The Bull Terrier, also known as the English Bull Terrier, was developed in Great Britain to be a dog fighter and a companion dog. Today the breed is used only as a companion dog.
History: The bull terrier breed can be traced back to the middle of 1830s when combats between Bulldogs and bulls were at there height, lovers of this “sport” decided to create a dog that would attack even more agilely. In such a way, the now extinct breeds Old English Bulldog and Old English Terrier were crossed. In the early 1900s, the white bull terrier was crossed with the Staffordshire bull terrier, which resulted in the colored bull terrier. The colored bull terrier was recognized as a separate variety of the breed by the AKC in 1936.
Appearance: The Bull Terrier must be strongly built, muscular, symmetrical and active, with a keen determined and intelligent expression, full of fire but of sweet disposition and amenable to discipline. The front legs are moderately long, straight, and of good bone. The feet are round, compact, and cat-like. The head is long and strong with a deep muzzle, and the distinct forehead is flat from ear to ear. The ears should be small, thin and placed close together. They should be capable of being held stiffly erect, when they should point upwards. The unique triangular eyes are small, dark, and closely set. The Bull Terrier has a short, dense coat that comes in pure white, black, brindle, red, fawn and tri-color.
Size: Height: dogs - 21 - 22 inches; bitches 21 - 22 inches
Weight: 60 - 70 pounds; bitches 50 - 60 pounds
Temperament: Though this breed was once a fierce gladiator, he is much gentler now. Bull Terriers are generally friendly dogs. Their physical strength is matched by their intelligence, and both body and mind need to be kept active. This breed is not recommended for homes with small children, as the bull terrier does not take well to teasing. It is better for a family with older, more respectful children. The bull terrier should not be in a home with other small animals. It can be aggressive with other dogs, although a male and female or two female bull terriers may get along fine in the same household.
Health: Bull Terriers are generally healthy, but some are prone to deafness, heart disease, kidney disease, skin disorders, epilepsy.
Life expectancy: 11 - 14 years
Grooming: The Bull Terrier is easy to groom. An occasional combing and brushing will do. This breed is an average shedder, shedding twice a year. The loose hair is easily removed with a daily rubdown, which will also keep the coat looking shiny. Bathe only when necessary.
Puppy price:$250.00 – $1.500.00