Boston Terrier Health Problems
Boston Terriers are a flat-faced breed prone to eye and breathing issues. As a small breed, Boston Terriers typically live 11 to 13 years.
Common conditions in Boston Terriers
Brachycephalic airway syndrome (BOAS)
$500 to $3,000 for corrective surgeryBreathing trouble in flat-faced breeds from narrow airways, causing snoring, snorting, and heat intolerance.
Cataracts
$2,700 to $5,000 for surgeryA clouding of the lens that blurs vision and can lead to blindness. Surgery can restore sight.
Cherry eye
$300 to $1,500 for surgeryA prolapsed tear gland that pops out as a red bulge in the corner of the eye. Fixed with surgery.
Luxating patella
$1,500 to $4,000 per knee if surgery is neededA kneecap that slips out of its groove, causing a skip in the step and, over time, arthritis.
Skin allergies
$200 to $1,000+ a year to manageItchy, inflamed skin from environmental or food allergies, often leading to repeated infections.
Several of these are inherited or chronic, and treatment can run into the thousands. Pet insurance only covers them if you enroll before the condition shows up, since pre-existing conditions are usually excluded.
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What health problems are Boston Terriers prone to?
Boston Terriers are a flat-faced breed prone to eye and breathing issues. The most common include brachycephalic airway syndrome (boas), cataracts, cherry eye, luxating patella.
How long do Boston Terriers live?
Boston Terriers typically live 11 to 13 years. Regular vet checkups, a healthy weight, dental care, and knowing your breed's risks all help them live longer.
Does pet insurance cover Boston Terrier health problems?
Most accident and illness plans help with inherited and chronic conditions, but only if you enroll before the condition appears. Pre-existing conditions are usually excluded, so insuring a Boston Terrier while young and healthy gives the best coverage.
This shows conditions a Boston Terrier is statistically more prone to, not a diagnosis or a certainty. Costs are educational estimates. Always talk to your vet about your individual dog.
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