in Awww 15 Amazing Facts About Boston Terriers You Probably Never Knew by Judy Powell March 19, 2024, 9:57 pm 32shares Facebook Twitter Email Pinterest 4 Originally, they were considerably larger and used as fighting dogs. After dog fighting became illegal, the breed shrunk in size. Credit Judy Powell 5 In 1889, about 30 fanciers got together and organized the American Bull Terrier Club. Credit Judy Powell 6 The little dogs were first created in Massachusetts, so it only makes sense for the state to honor them as their dog emblem. The breed has held the honor since 1979. Credit Judy Powell Page 2 of 5Previous 12345Next32shares Facebook Twitter Email Pinterest See more Previous article 14 Reasons Australian Shepherds Are Not The Friendly Dogs Everyone Says They Are Next article 20 Shetland Sheepdog Mixes That Will Steal Your Heart Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.