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286 GUIDE T O BREED S

BICHON YORKIE

THIS PLAYFUL, SMALL COMPANION DOG IS IDEALLY SUITED TO URBAN LIFE
Dark nose
Height range Some crossbreeds are created deliberately, but the first
9–12 in (23–31 cm) Bichon Frise (see p.267) and Yorkshire Terrier (see p.192)
Weight range mix was a happy accident that breeders have chosen to
7–13 lb (3–6 kg)
repeat. The result is the Bichon Yorkie—a dog that is
Life span 13–15 years usually larger than the diminutive Yorkshire Terrier,
Origin USA with the feisty spirit of its terrier parent
tempered by the more compliant
nature of the Bichon Frise.

Other colors
Dark, round
eyes

Variety of
colors High-set
ears
Darker, plumed Double-layered,
tail carried high silky, curly, white
when moving and orange coat

Round,
tight feet
BULL BOXER

THIS FRIENDLY AND BOISTEROUS DOG IS EASIER TO TRAIN THAN OTHER MASTIFF-TYPES

Small,
Height range The Bull Boxer is a cross between the laid-back Boxer semierect,
16–21 in (41–53 cm) (see p.88) and bull-baiting dogs such as the Staffordshire drop ears
Weight range Bull Terrier (see p.214), which is highly popular but may Powerful build
37–53 lb (17–24 kg)
be difficult with other pets. The Bull Boxer occupies inherited from
both parents
Life span 12–13 years the middle ground in size and character.
Origin UK This dog needs commitment but
rewards its owner well.
Rounded eyes have
alert expression
Other colors
Long, tapering,
curved tail
Any color
Strong, blunt
muzzle with Smooth, shiny,
overhanging lip short, dense,
black coat
Broad,
deep chest White markings
on feet Legs longer than
Staffordshire
Bull Terrier’s

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