bull terrier

Muscular English breed

A bull terrier is a muscular, medium-sized dog breed with a distinctive egg-shaped head and small triangular eyes.

Originally bred in 19th-century England by crossing bulldogs with terriers, the breed was developed for dog fighting but is now kept as a companion.

Bull terriers are known for their stubborn, energetic temperament and strong attachment to their owners.

temperament

stubborn

Refusing to change course

willful · spirited · feisty · courageous · bold · independent · persistent · exuberant · boisterous · rambunctious

breed

Staffordshire

Midlands county in England

kennel · AKC · conformation · breeder · puppy · whelp · brindle · white · miniature · grooming

appearance

egg-shaped

Oval with tapered end

sturdy · robust · compact · powerful · brawny · solid · well-built · distinctive · Roman nose · erect ears

companion

pet

Domesticated household companion

playful · devoted · faithful · protective · bonding · loving · friendly · energetic · clownish · mischievous

history

England

Largest British country

nineteenth century · Birmingham · crossbreeding · Patton

Categories
Opposites
dog breed temperament

bull terrierBichon Frise

Curly-coated toy breed

Shih Tzu · Maltese · Pekingese · timid · cowardly

dog breed physicality

bull terrierChihuahua

Northern Mexican state and capital

Italian Greyhound · Whippet · Yorkshire Terrier · Maltese · Afghan Hound

Family

bull, bulls, bulldozer, terrier, bulldog, bulldoze

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G