The Bull Arab is a mixed-breed dog whose ancestors include the English Bull Terrier, Greyhound, shorthair Pointers, and, subsequently, bigger breeds such as the Mastiff and Great Dane. The Bull Arab inherited some of its lineage's greatest attributes, such as strength, loyalty, and activity.

Bull Arabs are also known as the Australian Pig Dog and the Aussie Pig. These canines may be found at shelters and breed-specific rescues, so don't forget to adopt! Don't go shopping!

In their native Australia, these independent and active canines are frequently used as guard and hunting dogs. The Bull Arab was bred to inherit their predecessors' hunting and scent-tracking abilities. When larger breeds like Mastiffs and Great Danes were introduced into the mix, they proved to be effective guard dogs as well. Despite their devotion to their owners, Bull Arabs are a huge and imposing dog that may not be the greatest choice for first-time adopters. If not properly socialised and trained, this breed can become violent.

The Bull Arab could be the appropriate dog for you if you want a dog that can be both a huge snuggling companion and a guard dog, and you're ready to the work of constant training.

Bull Arab Highlights
Breed Size	Large
Nature	Gentle, Friendly, Playful, Outgoing, Willful
Energy Level	Active
Intelligence	High
Barking Level	Frequent
Coat Length	Short
Breed Group	Terrier
Droll Amount	Low
Good with	Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	White with black, liver, tan or brindle patches
Other Facts	Easy to train, easy to groom, easy to kept at home, easy to take care.

Dog History

Mike Hodgens, an Australian breeder, is credited with founding the Bull Arab breed in 1972. He mixed an English Bull Terrier with a crossbreed of the German Short-haired Pointer and a Greyhound (reportedly 50 percent of the litter's DNA).

The Bull Arab was created to hunt wild pigs, and it does a fantastic job at it by pinning the pigs' ears to the ground. As the breed grew in popularity among hunters, some added Mastiff and Great Dane bloodlines to the mix to boost the dog's size.

Despite the fact that the Bull Arab breed began as a hybrid, some have ended up in shelters or in the hands of rescue organisations. If you decide this is the breed for you, consider adopting. Check your local shelters, seek at Bull Arab rescues, or contact group-specific hunting dog rescues, since they occasionally take in hunting dogs and place them in loving homes.

Health and Care

The Bull Arab is prone to some of the same health problems as the Greyhound, German Short-haired Pointer, and English Bull Terrier. While most are typically healthy, some may be prone to a few health problems, which is why proper care and frequent veterinarian visits are essential.

The following are some of the more prevalent health issues that Aussie Pigs face:

• Bloat
• Cataracts
• Cryptorchidism (retained testicles)
• Epilepsy
• Primary Lens Luxation, which can lead to blindness

Care

• You should take your Bull Arabs to the vet on a regular basis, just like any other dog, to catch any health problems early. Your veterinarian can assist you in developing a care routine for your dog that will keep him healthy.
• Bull Arabs are prone to gaining weight, especially if they don't receive enough exercise, and they have a lot of energy. Make sure your dog gets at least two nice half-hour to hour-long walks each day, with some energetic play sessions and shorter walks thrown in for good measure.
• Check their ears for dirt and vermin on a regular basis, and clean them according to your veterinarian's instructions. Make sure you cut your dog's nails on a regular basis, generally once or twice a month. They shouldn't be slamming into the ground. This is something that your groomer can assist you with.
• Continue to look after their dental health. Brush your Bull Arab's teeth on a daily basis, especially if you use him as a hunting dog. Your veterinarian can show you how to properly brush your dog's teeth.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

The Bull Arab, as a very energetic breed, requires at least 60 minutes of daily exercise. While walks are sufficient, owing to the breed's craving for speed, the best place for the dog to run and tyre himself out is a secure, fenced-in area or rural property. Because this breed has the stamina to run for kilometres, set aside plenty of time each day to allow him to expend his energy via healthful exercise. These exercises will keep your Bull Arab physically active and fatigued at the end of the day if you want to have him hunt or herd.

Repetitive activities might dull the Bull Arab, therefore a wise owner will utilise amazing imagination to keep his dog challenged and pleased. Chewing, nipping, excessive barking, and property damage are all common behavioural issues with this breed when they don't get enough exercise.

Be aware that this breed may not get along with other dogs in dog parks where smaller dogs are present. Because of his hunting tendencies, the Bull Arab may chase and kill canines that are smaller than him. The Bull Arab's energy levels are better suited to long runs and excursions.

While the Bull Arab may be a self-sufficient dog, he also enjoys spending time with his owner and family. Some dogs develop attachments to their families and cannot be left alone for long periods of time.

Feeding

For a huge breed with a lot of energy, an optimum Bull Arab diet should be created. If you overfeed them, they will gain weight, so keep to a regular feeding schedule and don't leave food out during the day. Limit their treat intake as well.

The food requirements of the Bull Arab will alter from puppyhood to adulthood, and will continue to change into their senior years, as they do with other dogs. Because there is just too much variance among individual dogs — including weight, energy, and health — to offer a particular recommendation, you should seek your veterinarian for advice on your Bull Arab's food.

Fun Facts

• The Bull Arab is one of Australia's most abandoned canines, owing to increased housing laws and sloppy training of this aggressive breed.
• 50 percent English Bull Terrier, 25 percent German Shorthair Pointer or English Pointer, and 25 percent Greyhound make up this standard breed.
• Because of backyard breeders who have further crossbred the species, mistreated the dogs, and sold them to unknowing owners who may not be firm enough to deal with this breed, the Bull Arab breed has a bad reputation.
• In Australia, the Bull Arab is the most popular pig hunting dog.
• Outside of Australia, this breed is quite rare.
• Modern Bull Arabs may have varied dominating features as a result of numerous degrees of crossbreeding; for example, one Bull Arab may have the force of a Bull Terrier, while another may have the sight and speed of a Greyhound.
• There are just a few Bull Arabs alive who are direct descendants of Hodgsen's initial production line.

Home Training Tips and General Information

• When teaching your Bull Arab puppy, showing praise and using positive reinforcement is really beneficial.
• You should never scream at your puppy or scold them for not listening – positive reinforcement is the most effective way to train your Bull Arab.
• Instead than patting your Bull Arab on the top of their head or back, give them a pat on the underside of their chin or chest, which is more loving for them.
• Long bouts of training for your Bull Arab are not recommended. Training them in short, frequent periods throughout the day is more dependable. It is recommended that a Bull Arab be trained 3-5 times per day for 5-minute sessions. This guarantees that you have their full attention.
• Reward your dog with a pet reward after they have successfully completed what you have requested of them.
• Many Bull Arab owners make the mistake of allowing their young puppy to perform things that they would not want them to do later in life (e.g. laying on furniture). Allowing them to engage in this behaviour will make it exceedingly difficult to modify your dog's behaviour afterwards.
• Bull Arab puppy training should begin at the age of eight weeks, and they reach full learning ability between the ages of eight and twelve weeks.
• While complimenting, use a happy tone; when saying "No," use a stern tone (but don't yell).

FAQS

Bull Arab Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Blake	Basil
Bruno	Bianca
Clyde	Carly
Dodge	Delilah
Drew	Diva
Duke	Gidget
Griffin	Koko
Henry	Lena
Judge	Mabel
Koda	Missy
Lenny	Olivia
Moe	Precious
Mimi	Rosie
Rusty	Sam
Taz	Stella
Titus	Brie
T-bone	Brooke
Tex	Butterscotch
Tinker-bell	Claire
Wiz	Kellie