Bull Terrier Puppy And Dog Information

The Bull Terrier is an intelligent, muscular dog thatplaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely)
makes a good family pet. They can be housed inand periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease
an apartment as long as they get frequent walks,can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and
but a properly fenced in enclosure for exercise isother serious disease. Her toenails may need to
preferable. They should always be kept on a leadbe examined for growth and clipped regularly. The
when walking because they may have serioustoenails of the rear feet grow slower than the
issues with other dogs and animals. They need antoenails of the front feet. Generally a guillotine
experienced handler and firm training. *Good Withtype trimmer is the best for this chore and
Children? Not great. She needs to be properlycompetent instructions to accomplish this can be
socialized. Please remember never to leave anyfound on the net. *Life Span. The Bull Terrier can
young child unsupervised with a puppy or dog.live between 10 and 14 years with proper
*Good With Other Pets? May be very aggressivenutrition, medical care and excellent living
with other dogs and pets. *Approximate Adultconditions. *History. Bull Terriers come from Great
Size. The approximate adult size (two years oldBritain where they were formed by crossing
or older) of the male and female bull terrier is 20terriers (especially the extinct White English
to 24 inches to the withers (highest point of theTerrier) and the old English Bulldog. They are fast
shoulder) and 45 to 80 pounds. The miniatureand fearless. They were first registered by the
version runs from 10 to 14 inches to the withersAmerican Kennel Association in 1885.
and 24 to 33 pounds. *Special HealthSome Registries: *Bull Terrier Club of America
Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain*UKC United Kennel Club *NKC National Kennel
inherited health problems associated with thatClub *CKC Continental Kennel Club *APRI
specific breed and the Bull Terrier is no exception.Americas Pet Registry Inc. *AKC American
Be on the look out for zinc deficiency, obsessiveKennel Club *FCI Federation Cynologique
behavior, slipped patella, weight gain, skin problemsInternationale *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
and flea allergies. This disease list is an informative*KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain *ANKC =
guideline only. Other diseases may also beAustralian National Kennel Club *ACR = American
significant threats, please contact yourCanine Registry
veterinarian for a complete list. She should visitLitter Size: 4 to 8 Bull Terrier puppies
the veterinarian several times in the first year forCategory: Terrier.
shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult,Terms To Describe: muscular, active, keen,
she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shotsintelligent, sweet, fearless, muscular, agile,
and check up. As she gets older, six years and*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS Very good watch dog.
on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a yearScary looks a deterrent to thieves. Sense of
for check ups and shots. Remember; avoidhumor. Keeps herself clean. Sweet disposition.
feeding your dog sweets. *Grooming. The Bull*SPECIAL BAD POINTS Very good guard dog.
Terrier has a short, harsh to touch, flat coat withShould be controlled by leash when in public.
a gloss. She is an average shedder and should beExperienced handler preferred. Should be owned
brushed once or twice a week. Brushing will helpby an experienced handler.
her maintain a clean and healthy coat, avoid mats*Other Names Known By: English Bull Terrier
and help you keep a closer eye on her health and*Every dog is an individual so not everything in
strengthen your emotional bond with her. Herthis information may be correct for your dog.
teeth should be brushed at least twice a weekThis information is meant as a good faith guideline
with toothpaste and toothbrush designed foronly.
dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of