Rocky Balboa

by Heather
(Oregon)

Rocky is ENERGETIC. When I got him I was not prepared for the amount of energy it would take to train and maintain a dog of his breed. I LOVE him now, and would never let him go, but I would definitely warn against getting a boston jack unless you are ready to be DEVOTED. He is 2 now and has finally stopped chewing all of my shoes, the furniture, and the carpet, but we still have problems occasionally with odds and ends that he can get to easily. mostly though, I think he grabs them just to get my attention, he rarely destroys anything that isn't his anymore. He is definitely a chewer though. I have yet to find a toy he can't destroy, usually within a few hours.

He loves to run wild around the house at top speed, and has a tendency to jump on people when they come in. I have also had problems with him becoming aggressive toward other dogs, almost always male. He never seems to be out to hurt them, just show them he is boss. he is, however extremely gentle and attentive with children. when he calms down, he is super affectionate and cuddly, and very very loyal. He always keeps an eye on me. He is a great running buddy, although I can't let him off leash if there is the slightest chance he might spot something to chase after. He always comes back, but not always when I call him.

Despite the myriad little problems i have experienced with his temperament, the love I have for him is infinitely greater, and I feel he was meant to find me. I wouldn't give him up for anything!!