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bull terrier

The Columbia Encyclopedia, 6th ed. | 2011 | Copyright

bull terrier breed of large, muscular terrier originating in England around 1835. It stands from 19 to 22 in. (48.3–55.9 cm) high at the shoulder and weighs from 30 to 36 lb (13.6–16.3 kg). Its short, flat-lying, harsh coat is glossy white or, in the colored variety, most popularly brindle with white markings. Developed for dogfighting from a cross of bulldog and a now extinct English terrier, the bull terrier was renowned for its courage, strength, and intelligence. However, down through the years English breeders placed increasing emphasis on the breed's overall disposition and less on its aggressiveness. As a result, the bull terrier of today is a friendly, gentle dog that makes a responsible and devoted companion. See dog .

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bull terrier

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bull terrier Strongly built sporting dog, originating from England and once used for bear-baiting; it has a large oval head with small, erect ears. The broad-chested body is set on strong legs and the tail is short. The “coloured” variety can be any colour, but the “white” is pure white, often with darker head markings. Height (at shoulder): up to 56cm (22in).

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bull terrier

The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English | 2009 | Copyright

bull ter·ri·er • n. a short-haired dog of a breed that is a cross between a bulldog and a terrier.

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