Bull Terrier (Miniature) Breed Standard
Last updated: 05 Aug 2009
A breed standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament, and appearance of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function with soundness essential. Breeders and judges should at all times be mindful of features which could be detrimental in any way to the health, welfare or soundness of this breed.
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Kennel Club, London 1994
FCI Standard No 11b
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Group:
Group 2 (Terriers)
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History:
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General Appearance:
The Standard of the Bull Terrier (Miniature) is the same as that of the Bull Terrier with the exception of the following:
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Characteristics:
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Temperament:
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Head And Skull:
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Eyes:
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Ears:
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Mouth:
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Neck:
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Forequarters:
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Body:
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Hindquarters:
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Feet:
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Tail:
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Gait/Movement:
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Coat:
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Colour:
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Sizes:
Height: should not exceed 35.5 cms (14 ins).
There should be an impression of substance to size of dog. There is no weight limit. Dog should at all times be balanced.
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Faults:
Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect upon the health and welfare of the dog.
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Notes:
For owners
Members
Dogs Australia is a not-for-profit organisation advocating for the preservation of purebred dogs through ethical breeding.
It champions the highest standard of animal welfare through education and fostering dog-loving communities.
Internationally recognised and established in 1958 as the Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC),
the organisation promotes responsible dog ownership; maintains the ORCHID* heritable canine diseases database;
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Dogs Australia promotes breed conformation shows and community sports for dogs that fulfil a breed’s natural instincts.
