Facts About The Bull Terrier - Did You Know??

Bulldog-terrier crosses, of various sizes and colors, became popular as sporting dogs in the early 1800s. Around 1860, in response to the growing interest in dog shows and the demand for pet and prize dogs, James Hinks - a Birmingham dog dealer - developed a more refined version of these crosses, distinguished by its all white coat. These dogs soon established themselves as a new breed - the Bull Terrier. In Hinks' day they were often referred to as White Cavaliers.

In developing the Bull Terrier early records indicate that Hinks employed existing Bulldog-terrier crosses, his own white Bulldog Madman and the now extinct White English Terrier. Also it is believed he added Dalmatian and possibly Greyhound to the mix.

In the early 1900's Bull Terriers were back crossed with brindle Staffordshires to produce a colored variety. So today they come in two varieties, the White and the Colored. The modern white Bull Terrier often sports a colored patch on its head.

Their coat is short and glossy and requires very little grooming.

The Bull Terrier loves games with a ball or other toys and all sorts of outdoor activities.

Bull Terriers do not bark unless there is a good reason. When a Bull Terrier is barking, pay attention.

Source: AKC ORG