- Name: MISSY
- Owner: missydminibull
- Breed: Miniature Bull Terrier
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- Spay/Neutured: No
- Age: 1 Years 10 Months
- Description:
Miniature Bull Terrier
Next Breed: Miniature Fox Terrier
Previous Breed: Miniature Australian Shepherd
The Miniature Bull Terrier is just what the name implies: a miniature version of the tenacious and beloved Bull Terrier. Comical and loving, this dog is a great family pet.
History
Around 1835 in Great Britain, dog fanciers wanted to develop the "Ultimate Fighting Dog." To accomplish this, the English Bulldog was crossed with the now extinct English terrier. This resulted in a dog referred to as the "bull and terrier" and was a strong compact little fighter. A miniature version was also developed around the same time to be a bit more manageable as a pet and became very popular, particularly with the upper classes. The Miniature Bull Terrier was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a member of the terrier group.
Appearance and Size
Miniature Bull Terriers have short, fine, and glossy coats that are very close to the skin, like the Standards. They are accepted in the ring to be white, white with another color, or fully colored. However, like the Standards, any blue or liver colored coats are undesirable. These dogs require very minimal grooming. In the early 1900s, the difference between the breeds was determined by the dog's weight. However, this led to Miniature Bull Terriers becoming so small and fine that they looked more like a Chihuahua than a Bull Terrier. So, in the 1970s, the weight limit was replaced with a height limit of under fourteen inches. They are usually no smaller than ten inches. According to the AKC, Miniature Bull Terriers weight must be proportionate to its height. The Miniature Bull Terriers have a very strong build. They have very muscular shoulders and a full body. Miniature Bull Terriers, like the Standards, have a head described as "egg-shaped." It is flat on top with a Roman muzzle. The eyes are triangular and closely set. The ears are carried erect and are not cropped or otherwise altered. The tail is carried horizontally rather than vertically. The adult Miniature Bull Terrier stands 10 to 14 inches at the shoulder and weighs 16 to 25 pounds.
Personality
Like the Standard Bull Terriers, Minis are loving and, like many terrier breeds, can be stubborn at times; but despite this they make great dogs for people with limited space. Bull Terriers are known to be stubborn and courageous. They don't seem to realize their size, however, because even if confronting an enormous dog they will not back down. However, with the right training, confrontations can be avoided. This characteristic does not change in the Miniatures. Some people think that Miniature Bull Terriers are practically a different dog, but one must realize that they are the same dogs, just smaller. They are very energetic and playful. They love people, but often don't get along with other pets. They are variable around other dogs, and young children must be warned to treat them carefully.
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