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Yankee Bull Terrier

Pitbull terrier

History

Sometime during the nineteenth century, dog fanciers in England, Ireland, and Scotland began to experiment with crosses between Bulldogs and Terriers, looking for a dog that combined the gameness of the terrier with the strength and athleticism of the Bulldog. The result was a dog that embodied all of the virtues attributed to great warriors: strength, indomitable courage, and gentleness with loved ones. Immigrants brought these bull and terrier crosses to the United States. The American Pit Bull Terrier's many talents did not go unnoticed by farmers and ranchers who used their APBTs for protection, as catch dogs for semi-wild cattle and hogs, to hunt, to drive livestock, and as family companions. Today, the American Pit Bull Terrier continues to demonstrate its versatility, competing successfully in Obedience, Tracking, Agility, Protection, and Weight Pulls, as well as Conformation. We the WPBTCA understand that our breed has a history as a fighting breed. But we do not condone the use of these animals or any others for the use of participation in illegal activities. The Club will not condone the use of the American Pit Bull Terrier in any illegal activity. Convictions resulting from the illegal use of animals will result in immediate termination of membership.The objectives of the Club are to: Preserve, promote and protect the American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT) as a working dog. Maintain open dialogue with all clubs and federations sharing similar objectives for APBTs and for other breeds while ensuring our autonomy. Educate the public and our members about our breed’s temperament, working ability, health, training, conformation and the need to preserve the breed as a total dog, sound in mind and body. Maintain a complete registry for the breed, which will acknowledge all earned titles from recognized organizations. Recognize the registrations issued by recognized registries, national and international. Conduct events that promote the American Pit Bull Terrier as a working breed, offer titles for such events, and encourage participation by the breed in working events sponsored by other organizations. Develop and apply a standard for conformation that focuses not only on appearance but also on health, function, working ability, and the promotion of functional characteristics. Improve the breed by refusing single registration to any dog of unacceptable temperament or with serious genetic defects. Conform to internationally acceptable rules and regulations governing dog sports. License judges and certify evaluators for events and programs established and promoted by the club. Publish an official publication promoting the objectives of this club.

Description The Yankee Bull Terrier is a powerful looking dog with a brick-like head and strong muscular jaws. American Pit Bull Terriers are generally very muscular and stocky, yet agile, and extremely strong for their size.

Country of Origin * The Yankee Bull Terrier originated in the United State

Height Yankee Bull Terriers are 18-22 inches (46-56 cm)

Weight * Yankee Bull Terriers weigh 22 -110 pounds (10-50 kg)

Colors * Yankee Bull Terriers are a multicolored, black and white coat.

Coat Yankee Bull Terriers have thick, short, shiny hair. Brush regularly with a firm bristle brush. A rub with a piece of toweling or chamois will make their coat gleam.

Temperament Good natured, loyal and affectionate, the Yankee Bull Terrier has been known to be aggressive towards other dogs; however this can be avoided with proper training. Yankee Bull Terriers when properly socialized do well around children and make great family pets. They are obedient, eager to please, courteous and intelligent and make great guard dogs.

Health Concerns The Yankee Bull Terrier is a generally healthy breed. Some known problems are hip dysplasia, hereditary cataracts and allergies to grass.

Life Expectancy * The Yankee Bull Terrier can be expected to live about 12 years.

Living Environment * A home with a fenced yard is recommended. Yankee Bull Terriers are very energetic, and not a great choice for a first time owner

Head Medium length with broad skull, very powerful cheek muscles and distinct stop. Eyes * Dark, round, deep-set and set wide apart. Ears * Set high, half pricked or rose. Muzzle * Wide and well tapered. Nose * Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite * Scissor or level. Neck * Thick, medium length, and slightly arched. Top-line: Level. Chest * Deep, with ribs close together and well sprung. Body * Moderately short, sloping from withers to loins. Legs * Forelegs set wide apart and straight, with hind legs being well muscled. Feet * Medium size, well arched and compact. Tail * Short in comparison to the body, tapered to a point. Movement * Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament * Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.

Faults Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault an d the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree.

Note * Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.