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The Bull Terrier is the result of an attempt made by dog breeders at the end of the 18th century to produce a dog for the dog-fighting and bull-baiting pits that would combine the quick movements of the Terrier with the strength and fighting powers of the more ponderous Bulldog. It is a great-hearted animal and a first-rate companion and guard. Though slow to anger it can, if attacked, give more than it gets - a characteristic inherited from its ancestors in the fighting ring. There are two colours, white and white with brindle or red markings, known as coloureds.
1936 DOGS - First SERIES OF 48 No 4 ISSUED BY GALLAHER
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A generation or two ago the Bull-Terrier was frequently associated with rogues and vagabonds of the type of Bill Sikes. He was bred and trained as a vermin killer and fighting dog, combining the dash of the terrier and the fighting instinct of the Bulldog. His ears are well cropped as a protection against opponents in the pit. About fifty years ago there came into fashion the pure white strain with terrier character predominating and this game and handsome animal is now the recognised type.
1925 DOGS - No 41 in a series of 50, issued by Players
 Bull Terrier - vintage picture 1925 |
Players used the same description or a slight variation, in these cards as well 1929 DOGS HEADS - No 38 in a series of 50, issued by Players |
 Bull Terrier - vintage picture 1931 |
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A descendant of the fighting dogs of the "pit." Head almost egg-shaped, fairly long and deep, not too wide. Muzzle tapering but of great strength. Mouth level with strong, regular teeth. Ears small and thin, erect or semi-erect. Eyes sunken, almond-shaped and very dark. Nose black Neck fairly long and very powerful Shoulders strong and muscular. Chest broad and deep Body short and powerful with rounded ribs. Forelegs straight and strong. Hind legs muscular and well let down at hock. Feet round and compact. Tail short and tapering from root to tip. Coat short, harsh and sleek. Colour: pure white, brindle, red and combinations of black, red and other colours.
1937 DOGS - No 39 in a series of 50, issued by Wills
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