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Gemma - MABTR Alumni
We lost our Boston Terrier, Rudy, when he was 10 years old. We were so sad and knew that we wanted to get another Boston Terrier right...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Mar 15, 20222 min read


Oliver - MABTR Alumni
Puppy mill survivor #179 To think our little Oliver was a mere 5.2 lbs on intake is unconscionable. He was small but mighty with a HUGE...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Mar 15, 20221 min read


Maggie - MABTR Alumni
This is Maggie. Adopted in 2021 at the age of 4. Still learning how to be a boston terrier after her life in a breeding farm. After...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Mar 15, 20221 min read


Violet - MABTR Alumni
Violet was born to “Sweet Pea” in January 2013 in a mixed litter of six. Sweet Pea was thought to be a “Bug” (Boston/Pug)and dad was a...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Mar 15, 20224 min read


Butch - MABTR Alumni
We had been fostering for MABTR for a couple of years. We had 3 resident dogs and felt the calling to open our hearts and home to these...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Feb 17, 20222 min read


Sadie's Second Chance with MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue
MABTR alumni Sadie arrived in foster care on Jan 8, 2022 as the result of her owner passing away. Sadie will turn 13 in May. From what...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Feb 17, 20221 min read


Mali's Second Chance with MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue
MABTR alumni, Mali arrived in foster care on Jan 8, 2022 as the result of her owner passing away. Mali will turn 12 in March. From what...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Feb 17, 20221 min read


Vanity's Second Chance with MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue
MABTR alumni, Vanity born 2/16/2017 and retired from a breeder on Dec 27, 2021. Vanity settled in nicely once she arrived in foster care....
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Feb 17, 20221 min read


Destiny's Second Chance with MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue
MABTR alumni, Destiny born 5/11/2016 and retired from a breeder on 11/18/2021. It was obvious that Destiny had multiple litters in her...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Feb 17, 20221 min read


Cleaning A Dog's Ears
There are four things to know when it comes to ears that you need to follow · clean ears using rubbing alcohol, NOT ear cleaner...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Feb 8, 20222 min read


What to do if a dog is Lost OR Found
If you find a stray please take the following action even if the dog's conditions are not good as you do not know how long the dog has...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Feb 8, 20221 min read


Low Thyroid Common for Bostons
Low thyroid is very common in bostons and many times is overlooked by both the owner and the vet. The most common signs of low thyroid in...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 30, 20222 min read


Dog Paws - red, stained, licking
Why does my dog excessively lick his paws? Something so common you've probably witnessed your dog doing it every day, and ignored it,...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 21, 20222 min read


What to know about Cushings disease in dogs
What is Cushings Cushings is caused by a pituitary tumor (non-cancerous) that triggers excessive levels of cortisol. A normal amount of...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 20, 20223 min read


Is my dog overweight or underweight
It starts with the owner identifying if their dog has gained or loss weight over time. Keeping track of your dog's weight is important. ...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 20, 20224 min read


What causes my dog to snort and snore
Multiple reasons exist however the most common is the narrow and short muzzle. The construction of their nasal passages also largely...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 20, 20222 min read


What I need to know about dogs who have seizures
Watching your pet have a seizure is a terrifying thing to witness. One minute your dog seems perfectly normal, then next he’s on his...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 20, 20224 min read


What I need to know about dogs with luxating patellas
When a dog is diagnosed to have a luxating patella, we automatically assume surgery is needed. Note that less than 50% of luxating...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 20, 20223 min read


Bad Breath! from the teeth, stomach or poop eating?
First, make sure that the teeth are looked at by a vet as there could be tarter build up, a rotten tooth, exposed roots that would...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 20, 20223 min read


My dog vomits daily especially after meals. Is it an Elongated Palate or Megaesophagus
A couple of things to consider when it comes to the Boston breed Elongated Palate - is the collapse of the flap of mucousal tissue which...
Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
Jan 19, 20222 min read
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