Bull Terrier breed information and pictures
The Bull Terrier is part of the Terrier (Mastiff) group. The Bull Terrier is a dog with Average problem solving abilities. The trainability of the Bull Terrier is Average. It was breed to be good for Family Pet, Protection, Watch Dog The Bull Terrier lifestyle is Total people dogs, prefer to be wherever their family is
Prone to zinc deficiency, which can cause death, some are born deaf, obsessive compulsive behaviors, such as tail chasing. Some bloodlines are prone to slipped patella (dislocation of the kneecaps). Some male Bull Terriers have an overabundance of testosterone, this can be subdued with neutering. It is important that when contacting a Bull Terrier breeder that you express health concern issues and ask the breeder what they are doing in order to help mimimize them.
Please don't purchase your Bull Terrier from a petstore which commonly are known to support Bull Terrier puppy mills. Doing so only promotes inproper breeding ethics and promotes current Bull Terrier health issues. The AKC, UKC, FCI, CKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC registries recognize the Bull Terrier breed standard.
Prone to zinc deficiency, which can cause death, some are born deaf, obsessive compulsive behaviors, such as tail chasing. Some bloodlines are prone to slipped patella (dislocation of the kneecaps). Some male Bull Terriers have an overabundance of testosterone, this can be subdued with neutering. It is important that when contacting a Bull Terrier breeder that you express health concern issues and ask the breeder what they are doing in order to help mimimize them.
Please don't purchase your Bull Terrier from a petstore which commonly are known to support Bull Terrier puppy mills. Doing so only promotes inproper breeding ethics and promotes current Bull Terrier health issues. The AKC, UKC, FCI, CKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC registries recognize the Bull Terrier breed standard.
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Bull Terrier
Group: Terrier (Mastiff)
Size: Shoulder height: 19-20 inches (48-51 cm). Weight: 50-70 pounds (21.0-30.5 kg).
Weight: 40-50 pounds
| Country of Origin: England. |
| Character: Bull Terriers think for themselves, are very lively, they have a clownish personality coupled with a debonair demeanour. |
| Temperment: This breed gets along well with children. Provided proper social training has taken place, it gets along fine with cats or other household pets. Depending in its individual nature and upbringing, it may try to dominate other dogs. If you already own a dog, it may be unwise to purchase a Bull Terrier as a second dog. The Bull Terrier thrives on affection and makes a fine family pet for almost any size home. |
| Coat: Is short-haired, flat, has a slight gloss and to the touch is even and harsh. |
| Care: Periodically use a rubber brush to remove dead hairs. The ears need to be cleaned on a regular basis. Provide a soft place for it to lie down. |
| Colour: Orginally white or white with coloured markings, however now the preference being brindle with white markings. |
| Comments: Todays dog, although still strong and agile, is peaceful and tractable. Superb athletes, always eager for a romp. Needs a firm hand. Wonderful people dogs and long-suffering with children. |
| Purposes: Family Pet, Protection, Watch Dog |
The Bull Terrier is part of the Terrier (Mastiff) group. It was breed to be good for Family Pet, Protection, Watch Dog The Bull Terrier lifestyle is Total people dogs, prefer to be wherever their family is