| Breed
Group:
Terrier |
| Weight:
male: 55-65, female: 45-55 lbs |
| Height:
21-22 inches |
| Color(s):
white
variety: white, with markings on head permissible; colored variety: any
color other than white, or any color with white markings; brindle prefer |
| Coat:
The
coat of the Bull Terrier should always be short, flat and harsh, even
being somewhat coarse to the touch. The hair should always be glossy
and should be close lying. This breed should have tight skin, never
wrinkly or saggy. Grooming this breed is fairly simple as the coat is
very short. However, the Bull Terrier should be protected from the cold. |
| Overview:
The
Bull Terrier is a cross between the Bulldog and the Old English Terrier
with a bit of Spanish Pointer in his bloodline. This breed originated
in 1830 to attack bull in this sport of combat. They were soon replaced
in 1850 with the White Cavalier and have since been used for many
different things. The Bull Terrier has been used as a guard dog, a
ratter, a herder, and a watchdog and does extremely well in all. |
| Character:
The
Bull Terrier is a lively breed but can also be lazy and quiet at times.
A very muscular and well-built breed, this dog has a very sweet
disposition and can be very affectionate. This dog requires an
experienced handler as they can become dominant without the right
training and socialization. The Bull Terrier is a very polite breed
that is naturally obedient, however does need extensive training and
requires a great deal of companionship. |
| Temperament:
Fiery,
energetic, and loving, this breed can also be protective of his owner
and his territory, giving off somewhat of a fearless presence. This
breed makes a good watch and/or guard dog. The Bull Terrier is very
hardy and sturdy and can tolerate quite a bit of child's play, however
should always be supervised, as Bull Terriers can be snippy if they are
overly pestered. With proper socialization and training, this breed can
do well with other dogs. |
| Care:
The
Bull Terrier does not require much grooming, and an occasional brushing
with a rubber brush should be sufficient. Hand plucking may be
necessary for dead hairs, but is usually cared for with a brush or
comb. This breed is an average shedder, shedding only around twice a
year. Removing loose hair should be simple when using a special rubber
glove designed for such a task. Ear cleaning is necessary to prevent
any difficulties in the future. |
| Training:
Being
somewhat willful and very independent, the Bull Terrier can be
difficult to train. Obedience training should be started at an early
age to avoid any issues in the future. Being that this breed is prone
to dominance issues, firm and dominant handling is a must to prevent
escalation into aggression. Bull Terriers are very eager to please
although they can be very stubborn and difficult to train in any aspect. |
| Activity:
The
Bull Terrier is a very lively breed. A ball of fire, this dog requires
quite a bit of exercise to stay healthy and active. At least a medium
sized yard would work best as this breed has almost infinite energy.
This breed requires long daily walks, twice a day is best, as they can
become destructive if not given the proper stimulation and exercise
requirements. |
