Lizzie Borden’s Boston Bull Terriers

Since the publication of this 1916 photograph in the Fall River Herald, there has been much discussion about every detail shown in the picture, from furnishings to Lizzie’s dress, and the little dog she is holding. Boston Bull Terriers were admitted to the Kennel Club in 1893, and looked quite different from the familiar black and white version seen today. Some were even brindle-colored. Lizzie would have three in her lifetime, and the one she holds here is more reflective of the Victorian version of the breed. For more about this fascinating topic for the animal-loving W&W readers, visit this link http://www.victorianbostonbulldog.com/breed-history.html

3 Comments

Mimi Foxmorton

January 20, 2012 at 9:59 am Reply

I always think of Kathy Bates when I see this photo and how perfect she would be to play Lizzie. 🙂

Lorraine Gregoire

January 20, 2012 at 7:36 am Reply

This was a very informative & enjoyable article. I never new anything about the breed except that I always thought they were adorable. This is one of my favorite pictures of Lizzie. Does anyone know who took the photo?