Miniature Bull Terriers

Appearance:

Body: Well-rounded, sturdy, and muscular with a short back, well-sprung ribs, and broad chest.

Coat: Short, flat, harsh, and glossy.

Color: Black, brindle, red, fawn, tri-colored, or pure white.

Ears: Small, thin, closely set; usually erect and pointed.

Eyes: Small, very dark, triangular-shaped, oblique (outer corners higher then inner corners), sunken, close, high-set, and expressively keen and alert.

Feet: Round, compact, and cat-like with well arched toes.

Head: Long, strong and egg-shaped with a good amount of depth, flat forehead and black nose.

Legs: Forelegs are moderately long, straight, and well-boned, set into well-muscled shoulders. Hindquarters are very muscular with a well-developed second thigh. Hind legs are strong with well bent stifles, and short, upright pasterns.

Neck: Long, powerful, well-muscled, and arched; taper from head to shoulder.

Size:
Weight: 24 - 33 pounds
Height: 10 - 14 inches

Tail: Short, low-set, thick at the base tapering to the top, and curved.

Behavior

Recommended for experienced dog handlers
Not good with ill-behave children
Diggers and chewers if bored
Not good with other dogs of the same sex or with cats

The Miniature Bull Terrier is stubborn, courageous, steadily built, strong, and highly spirited; not the best choice for a novice dog handler or an owner who is unable to provide him with the attention, exercise, and play time he demands.

AKC Standard says, "He is a sturdy chap, muscular, active, and full of fire but withal good tempered and amenable to discipline."

Mini Bulls love being surrounded by a fun-loving family willing to include him in all their activities. Though generally even-tempered, some lines are prone to fits of anger and won't tolerate being teased or pushed around by an unruly child. He's good with strangers but can be aggressive with dogs of the same sexual gender, and with cats.

He is a quick learner and responsible; with early training and socialization, and if properly respected, the Miniature Bull Terrier can be an energetic, fun-loving and obedient companion.

Breed Type

AKC Group: Terrier Group

Originally used for dog fighting and ratting.

Care and Grooming

Exercise: Long fast daily walks, toy chasing games, and room to run.

Grooming: Brush one to two times weekly.

Health

Life Expectancy: 12 - 13 Years

Possible Problems:
Allergies - related to flea bites, ticks, and other parasites
Luxating Patella - dislocated knee
Zinc deficiency

Recommended Certificates: CERF - for the eyes
OFA - for the knees

Country of Origin

Great Britain - 1800s