Bull Terrier Puppies Blog

If you have a large yard and at least half an hour per day that you can provide to a furry friend, then Bullterrier is probably one of the best breeds for you. These dogs are very lively, active and energetic, so they require much exercise to keep them happy and healthy – a long walk at least once a day is a must, but twice is the best.

Bullterriers have a coarse and short coat that requires not too much care, but during their seasonal shedding (two times a year) weekly brushing is advised. Regular check and care of the ears is also very much advised, since the ears tend to cause health problems. Otherwise, this breed is a healthy one; you must only pay attention to protect them from cold weather.

Training of this breed is not that easy, a heavy-handed yet calm, consistent and dominant trainer is needed to teach the dog. Early socialization is a must, as Bullterriers tend to be unfriendly towards other pets, dogs or children. Constant supervision is required when the dog is with smaller children.

All in all, Bullterriers will make excellent watchdogs or guard dogs if trained properly and they are kept happy in a house with at least a medium-sized yard to play.

I hope this introduction about Bullterriers will help you decide whether this breed is the right one for you.

Is it the Bull Terrier from Staffordshire? Well, almost. But this is a separate breed though. It is related to three breeds: the Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire and the American Pit Bull Terrier.
It is very strong, muscular, but also agile breed, not surprisingly, as it was first bred to participate in dog fights. But in spite of all this, this is one of the only two breeds which are considered to go very well with children, by the UK Kennel.

When people gather around and talk about which is the toughest or most ferocious dog, the Bull Terrier always is among the list. Being a sturdy and beefed up canine plus stories and rumors about them, it’s no wonder that they are always mentioned when these topics pop up. However Bull Terrier owners have a lot more to say when it comes to the intelligence of their dogs.

Bull Terriers are a very intelligent breed however people think they aren’t due to their stubbornness. Being stubborn doesn’t mean they can’t learn anything, in fact it is an indication that they can be picky when they choose to follow instructions or not depending on what it may perceive as “not the right time“.  This is just one of the quirks owners have to understand and appreciate from their Bull Terrier. These quirks are not however a sign that they love their owners any less. One effective method of winning their attention is to engage in play training since they immensely enjoy playing. This way owners can find a way in which their dogs follow them and enjoy themselves at the same time.

Common causes of ear yeast infection and bacterial infection on paws is due to allergies or pests such as ear mites. Bull Terriers have erect ears, so it may be less susceptible to infection if properly groomed, but not immune to it.

Yeast infections or Malassezia Otitis is an adverse reaction to food. If the breed is not fed the right balance of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, then it will have glandular effects on the dog. An example is the increase of ear wax secretion as well as other fluids. This would emit a bad odor from the ear.  Paws can also suffer from Malassezia or fungal / bacterial infections. This causes their skin to dry, crack and itch. Sores can also be a result of this.

Infected ears are treated with ear cleaning solutions followed by chlorhexidine and antibiotics and affected paws cleaned in anti-fungal solutions. However, with the proper nutritional intake by the dog, it would have less or no chance of getting infections.

Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!

Bull Terriers are one of the most unique dogs around. Not only because of their temperament (though that is one of the best as well), but because of the appearance.

If dogs were human races, then the bull terrier would be the Greek or Roman race. Their forehead goes right down to their nose without a break just like that of a high class Greek profile! In addition, they have triangular eyes that lend them an air of distinction.

Bull Terriers are often thought ugly, but discerning dog owners know that their ugliness is a form of beauty, rarely found in dogs. They belong in a different class altogether and are excellent family dogs who are very good with children too. They make excellent playmates and don’t mind a bit of roughing up!

Popularly known as the gladiator of the canine race, these dogs combine strength with gentleness and intelligence. They are not very easy to train though as they seem to have an independent and stubborn streak that cannot be concealed. But for those willing to put in the effort, it’s well worth the time. A unique specimen of a dog indeed!

The Bull Terrier’s most recognizable feature is its head. It is described as ‘egg shaped’ when viewed from the front. It is almost flat at the top, with a Roman muzzle sloping evenly down to the end of the nose with no stop. This a unique feature, that no other dog breed can boast with. A Bull Terrier’s head should be long, strong and deep right to the end of the muzzle, but not coarse. Full face it should be oval in outline and be filled completely. By this, I mean it should be devoid of hollows or indentations, i.e., egg shaped. In profile it should curve gently downwards from the top of the skull to the tip of the nose. The forehead should be flat across from ear to ear. The distance from the tip of the nose to the eyes should be perceptibly greater than that from the eyes to the top of the skull. The underjaw should be deep and well defined.

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!