Bull Terrier - breed standard
- Group 3: terriers
- Section 3: bull terriers
- Country of origin: Great Britain
- Head: strong, massive, ovoid
- Married: black with a sloping end
- Eyes: black, dark brown, oblique, small set close together
- Neck: long, strongly muscled
- Torso: rounded with arched ribs
- Tail: set low, short, carried horizontally
- Limbs: parallel, strong, muscular,
- Robe: with a light undercoat
- Hair: short, uniform all over the body, hard with a slight sheen, white, red or brindle, fawn, multi-colored (undesirable chocolate and blue color)
- Height and weight of the standard variety: at the withers 48-56 cm, 23-30 kg
- Height and weight of the miniature variety: at the withers up to 35,5 cm, 11-15 kg
Character
The bull terrier is a very joyful, cheerful, enthusiastic pet. He is famous for his great temperament, courage and constant willingness to play. He likes physical activity, long walks, fetching, splashing in water, but he is not suitable for long-term, intense exercise (e.g. running with a bike). He is very faithful and strongly attached to the owner. He shows warm feelings towards all family members, but he will love only one person - the caregiver.
When dealing with children, the bull terrier is tolerant, caring and patient, although taking into account his muscular body structure, it is necessary to get him used to playing with children well in advance. He definitely does not like being alone at home, and if left unattended for a long time, he is prone to destructive behavior. He is bright, intelligent, learns quickly, but has a penchant for domination and can be stubborn. Training dogs of this breed requires consistency, patience and hierarchy. Learning should be short, intense and, above all, please your dog. Otherwise, it resists.
Suggested sizes and widths of accessories for this breed of dog:
Here are the suggested sizes for adult dogs of this breed. They were selected on the basis of many years of experience in sewing accessories and the most common choices of other dog owners of this breed. Remember, only measuring will give you 100% certainty - every dog is different.
Bull Terrier and his health
Bull Terriers are generally healthy dogs, though this breed is prone to:
- joint dysplasia
- deafness
- atopic dermatitis, skin allergies
- kidney and cardiovascular diseases,
They are also prone to dislocation of the kneecap and eye diseases. Bull terriers live on average 12-14 years. They generally withstand both low and high temperatures very well, although like all other pets, they look for cool, sun-exposed places on hot days.
Nutrition
Representatives of this breed are well-muscled and need high-energy meals. When feeding bull terriers, ready-made dry food works best. which provides all the necessary micro and macro elements, vitamins, minerals and other essential ingredients of a balanced diet. Food should provide your pet with the right amount of protein and lipids, which are an excellent source of energy, omega 6 and omega 3 fatty acids, which increase immunity and have a positive effect on the appearance of the skin and coat. Of course, you can also feed the bull terrier with self-prepared meals, supplemented with appropriate supplementation. However, bearing in mind the tendency of this breed to gain weight, you should dose meals, snacks, delicacies wisely and definitely avoid feeding with leftovers from dinner. We feed adult bull terriers twice a day, at fixed times, not exceeding the calculated dose. Throughout the day, we provide them with access to fresh, clean water. Keep in mind that dogs of this breed are prone to food allergies. In such cases, they require therapy in consultation with a veterinarian and the use of a special hypoallergenic diet.
Care
The short hair of the bull terrier is easy to care for, use a rubber brush to comb it. It is a good idea to wipe your dog's fur several times a week with a damp mitt or a chamois cloth. A gentle, hypoallergenic shampoo for sensitive skin is recommended for bathing. When washing, be careful not to wet your dog's particularly sensitive ears and eyes, so it's best to plug the ears with cotton wool. Bull terriers should have their ears and teeth checked regularly, and claws should be trimmed. Chews or beef bones work best to remove tartar.
Accessories
The guardian of the bull terrier should take care of a large, comfortable bed, ensuring a comfortable rest and a pleasant sleep for the pet. Use well for walks wide, durable harness on strong, traditional lanyard or a rope and a comfortable, preferably physiological, muzzle. Toys and training kits for a dog of this breed should be resilient, solid (made of certified materials), allowing the dog to jerk and chew safely.
Note for allergy sufferers
Bull Terriers lose their hair all year round, so they can be a strong allergy. For this reason, they will certainly not work well in a home where one of the household members suffers from an animal allergy.
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