (and is working extra hard at making it through the night). Taffy is fully vetted, happy, sweet, silly, and an extraordinary delight. Please note that Taffy will be on medication for her seizures for her lifetime. Her phenobarbital costs approximately $45 a month. Treat yourself, save a life, ADOPT TAFFY!! Fill out an Application here - https://www.bostonbuddies.org/adoption-application/ Adoption Fee: $375   View more photos on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BostonBuddiesInc January 6, 2025, 9:07 pm

We have been keeping a bit of a secret. We’ve been busy over the holiday season raising a litter of five adorable little boys! Manny, Morty, Maxwell, Mack and Merlin came into the world and rescue on November 2 when their Boston Terrier mom, Melony, was dropped at the shelter after having delivered three of them (we aren’t sure which three) but was unable to whelp the final two when they became stuck in the birth canal. Instead of rushing the mom in need to the vet for an emergency c-section, Melony’s owner (who was calling her Felony – ugh) left her and the three pups at the shelter and walked away. The shelter reached out to Boston Buddies and our awesome volunteers jumped into their car and rushed to the shelter to get the mom in need and her pups to our emergency vet where a c-section was performed and the final two boys were delivered. Our Director got the new little family out of the hospital that same day and brought them home. Melony was being a wonderful mom and everything was going swimmingly until her c-section incision started to open up (5 little boys nursing are hard on a momma!) and she eventually needed major abdominal surgery that prevented her from continuing to nurse her puppies. All of a sudden fostering a litter of pups became a major job of bottle feeding 5 hungry pups 5 times a day and helping mom recover from major surgery. The boys are now eating canned and kibble puppy food 3 times a day. They are not potty trained but do understand the concept of using the puppy pad in their room – although not all the time! They have each been dewormed three times and are microchipped. They will have had all three DHPP vaccines before they are adopted out and will be due for their first rabies vaccine at 16 weeks old. Boston Buddies will pay for the rabies vaccine and for neutering – the adoption contract will require the boys be neutered at 6 months old and the microchip will not be transferred and the adoption will be subject to reversal unless and until the puppy is neutered. We are waiting for the results of a DNA test to see what the boys are mixed with – but all five are adorable with coats ranging from a smooth black coat to soft brindle coats to a wiry and wavy coat. The boys are now 10 weeks old and all weigh around 6 pounds. We will start placing the boys into adoptive homes when they are 12 weeks old to insure that they are well socialized and ready to head out into the world. Melony will be ready for her new home when her boys are gone. Manny – Manny wears a purple collar and has a gorgeous brindle coat. He was the smallest of the boys but has caught up with them in terms of weight. He is a firecracker of a boy who is ready for any type of adventure. Left to his own devices he will get himself into trouble – and have a grand time doing it! Adoption Fee: $400 Morty – Morty wears a green collar and, like Manny, has a gorgeous brindle coat. We call them the twins as they look very similar to each other but their personalities are very different. Morty is a cuddle bug and will always seek out a lap. Morty loves to explore all the nooks and crannies and hidden spaces under the bed and furniture. Adoption Fee: $400 Merlin – Merlin wears a blue collar and has a stunning black coat with long model legs. His coat most resembles that of his Boston Terrier mom. Merlin loves to sit in your lap and is a cuddle bug – although he is also up for fun. He has the biggest deer-like eyes and long supermodel legs and will look at you with the most innocent face when he has been naughty – he knows you will end up laughing. Adoption Fee: $400 Maxwell – Maxwell wears a yellow collar and has a wiry and wavy coat that is just fantastic – he always looks like he has bed head! Everyone who meets him thinks he has schnauzer in him because of his coat. He is a lover and a momma’s boy and loves to be picked up. Maxwell is a real toy connoisseur. Adoption Fee: $400 Mack – Mack wears an orange collar and was the biggest of the puppies and has the shortest legs. He is a stocky boy who LOVES to eat and run and pee and poop. Watching him have the zoomies and run around on his short legs is hysterical. He has a perpetually worried look on his face and he will keep you laughing with his antics. Adoption Fee: $400 Melony – Melony is 5-6 years old and weighs 21 lbs. She was just 18 lbs when she came into rescue and bore the ring around her neck of having been tied up. She has been a great mom playing with her puppies but she is ready to move on with her life in a family that will include her in the fun and not tie her up outside. She can be a bit stubborn and want to do what she wants to do but she is also a girl who loves to snuggle under the covers at night and she LOVES to play ball. Melony gets along with dogs but does not care for cats at all! Melony gets super excited when she meets new people and will do the Boston thing of jumping up to give you a kiss on the face – watch out! She responds very well to a quick spritz of water from a water bottle when she is doing something wrong. Many times you don’t even need to spritz the water you just need to show her the water bottle. Melony is potty trained and knows how to use a doggy door to go outside and do her business. Melony can leap over a 4 foot high gate so extra tall fencing will be required. Melony is a super girl with a super cute floppy ear. Adoption Fee: $400   View more photos and videos on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BostonBuddiesInc January 27, 2025, 10:59 am

We have been keeping a bit of a secret. We’ve been busy over the holiday season raising a litter of five adorable little boys! Manny, Morty, Maxwell, Mack and Merlin came into the world and rescue on November 2 when their Boston Terrier mom, Melony, was dropped at the shelter after having delivered three of them (we aren’t sure which three) but was unable to whelp the final two when they became stuck in the birth canal. Instead of rushing the mom in need to the vet for an emergency c-section, Melony’s owner (who was calling her Felony – ugh) left her and the three pups at the shelter and walked away. The shelter reached out to Boston Buddies and our awesome volunteers jumped into their car and rushed to the shelter to get the mom in need and her pups to our emergency vet where a c-section was performed and the final two boys were delivered. Our Director got the new little family out of the hospital that same day and brought them home. Melony was being a wonderful mom and everything was going swimmingly until her c-section incision started to open up (5 little boys nursing are hard on a momma!) and she eventually needed major abdominal surgery that prevented her from continuing to nurse her puppies. All of a sudden fostering a litter of pups became a major job of bottle feeding 5 hungry pups 5 times a day and helping mom recover from major surgery. The boys are now eating canned and kibble puppy food 3 times a day. They are not potty trained but do understand the concept of using the puppy pad in their room – although not all the time! They have each been dewormed three times and are microchipped. They will have had all three DHPP vaccines before they are adopted out and will be due for their first rabies vaccine at 16 weeks old. Boston Buddies will pay for the rabies vaccine and for neutering – the adoption contract will require the boys be neutered at 6 months old and the microchip will not be transferred and the adoption will be subject to reversal unless and until the puppy is neutered. We are waiting for the results of a DNA test to see what the boys are mixed with – but all five are adorable with coats ranging from a smooth black coat to soft brindle coats to a wiry and wavy coat. The boys are now 10 weeks old and all weigh around 6 pounds. We will start placing the boys into adoptive homes when they are 12 weeks old to insure that they are well socialized and ready to head out into the world. Melony will be ready for her new home when her boys are gone. Manny – Manny wears a purple collar and has a gorgeous brindle coat. He was the smallest of the boys but has caught up with them in terms of weight. He is a firecracker of a boy who is ready for any type of adventure. Left to his own devices he will get himself into trouble – and have a grand time doing it! Adoption Fee: $400 Morty – Morty wears a green collar and, like Manny, has a gorgeous brindle coat. We call them the twins as they look very similar to each other but their personalities are very different. Morty is a cuddle bug and will always seek out a lap. Morty loves to explore all the nooks and crannies and hidden spaces under the bed and furniture. Adoption Fee: $400 Merlin – Merlin wears a blue collar and has a stunning black coat with long model legs. His coat most resembles that of his Boston Terrier mom. Merlin loves to sit in your lap and is a cuddle bug – although he is also up for fun. He has the biggest deer-like eyes and long supermodel legs and will look at you with the most innocent face when he has been naughty – he knows you will end up laughing. Adoption Fee: $400 Maxwell – Maxwell wears a yellow collar and has a wiry and wavy coat that is just fantastic – he always looks like he has bed head! Everyone who meets him thinks he has schnauzer in him because of his coat. He is a lover and a momma’s boy and loves to be picked up. Maxwell is a real toy connoisseur. Adoption Fee: $400 Mack – Mack wears an orange collar and was the biggest of the puppies and has the shortest legs. He is a stocky boy who LOVES to eat and run and pee and poop. Watching him have the zoomies and run around on his short legs is hysterical. He has a perpetually worried look on his face and he will keep you laughing with his antics. Adoption Fee: $400 Melony – Melony is 5-6 years old and weighs 21 lbs. She was just 18 lbs when she came into rescue and bore the ring around her neck of having been tied up. She has been a great mom playing with her puppies but she is ready to move on with her life in a family that will include her in the fun and not tie her up outside. She can be a bit stubborn and want to do what she wants to do but she is also a girl who loves to snuggle under the covers at night and she LOVES to play ball. Melony gets along with dogs but does not care for cats at all! Melony gets super excited when she meets new people and will do the Boston thing of jumping up to give you a kiss on the face – watch out! She responds very well to a quick spritz of water from a water bottle when she is doing something wrong. Many times you don’t even need to spritz the water you just need to show her the water bottle. Melony is potty trained and knows how to use a doggy door to go outside and do her business. Melony can leap over a 4 foot high gate so extra tall fencing will be required. Melony is a super girl with a super cute floppy ear. Adoption Fee: $400   View more photos and videos on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BostonBuddiesInc January 27, 2025, 10:59 am

Meet Bonnie! She has mastered the doggy door and enjoys going in and out all day long. Bonnie is completely 100% housebroken by use of the doggy door and loves to entertain herself by tossing her toys around, especially her very favorite hamburger toy! She’ll even happily bring it to anyone she trusts for a game of fetch! Bonnie is a total sweetheart who loves to be held in your arms. She was attention-starved before coming to rescue, but has blossomed since finding her foster home. At night, Bonnie snuggles in bed with her humans and loves being the center of attention. She’s truly enjoying her life as a house dog, and she prefers someone who will let her lay on the couch beside them. Bonnie is spayed and received her vaccinations (DHPP and Rabies) and she is microchipped. Bonnie has lived with multiple small dogs since rescued. Larger dogs can be intimidating for her. She was previously fostered in a home with three small dogs and a German Shepherd, and she was terrified of the larger dog and she avoided the big dog. Bonnie currently lives with two small male dogs (10 pounds and 4 pounds) and one female dog (20 pounds), and she enjoys their company. Bonnie can be selective about whom she trusts due to a fear of strangers. She would do best in a quiet, mature home. With time and patience, you’ll discover her affectionate side—once she feels safe, she’s all about love, snuggles, and playing with her toys! You will quickly know when Bonnie has decided you are trustworthy, because she will bring you her very special prized possession – her hamburger! Bonnie has been fostered with older, respectful kids who understood boundaries and she did wonderfully with them; however, Bonnie wasn’t treated very nicely in the past, so the rescue as a measure of setting her up for success, will be placing her in a home without small or young children. If you’re an open-minded person with love to give and willing to give Bonnie the time she needs to adjust, you absolutely won’t be disappointed! She may not run up to greet you with kisses right away, but with ample time (historically about 2-4 days), she will become a totally different dog, revealing the gem she truly is. Once she trusts you, she’ll happily let you hold her like a baby and shower you with love! We are looking for placement with a yard for Bonnie. She wouldn’t be happy in apartment style living. She absolutely loves going out into the backyard and goes outside during the day all on her own to play, (throw her favorite toy up in the air to herself), sunbathe etc. PLEASE NO CALLS OR TEXTS, AS WE ARE ALL VOLUNTEERS. If you’re interested, please complete an application at: saveabowwow.com/rescue/adoption-form. If a dog is listed, it is available for adoption. Once a dog is pending adoption, this page will be updated accordingly. We are an all-volunteer nonprofit organization and do not have anyone available to monitor the many phone calls we receive each day. We would be happy to review your application and, ideally, approve you to provide our rescued dog with a loving adoptive home if your situation is the right fit for this awesome dog. Thank you for your interest and for reading this listing in its entirety! Fine Print: -All of our French bulldogs must be walked with a harness (never on a neck collar). -The rescue requires adoptive family to obtain pet insurance for coverage of congenital and hereditary conditions. This is for any of the dogs in our rescue identified as a French Bulldog or a Frenchie Mix. Adoption will be finalized once the proof of pet insurance requirement is met. (There are some great policies ranging between $28-35per month) -We have an open door policy and are always here to discuss anything that may arise with your adoptive pet. After an adoption is conducted please do not hesitate to reach out. -This breed generally speaking cannot swim and will sink like bowling balls so we do not adopt out to any homes with unfenced pools. -If you’re seeking a running or hiking companion, this is not the breed for you. These are funny, quirky, special little dogs that enjoy being with their human but tend to be lazy couch potatoes with bouts of “zoomies”. -All breeds and ages are our veterinarians best educated guess (unless otherwise stated that our group has breeder paperwork)

Peanut is very obedient gets along with all sizes dogs. Has the sweetest disposition, is very playful, eats a little too well (could stand to lose a pound or two). Doesn’t guard food, goes to the bathroom outside and has about a 90% success rate using a potty pad indoors. Con: Doesn’t like to walk on a leash; needs more work with walks. PLEASE NO CALLS OR TEXTS AS WE ARE ALL VOLUNTEERS, COMPLETE AN APPLICATION IF INTERESTED: saveabowwow.com/rescue/adoption-form If listed, dog is available. Once dog is pending adoption, this page will reflect that information. Fine Print: -All of our French bulldogs must be walked with a harness (never on a neck collar). -The rescue requires adoptive family to obtain pet insurance for coverage of congenital and hereditary conditions. This is for any of the dogs in our rescue identified as a French Bulldog or a Frenchie Mix. Adoption will be finalized once the proof of pet insurance requirement is met. (There are some great policies ranging between $28-32 per month) -We have an open door policy and are always here to discuss anything that may arise with your adoptive pet. After an adoption is conducted please do not hesitate to reach out. -Please no texts or calls, apply if interested. -This breed generally speaking cannot swim and will sink like bowling balls so we do not adopt out to any homes with unfenced pools. Note: All breeds and ages are our veterinarians best educated guess (unless otherwise stated that our group has breeder paperwork)

PENDING AS OF 10/9/2024: Meet Basco! DOB 1/16/2024 This cutie is an INCREDIBLY SMART PUPPY! He already knows how to use the doggy door and gets along wonderfully with other dogs of all sizes and ages, cats, and kids. He’s mastered the “Sit” command and is neutered, microchipped with AKC, dewormed, and vaccinated. Basco is housetrained; he was doing great with potty pad training, but his foster mom has now taught him to go outside, so he no longer needs the pads. He enjoys eating wet canned food and kibble, and he loves being held and showered with affection. Basco plays happily with his foster siblings and the pets next door, and it doesn’t matter the age, size, or breed—he adapts his play style to match the energy of other dogs. He’s an all-around fantastic little dog who is very smart and easily trainable. Basco also does well on a leash! Don’t miss out on this wonderful companion! PLEASE NO CALLS OR TEXTS, AS WE ARE ALL VOLUNTEERS. If you’re interested, please complete an application at: saveabowwow.com/rescue/adoption-form. If a dog is listed, it is available for adoption. ****Once a dog is pending adoption, this page will be updated accordingly.**** We are an all-volunteer nonprofit organization and do not have anyone available to monitor the many phone calls we receive each day. We would be happy to review your application and, ideally, approve you to provide our rescued dog with a loving adoptive home if your situation is the right fit for this awesome dog. All breeds and ages are our veterinarians best educated guess (unless otherwise stated that our group has breeder paperwork) Thank you for your interest and for reading this listing in its entirety!