Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bull Terrier

Compare the Bull Terrier to the Miniature Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bull Terriers and Miniature Bull Terriers.

Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bull Terrier
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
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General Details
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-14 Years
Height
18-21 Inches
10-13 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
25-33 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1862 AD
1872 AD
Temperament
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
65-80 °F
55-85 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
High to Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Luxating patella
Deafness
Lens luxation
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Entropion
Mitral valve disease
Allergies
Glaucoma
Deafness
Subaortic Stenosis
Lens luxation
Kidney issues
Blindness
Compulsive tail-chasing
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Bull Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black Brindle, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Fawn
Fawn and White
Red
White
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