The Bull Terrier, also known as the English Bull Terrier, is a strong, muscular dog of the Terrier Group of dogs. The Bull Terrier was developed in the mid 1800s by Englishman James Hinks for the purpose of vermin control and to satisfy those interested in blood sports.

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Actinic Keratosis, Aortic Stenosis (and Sub-Aortic Stenosis), Avulsion of the Tibial Tuberosity, Cherry Eye, Congenital Deafness, Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinomas, Demodectic Mange, Ectropion, Entropion, Epilepsy, Inguinal Hernia, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca, Kidney Disease, Lens Luxation, Mast Cell Tumours, Nasal Folliculitis & Furunculosis, Obsessive Compulsive Skin Injuries, Osteochondrosis, Pododermatitis, Zinc-Responsive Dermatosis

(* The fact that this breed may be susceptible to these conditions does not mean that all dogs of this breed will be affected by them. They are listed here purely as a guide.)

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Recommended Bull Terrier books:
* Pet Owners Guide to the Bull Terrier by: Peter Larkin
* Bull Terriers (A Complete Pet Owners Manual) by: Carolyn Alexander
* Bull Terrier (Dog Breed Book) by: Bethany Gibson
* A New Owners Guide to Bull Terriers by: Betty Desmond
* Bull Terriers (A Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic) by: Major Count V.C. Hollender

Website: Bull Terrier

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