Shorty Bull vs Lurcher

Compare the Shorty Bull to the Lurcher. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Shorty Bulls and Lurchers.

Shorty Bull vs Lurcher
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
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General Details
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-15 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
22-28 Inches
Weight
15-45 Pounds
55-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Origin Country
United States
Ireland
Origin Year
2000 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
38 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-15 Years
Health Concerns
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Shorty Bull
Lurcher
Breed Colors
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