• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Bull Terriers: This is the largest and most ferocious breed of terriers, originally trained for dog fighting and distinguished by its egg-shaped head and deep-set, triangle-shaped eyes.
  • Bull terriers were used in the blood sport of rat baiting. In rat baiting as many as 100 rats were put into a ring, or a rat pit, and wagers were made on whose dog could kill the most rats within a minute - for more info click Pitbulls
  • Pitbulls have been cross bred from Bulldogs and a variety of different  types of terriers
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  • Temperament: Lively, feisty, inquisitive, loyal and energetic but can require firm handling
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Bull Terriers range from 45 - 65 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 21 - 22 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Bull Terriers and Nicknames: White Cavalier
  • 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 Bull Terriers: The coat is normally short and flat and comes in a range of colors including white, brindle, black, red, fawn and tri-colored.
• Fact 7 - Life of Bull Terriers: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 10 - 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 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 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 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. Bull Terriers are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Patellar Luxation - the kneecap luxates, or pops out of place
  • - Heart problems
  • - Hereditary zinc deficiency
• Fact 12 - Bull Terriers were registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1885
• Fact 13 - Breeding 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 Bull Terriers

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