In Greensboro, we LOVE our pets and this Boston terrier loved being paraded around in wings by his owner. Clippety clop over the troll bridge in Lindley Park he came during the Summer Solstice 2012 Festival this past weekend. We were greeted by his intelligent gaze and could not help but notice how well he obeyed his owner.

The Boston terrier was the first American breed of dog recognized by the American Kennel Club– in 1893. The breed’s distinctive colors and markings are key features– both present in the dog above. Notice the beautiful blaze. The breed was originally developed for hunting rats in garmet factories. (Wonder if any of the local mills had them)?

If you like this breed of dog, locally, we have an organization called Boston Terrier Rescue of North Carolina. They currently have about 30 adoptable dogs, ranging in age from 2 (Maddie)-14  (Gretel). So, if you want to provide a new, loving home for a dog that has lost its owner due to unfortunate circumstances (including death), consider adopting a Boston terrier. Who knows… maybe by next June your Boston will be ready to don fairy wings and walk you around the solstice festival, too.