how can I make our boston terrier more friendly towards strangers?

Also, I agree with the other posts. Have the strangers feed your dog some treats, so he won't be hesitant about strange hands.

You have to consider things from your dog's perspective.

When your dog is in his home, where he is safe and surrounded by his family, if someone new comes, he has the choice and ability to go to another room, or at least move to a distance that he's comfortable at to get used to the strangers on his terms. You also probably don't give off a very concerned attitude in your own home around him.

However, when you take him for walks, he is stuck on a leash, which gives him no room to run away if he feels threatened, which means he resorts to showing his teeth and such if he feels nervous. Also, you may be unconsciously nervous and tightening the leash when you see other people approaching because you anticipate his reaction, which signals to him that you're worried about these approaching people and he should be worring and distrustful, too.

The best thing you can do is park yourself down on a bench somewhere where many people pass and simply ask them to come say hi to your dog, explaining you want to get him used to being in public. Most people won't hesitate to pet a dog, especially a smaller, smooth-haired one like a Boston.

The thing to keep in mind during this exercise is to keep yourself as calm and neutral as you can, and push your feelings of worry and apprehension away; if you don't, your dog won't relax.

Keep aware and as soon as you see other people approaching your area, feed your dog some super-yummy treats that you reserve for times like these. Don't feed your dog treats if he's already spotted the people and is acting up. Keep your dog's attention focused on you and remain calm but happy to see these other people. Dogs are very big on emotions and vibes and he will eventually see that strangers are nothing to be worried about, because the approach of a stranger means yummy things and happiness.

Just be sure to not grip your dog or act protective of him if he displays his usual hesitance. Ignore the undesirable and praise the good.

I wish the best to you and your dog!

Just watch the timing of these treats. You don't want the dog to think he is getting rewarded for this behavior. (Oh, and when you're walking and meet a stranger, are you in front of your dog or is he in front of you? makes a difference sometimes.

my boston terrier doesn't like certain men it is kind of weird. she will growl at them and snap, but its not everyone just certain people. she is dog aggressive though, it can be a real problem, but she is getting better.

Start by having a stranger approach your dog and have them throw your dog cookies. Your dog needs to learn that strangers equals a good experience and for most dogs, treats are a great experience..