Question: what is the average lifespan of a boston terrier
Answer: Boston Terrier Boston Terrier with a black brindle coat Other names Boston Bull Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood American Gentlemen Origin The United States of America hide Traits Weight 15 -- 25 lb ( 7 -- 11 kg ) Male 8 - 25 lb Female 6 - 22 lb Height 9 -- 15 in ( 23 -- 38 cm ) Coat Short , smooth , & slick Color Brindle seal black with white Litter size 1 -- 6 puppies Life span 11 - 13 years hide Classification / standards FCI Group 9 , Section 11 Small Molossian Dogs # 140 standard AKC Non-sporting standard ANKC Group 7 ( Non-Sporting ) standard CKC Group 6 - Non-Sporting standard KC ( UK ) Utility standard NZKC Non-sporting standard UKC Companion Breeds standard Notes State dog of Massachusetts Domestic dog ( Canis lupus familiaris )