Find out all about Bull Terriers and their common health conditions, and then compare pet insurance options from some of Australia’s leading insurers.
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$1,500–$3,000
45cm - 56cm
22kg - 38kg
Playful, mischievous, affectionate
Short, smooth
High
Can be
11 - 14 years
The Bull Terrier is a highly distinctive dog developed in England during the 1800s, originally used as a fighting dog. However, they gained in popularity and were soon known as a fashionable gentlemen's pet, with their fighting tendencies largely bred out of them. They are known for their distinctive egg-shaped head and strong, muscular build. They also come in a miniature version, but the Miniature Bull Terrier is considered a distinct separate breed, as is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
These affectionate and loyal dogs have a short, sleek coat that requires minimal grooming. They are playful dogs which can often be comical and mischievous. They are highly intelligent but can be strong-willed, requiring early socialisation and consistent training if they are to make good family pets. They are great companions for active individuals or families who can provide them with the exercise and mental stimulation they need to stay happy and healthy.
Breed-specific issues:
Their strong prey drive may lead them to chase smaller animals, so constant supervision around other pets is necessary. They do not tend to get on with cats or other male dogs of the same breed. They can turn destructive and chew and dig if not given sufficient mental stimulation.
Most Australians can expect to pay between $20 and $60 a month for pet insurance. There are many factors that can influence the cost of pet insurance for your Bull Terrier, including the following:
This is the most basic type of pet insurance, covering costs for accidental injuries such as car accidents, poisoning, burns, fractures, snake and spider bites, but not illnesses and other conditions.
This type of insurance provides cover for accidental injuries as well as illnesses like cancer, gastrointestinal problems and eye, ear and skin conditions, but not routine care for your pet.
This offers the highest level of protection, covering accident and illness and potentially routine care such as vaccinations, dental care, worm and flea treatments and microchipping.
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