The Scrappy Miniature Bull Terrier
If the Standard Bull Terrier appears to be a ferocious gladiator dog and a gentle companion, the Miniature Bull Terrier is exactly the same only smaller. The Standard Bull Terrier was originally used as a fighter dog in the notorious bull baiting past time of 1800s England but when this act was prohibited, breeders started to take care of this breed for companionship purposes only. Soon after, the Miniature Bull Terrier was born in the purpose of owning the same Bull Terrier appearance and characteristics but only in a more portable size.
Like the Standard Bull Terrier, the Mini Bull Terrier is distinct for having an egg-shaped head. The eyes are also closely set and triangular and the tail is rather carried horizontally than vertically. Its image manifests strength through its lean, compact and muscular body.
Its body is wrapped with a skin-tight short, course and glossy coat. Usually, this breed comes out in colors of either full white, white with markings of other colors, or fully colored. The coat colors may include white, black, red, fawn, brindle and tri-color while any shade of blue or liver is considered a disqualification.
According to records, when the first Bull Terrier came out, it actually looked more of a miniature Bull Terrier. But because breeders will need it for bull baiting, they crossed the breed with the Spanish Pointer and the result was the Standard Bull Terrier. During the early 1900s, Bull Terriers were bred to be of different sizes that some came out looking like a Chihuahua.
By the 1970′s, a weight limit for the breed was established to determine the standard from a miniature. For the miniature-sized Bull Terrier, the established height should be under 14 inches but not less than ten inches. The weight was agreed to range between 25- 35 kilograms.
Even though small, the Mini Bull Terrier is ferocious and courageous in defending its human companion. But because this breed is a terrier, it is natural for it to become stubborn sometimes. It also has the tendency to become overly active that small children get knocked over if not informed about the dog properly.
When it comes to fighting against other breeds, the Mini Bull Terrier doesn’t mind their sizes. It still fights with all its might especially if it is for protecting the family. However, on a normal day, the Mini Bull Terrier is playful, flowing with energy and loves to socialize with people.
This breed can survive well in a small apartment as long as it is given plenty of exercise everyday. It should be allowed to play outside in order to avoid behavioral problems from inflicting it. Once a week brushing or combing is all it needs in order to keep itself neat and clean.
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