The gladiator of the canine race, the Bull Terrier is renowned for his great strength, agility and courage. He originated in England, where he was selectively bred for his prowess in the dogfight pits. Powerfully built, muscular, symmetrical and active, with a keen determined and intelligent expression, the Bull Terrier is indeed an impressive sight. He is still able to give a good account of himself and, as you would expect, makes a magnificent guard dog. However he is still inherently aggressive towards other dogs and therefore is usually best suited to being the only dog in the household.

He is never the less an exceedingly friendly dog, with a sweet disposition and thrives on affection. With people, he is the kindest of dogs and is famous for his soft, benevolent attitude towards children, with whom he never seems to become snappy or bad-tempered, irrespective of how rough and boisterous their games.

Being such a powerful dog, the Bull Terrier requires firm training and discipline. He also needs a good deal of exercise. Having a strong constitution, he can take the rough with the smooth in life. He is very resilient, for example, standing extremes of heat very well.

Although often referred to as The White Cavalier, the Bull Terrier can in fact be either white or coloured, with the preferred colour being brindle.

He stands 43 to 53 cm at the shoulder, and could weigh anything from 16 to 36 kg.

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