Bull Lurcher Dog Breed

The Bull Lurcher was produced to have be an unstoppable hunting dog. This particular mix has great endurance and strength like few other dogs. Bull Lurchers may not be as fast as other Lurchers but are nevertheless absolutely determined to get their game. These are not dogs for first-timers. Homes with babies and small children are not recommended either. Small apartments in the city are a double no-no. These dogs need big homes with plenty of outdoor space, and rural areas are best for them.

Here are some things you should know about Bull Lurchers:

The Bull Lurcher is a highly focused, very smart and easily excited dog whose love for the hunt is practically second to none. Still, these are dogs that love their master and tend to have a very strong loyalty to just one person. They love all people, but they often single out the one person on whom they rely for food, etc.

They do have a remarkably strong prey drive that is more and more exploited by the kind of people who get a thrill from dog-fighting. Because off this, this sighthound mix is too often believed to be inherently aggressive. They will never not want to chase small furry animals, but they can be trained to resist as well as properly restrained. Their prey drive can also be redirected toward toys or handled with food rewards. Understanding his prey drive can also help. For instance, if he starts zig-zagging, then he's on a scent and soon to chase.

These are some extremely strong, tireless, and active dogs. They need a lot of exercise. It's best if they have a very well-fenced outdoor area in which to run long and free. Two walks a day otherwise may not be enough. They are keen to learn, to leap, and to use their great strength when playing. You should have lots of durable agility and strength toys. You might even want to build an exercise course for them.

The Bull Lurcher temperament is a fragile one that would not be so terribly abused by some humans were it not for the dog's speed, stamina, and strength. Properly trained and socialized, these are wonderful dogs with a loyal, loving, and very friendly personality toward humans. They may not be good for homes with very small children, however, and not because they are intentionally dangerous. They simply tend to disregard anything that is uninteresting to them. It's easy for a Bull Lurcher to injure kids accidentally.

These are very single-owner-attached dogs, and they are loyal to a fault. Because of this, these dogs can easily and quickly get separation anxiety. When this happens, these dogs become very upset in the worse way. They can easily destroy a lot of furniture and other things until they are calmed. Leaving your Bull Lurcher alone for a day or so can often mean your home will be in shambles when you return.

There may be all sorts of issues that might crop up in any given Bull Lurcher. The best thing you can do is to have a complete set of tests done if your dog is a rescue or adopted dog. You should know the health issues that can occur in the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. You should also understand the wide range of problems that may happen with any Lurcher.

Here is a basic list of health issues that can affect a Staffy Bull Lurcher:

• Bloat
• Dysplasia
• Heat stroke
• Bone cancer
• Torn toenails
• Foot injuries
• Skin allergies
• Eye problems
• Heart problems
• Hypothyroidism
• Patellar luxation
• Torn leg ligaments
• Respiratory problems

Bull Lurchers tend to have an average lifespan of 11 to 14 years.