Bull Terrier

Choosing a dog breed is something that takes a lot of consideration on your part and a lot of research. You have to consider your living conditions (i.e. apartment, suburbs or country), whether it will be the family dog (are their children and how old are they) and what role your dog will play in your life (family pet, guard dog, hunting dog or show dog). It is also vital to find reputable breeders when you are looking for a dog. If you are considering a bull terrier, you will need to find bull terrier breeders in your area. If there are no reputable breeders in your area, you need to do further research online and make a road trip to find one. Sadly, there are some breeders out there that ruin it for the good ones.

Here is what you need to know about the bull terrier before you go shopping for this dog breed. Bull terriers are very muscular dogs that can be fawn, black, red, pure white, brindle or tri-color in coat color and the head is flat on top (this is the most noticeable trait). While the bull terrier is not bred to be a guard dog, it will defend its owner under what it considers to be dire circumstances as they become very attached to their master. The bull terrier breeders you meet with and talk to should be able to tell you about a particular puppy’s temperament. Most bull terriers make a wonderful family pet since they are smart, loyal, loving, fun, affectionate, active, funny, polite and obedient. Since they do have the tendency to be fearless, they do require firm leadership and they need to understand that you are the boss.

Depending on the puppy you choose, reputable bull terrier breeders will be able to tell you about the health and traits of the puppy and/or what traits the may have from their parentage. Remember to ask a lot of questions about the health and temperament of the puppy’s parents so you know what to expect from your new puppy. Overall, the bull terrier is a healthy dog breed that will be with you for many years (with the proper care and love). Ask the bull terrier breeders you come into contact with about any congenital health issues or common ailments that can affect your puppy like zinc deficiency (can cause death), hip displacement or deafness (some are born deaf). As mentioned previously, asking a lot of questions will help you when you are choosing your puppy.