The Misconstrued Temperament of the Bull Terrier..
Whenever one sees a Bull Terrier, often one experiences a shiver of fright. Why? Is it the look of the Bull Terrier, or the negative publicity that it has gotten over a couple of decades? Probably the latter is true, since the Bull Terrier – for all its viscious look- is a friendly and outgoing dog. They can be clowns and love to play with humans as they like to be around people. This is a placid breed that usually won’t make the first move. They love to play with children, and often unaware of their sheer strength will cause unwanted injury to younger children. Supervision is thus necessary. But it has to be noted that injury in this case is not deliberate! Their intelligence is matched with their strength, and being a hardy and powerful breed it is often unaware of its own strength!But if it is in charge of a child, it will guard him or her with its life! That is guaranteed! Constant stimulation mentally and physically will keep this breed occupied and happy. The American Temperament Test Society, Inc. (ATTS), which is a not-for-profit organization that creates temperament testing for dog breeds, has given the Bull Terrier a pass rate of 91.5%. This is a very positive indicator of the Bull Terrier’s misconstrued temperament, since the average for all breeds is 81.5%! Thus next time you see a Bull Terrier, don’t let its formidable look or name scare you off. They are more beauties instead of beasts!
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Over the years we have had five bullies to date, and have dearly loved every one of them. They are wonderful companions, excellent with children, and they have all been gentle and loving. Even with the cats! With the current one the cats sleep between his paws!
Our next baby arrives in a week. Can’t wait!