Bull terrier
The Bull Terrier
or English Bull Terrier is a breed of dog in the terrier family. They are known
for the unique shape of their head and their small triangular eyes. His
temperament has been described as fun-loving as well as active and funny. They
have appeared as characters in comic strips, books, movies, and advertisements.
Although the name
may be confusing, the bull terrier is not directly related to the American pit
bull terrier. However, both races have the same ancestry. The standard of the
miniature Bull terrier is very similar to that of the Bull terrier, except for
the height of the cross, which should not exceed 35.5 cm. It should give the
impression of good substance for the size of the dog. There is no limit on
weight. The horse must be harmonious at all times.
According to the
Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI), the two varieties of bull terrier
make up a single breed, but are judged separately and must not cross.
They are trained
for exhibitions, see trainer. Like defense dogs. Accept very advanced training.
Orders such as sitting, lying down even when ordered to run, walk, run, bring
objects, drop an object or a still person, bite, look for people, go, etc.
History
The origins of
the Bull Terrier can undoubtedly be related to James Hinks, who, after several
years of experience introduced the breed in the 1850s. Hinks spent several
years crossing the now extinct English White Terrier with Bull and Terrier and
Dalmatian dogs. , in an attempt to create a dog that was not only capable of
fighting, but had a beautiful appearance. After a time and possibly by crossing
with the Perdiguero de Burgos (Spanish Pointer), a beautiful and imposing
fighter was obtained. The fighting spirit to the death of the Bull Terrier,
made him a champion of the fighting tracks, defeating even dogs larger in size.
James Hinks is
the "father" of the breed, born in 1829 in Ireland in the city of
Mullingar, in one of the poorest regions of the country, his father, a
shoemaker by the name of John Hinks, earned enough in those days to maintain
his family without starving, in 1851 they decided to move to the city of
Birmingham, in an industrial sector, where Hinks son began to work in the
forges, and this same year he married Elizabeth Moore and they had three
children. By 1854 Hinks began to trade with poultry, which gave him a better
status and as a hobby he had the breeding of ornamental birds, wild mice. With
his bulldog "Old Madman" he started breeding dogs. In 1858 a fourth
son was born, and in 1864 the family already had eight children in total. It
was not until the 1960s that Hinks was listed in the address book as a bird and
dog breeder. Unfortunately Hinks died at the young age of 47, affected by a
deadly tuberculosis.
Although very
little is known about the crossings that Hinks carried out to get the bull
terriers, it is documented by Henry Walsh, that perhaps Hinks used the old
English Bulldog, the English White Terrier, the Dalmatian and perhaps even the
English Greyhound and borzoi. Without a doubt it was his dog "Old
Madman", who being raised for the exhibitions and not for the fights played
a determining role in the birth of the new breed. As part of the breed's
folklore, it is said that the Hinks dog, named "Puss", after or
during an exhibition, fought a pit dog owned by Mr. Tupper and after half an
hour, Puss returned triumphantly with small marks on its muzzle.
Between 1855 and
1868 Hinks owned at least the following dogs: Bull Terrier "Spring"
(Jerry x Daisy), "Bulldog Nettle" (Grip x Nettle), Bull Terrier,
"Young Puss" (Old Madman x Old Puss) , the terrier, "Lady"
(Stormer x Daisy), bull terrier, "Kit" (unknown pedigree), Dalmatian,
"Spot" (Joss x Dinah) and an English greyhound named "Dart"
(Chap x Fly). Hinks even owned all the parents of these dogs and it should be
noted that not only Hinks contributed to the development of the bull terrier
breed, but all those people who bought their white puppies, and it was not
until after 1900 that they had a colored bull terrier.
Hinks' legacy is
known worldwide, and his sons James II and Frederick continued their father's
work including James II's son Carleton, who was a breeder of the breed until
his death in 1977. This being the way to honor the passionate work of his
grandfather and his love for the exhibition, the upbringing and for his dogs.
By 1860, the bull
and terrier was divided into two branches, the pure white bull terrier and the
color varieties that dogfights frequented (although it was not the purpose for
which they were created as it is a companion dog) until that they were finally
recognized as a legitimate dog breed.
Temperament
The breed
standard describes them as: “Balanced in character, you must learn to obey
orders. Although stubborn you must be gentle with people. With an expression of
determination and intelligence, full of courage but at the same time it must be
sweet ». They have also been described as extremely brave and combative, very
loyal, active and attached to their owners.
He has great
physical strength, so he must stay active. They need time to run and do
exercise. They are not suitable for beginners, as they require a long time to
be trained. They are dogs that like company, so it is not a good idea to leave
them alone for a long time, since with their powerful jaws along with the
stress and depression that they get to have in solitude they can lead them to
cause a lot of damage to the home. It is an excellent companion dog.
It is enormously
strong so it should not be left unattended with children.
The high
testosterone levels of male bull terriers are not necessarily a health problem,
but they can constitute a problem of coexistence, since they increase the
territoriality of these dogs. If you do not plan to breed, it is advisable to
castrate the males. Similarly, it is advisable to sterilize females that are
not going to reproduce.
Care
The hair is easy
to maintain, so frequent brushing can keep it in near-perfect condition. Adding
oil to your diet may also help.
They need to
exercise a lot, without over-exercising it at a young age, since this can cause
muscle problems and not reach maximum height. In addition, the breed is known
for being very gluttonous, so food and exercise should be dosed. They are
excellent guard dogs and have very well tuned ears.
Since exercise is
essential for this breed. Bull terriers need to do much more than other breeds
to burn off the enormous amount of energy they have. Although they are dogs
that learn new things easily, they are more difficult to train than other dog
breeds because they are as easily distracted as they learn.
As for the care
of these dogs there are several that we must take into account. First of all,
it is that these dogs with old age become delicate and it is common that
respiratory problems appear to them. For this we must attend to a diet for
those old dogs, depending on their conditions, and taking into account that
they move less and more slowly. Water is essential for all animals. We must
offer them plenty of water to keep them well nourished, since the Bull Terrier
is an active breed and is easily heated.
Another important
aspect is healthy and balanced exercise and hours of play a day in these dogs,
just as children play. Well, this way we avoid overweight or joint atrophy.
Regarding cleaning and bathing, these dogs shed their coat twice a year. So
simply looking good and brushing is enough. Although some baths are also
necessary, not in the same way and frequency as us, but with their
corresponding gels to avoid causing any damage or irritation. However, it is
more important to check their ears and ears more frequently. Well, you have to
be careful so that a mite infection or infestation does not occur. Also, even
if it seems silly, it is essential to maintain and care for your nails.
If we do not cut
them in time it can cause great damage, we must not go too far when cutting
them. Finally, when you have a dog, and more like that of this breed, it is
very useful to know a series of first aid. If burns occur, cold water should be
applied to the area or ice. If there is a car accident, the dog should be
removed from the road and the vet should be notified. If an insect sting
occurs, such as a bee sting, ice or an antihistamine should also be applied.
If it remains in
shock, the dog should be reassured, heated and call the vet. If bleeding
occurs, put cotton and press the affected area. If poisoning occurs from
consuming a toxic substance, it must be vomited with the help of hydrogen
peroxide. If you get heat stroke or heat stroke, you should take a cold water
and air bath, in addition to taking it to the vet. If, on the contrary,
hypothermia or frostbite occurs, it must be heated with a hot bath and electric
blankets.
Origin
Bull Terriers
were originally used as fighting dogs. The selection of the descendant of the
English bulldog and terriers was as strong as the first but at the same time
more agile and fast.
Although the Bull
Terrier was violent in origin, effective selection and other blood donations
made it a regular dog. Nowadays it is becoming more and more established as a
company race, although unfortunately there are always unscrupulous people who
intend to continue using it for the fight.
Temperament: Bull
Terriers are generally friendly dogs, rarely aggressive. They are strong and
smart and must be active.
Characteristics
Strong, muscular,
well-proportioned and active dog, his expression is lively, determined and
intelligent. It has a long and strong head. When viewed from the front, it is
ovoid and perfectly filled, without gaps or wrinkles. The upper part of the
skull is almost flat from one ear to the other. The profile slowly curves
downward, from the top of the skull to the nose, which is black and slopes
downward. The neck is very muscular, long, with a curved upper profile and
thinning from the shoulders to the head. It has no double chin.
The shoulders are
strong and muscular without being loaded. The shoulder blades are wide and well
tied to the chest wall. The back is short and strong. The top line is
horizontal behind the cross. She forms a slight curve over the kidney that is
broad and well muscled. The thighs are muscular and the legs well developed.
The teeth are
strong, well cut and perfectly implanted. These are perfectly articulated,
regular and complete in scissors. Its eyes are narrow, triangular, obliquely
arranged, black or brown so dark that they appear almost black. It has ears
that are small, thin and close to each other. The dog must be able to hold them
very stiff and they must then stand upright.
Its tail is
short, low implant, wide at the base tapering to a fine point. His hair is
short, flat, close, hard to the touch and very shiny. The dog can present in
winter, a soft textured undercoat. In white dogs, the coat should be pure
white. In colored dogs, color should predominate over white.
Health
Bull Terriers can
also experience obsessive-compulsive behaviors, such as chasing their tails
while spinning, self-mutilating, jumping, patting their thighs, eating their
feces, and licking their paws.
Care
A Bull Terrier's
coat is easy to maintain, so frequent brushing can keep it in near-perfect
condition.
Bull Terriers
need to exercise a lot, without over-exercising it at a young age, as this can
lead to muscle problems. In addition, the breed is known for being very
gluttonous, so food and exercise should be dosed.
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