- Fact 2 - Description and Definition
of Miniature Bull Terriers: These are small short-bodied breeds
originally trained for dog fighting and to hunt vermin living underground such as
mice and rats. It originally was also used in bull baiting like
its ancestors the
Bulldogs.
- Pitbulls
have been cross bred from Bulldogs and a variety of different
types of terriers
- Temperament: Lively, feisty,
inquisitive, loyal and energetic but can require firm handling
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Breeds of
Terriers
- Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Miniature Bull Terriers range
from 25 - 35 pounds
- Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from
10 - 14 inches, up to the shoulder
- Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Miniature Bull Terriers
and Nicknames: Coverwood Terrier
- Origin of the name 'Terrier': This
originates from the Latin word 'terra', meaning earth and the
French name 'chien terrier' literally meaning 'dog of the earth'
- Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Miniature Bull Terriers: The coat is normally
short, flat, and glossy and comes in a shade of white with a range of
other colors
- Fact 7 - Life of Miniature Bull Terriers: the life
expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 14 years
- Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds
are separated into different dog types which are referred to as
Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Miniature Bull Terriers is the
Terrier dog breed
- Fact 9 - After the first year of
life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16
human years!
- Fact 10 - Choosing Miniature Bull Terriers as pets!
The following considerations should be taken into account when
choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
- How much it will cost to feed and
train the dog?
- How much time will it take to groom
the dog?
- How much time will it take to
exercise the dog on a daily basis?
- Are Miniature Bull Terriers suitable for
children?
- How much will it cost for vet
bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
- Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is
susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Miniature Bull Terriers are
prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
- - Lens Luxation ( The eye lens
luxates, or pops out of place)
- - Deafness
- Fact 12 - Miniature Bull Terriers
were crossed with old
English
Bulldogs and English White Terrier, which is now extinct,
and possibly mixed
Dalmatians
- Fact 13 - Breeding Miniature Bull Terriers for
appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
- Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85%
of dogs visit a vet in a year
- Fact 15 - The average cost of
owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated
as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs
to raise Miniature Bull Terriers
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