Monday, April 26, 2010

Bull Terrier

The Bull Terrier or English Bull Terrier is a breed of dog in the terrier family. They are known for their large, egg-shaped head, small triangular eyes and their "jaunty gait." Their temperment has been described as fun-loving, active and clownish. Bull terriers have appeared as characters in many cartoons, books, movies, and advertisements, perhaps most famously as party loving Spuds MacKenzie in Budweiser beer commercials in the late 1980's, and more recently as the Target dog.

The Bull Terrier's most recognizable feature is its head, described as 'egg shaped' when viewed from the front, almost flat at the top, with a Roman muzzle sloping evenly down to the end of the nose with no stop. The unique triangle-shaped eyes are small, dark, and deep-set. The body is full and round, while the shoulders are robust and muscular and the tail is carried horizontally. Bull terriers are known to have more muscle than any other breed of dog pound for pound. It walks with a jaunty gait, and is popularly known as the 'gladiator of the canine race'.

There is no designated height or weight for the breed but the average is, Height: 51-61 cm (20-24 inches), Weight: 20-38 kg (44-85 pounds) The Bull Terrier and the Miniature Bull Terrier are the only recognized breeds that have triangle-shaped eyes.


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Bull Terrier Dog Club Directory

- AKC parent club for the Bull Terrier. Sponsors shows, educational events, health seminars. Rescue services, newsletters. Illustrated standard.

- General breed and rescue information, pictures, listing of shows and events and club contacts.
- Listings of events and shows with photos.
- Club for Bull Terrier enthusiasts contains photos, show results, breed information and contacts for the club, New Zealand.
- Southern California club. Event listings and photos.
- Pictures, show information, and a directory of breeders. [English and Russian].


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