The Little Warrior Called 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.

This breed is tightly wrapped in a body- hugging coat that is short, course and shiny. The coat usually comes out in full white color, white with colored markings, or purely colored. The only acceptable colors for this breed are white, black, fawn, red, brindle and tricolor (blue and liver are frowned upon).

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.

It was in 1970s when a weight limit was set in order to group the Standard Bull Terrier and the Miniature Bull Terrier. The miniatures was agreed to stand not more than 14 inches but not smaller than 10 inches. The weight is also agreed to scale 25 to 35 kilograms only.

The Miniature Bull Terrier, like its standard counterpart is also fearless and ferocious in defending the human masters. But like a natural terrier, this breed has the tendency to have bouts of stubbornness. This dog is too energetic to be handled by small children and so training for the dog and instruction for the kids are necessary to avoid knocking them over.

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.

If you have a small place, adopting a Miniature Bull Terrier would be a good idea because they are not as active as they are outdoors. What’s important is that the Mini Bull Terrier gets plenty of exercise outdoors in order for it to stay fit physically and mentally. This breed also requires minimal grooming since its short coat is kept neat through combing or brushing once a week only.

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