Find out all about Bull Arabs and their common health conditions, and then compare pet insurance options from some of Australia’s leading insurers.
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$200–$800
61cm - 70cm
30kg - 46kg
Alert, strong, loyal
Short, smooth
Very high
No
10 - 12 years
The Bull Arab, or Australian Pig Dog, is a robust and versatile large breed of dog originating from Australia in the 1970s. They are a strong working dog bred to hunt feral pigs in rural areas of NSW and Queensland. They were bred by crossing English Bull Terrier, Greyhound, and either German or English Short Pointer genetics. Later breeders added Bloodhound and English Mastiff genes into the breed. They are still not officially recognised as a breed by the Australian National Kennel Council. The breed is currently considered unstable, meaning the results of breeding two such dogs can produce a litter with a variety of the parent characteristics.
They are a tall, muscular dog that has a square face and powerful jaw. Their short coat requires minimal grooming. Bull Arabs are known for their courage and versatility and are now being used as police dogs and guard dogs. They are intelligent but require very early socialisation and consistent training with an experienced owner of large dogs. They are not suitable as family pets.
The strong prey drive and hunting instincts of Bull Arabs may lead them to chase smaller animals, so close supervision is necessary around other pets and all children. They require very regular strenuous exercise and 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 Arab, 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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