Miniature Bull Terrier

Size: Medium
Other Names: Bull Terrier (Miniature), Mini
Country of Origin: England
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): Terrier
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Terriers
United Kennel Club (UKC): Terrier
Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC): Terriers
The Kennel Club (KC): Terrier
Kennel Union of Southern Africa (KUSA): Terrier
National Kennel Club (NKC): Recognized
New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC): Terrier

Height:

10-14 inches

Weight:

20-35 pounds

Color(s):

White, white with another color, fully-colored

Coat:

Short, fine, close, glossy

Description:

The Miniature Bull Terrier was developed using selective breeding to miniaturize the Bull Terrier.

Temperament:

Miniature Bull Terriers are loving, energetic, and playful, and can be stubborn at times.  They love people, and make great dogs for people with limited space.  They often do not get along with other pets, and young children must be warned to treat them carefully.  They are courageous, and do not seem to realize their small size.  They will not back down, even when confronting an enormous dog.

Training:

Miniatures do require a lot of training, particularly when young.  They must be heavily socialized and trained to obey early in their lives.

Care & Grooming:

They also are very energetic and seem to be able to play endlessly as puppies.  However, as they grow older they become less energetic.  They must be carefully exercised and dieted to avoid obesity.  A Miniature Bull Terrier requires very little grooming.  A quick brushing once a day or a few times a week is sufficient to keep his fur in order.

Shedding:

Low.

Health:

Miniature Bull Terriers may inherit kidney disease, heart defects, and lens luxation.  Hearing tests and kidney screening are recommended in breeding stock.

Lifespan:

11–14 years

Litter Size:

3–5 puppies