Bull Terrier

Bull Terrier: BREED BOX Country: England Size: 52-62lb(24-48kg), 22in (56cm) Temperament: Courageous, clownish, fearless, loyal Grooming: Little Recognition: AKC, CKC, UKC, NZKC, FCI

History - The Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Group. The Bull Terrier is a stout dog equipped with stamina and a stubborn streak.

The Bull Terrier originated in England. They were originally used to bait the bulls, a cruel and inhumane practice that once was legal. Bull baiting is when the bull is tied by several ropes and then harassed and annoyed until the bull is in a rage. The Bull Terrier would be brought to the enraged animal and set upon it, biting and barking and many times getting wounded in the process.  The Bull Terriers were also used to fight other dogs in the sport for the lower class worker.

In 1860 the first pure white Bull Terrier made its appearance and became the breed of choice for many a fine gentleman. In 1936 a few years after the Bull Terrier made its way to America, the AKC formally acknowledged this breed.

Appearance - The Bull Terrier posses a unquie feature in that its head is a downfaced and eggshaped. The Bull Terrier should look muscular, well balanced and active. Neck should be muscular, long and arched. Ears are thin and should be erect. The Bull Terrier comes in plain white, white with markings and brindle. Red, black brindle, fawn and tricolored dogs are also allowed.

Description - Bull Terriers have made their way through the mainstream of society and many of these fine dogs have entertained audiences everywhere. Theodore Roosevelt owned a Bull Terrier. The town of Juneau, Alaska had a bull terrier that would greet everyone that came to town. Budweiser adopted Spuds Mackenzie for their long-running Bud Light commercial.

The Bull Terrier is comical, intelligent, and very mischievous. The Bull Terrier does much better in a home where he is the solo pet, for he can be aggressive when other dogs invade his space.  He needs to be exercised daily, several times a day in order to stay focused and not become bored. Bored Bull Terriers will become chronic barkers and diggers and have other behavioral problems.  The Bull Terrier needs to be inside with his family to whom he is completely devoted to. His thin coat and sensitive skin cannot withstand harsh weather conditions.

Ideal Owners: The Bull Terrier requires an owner that can give it ample human companion. They make great family dogs as they are wonderful with children if handled with common sense.

Other Names: English Bull Terrier

Coat Color: White, Fawn, Red, Tricolor, Black-Brindle

Life Expectancy: 11-13 years

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