Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Trainable
Bold
Quiet
Cooperative
Boisterous

Active
Protective
Trainable
Keen
Sweet
Tempered

Pointer Bays make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Bull Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer

Bulldog, Old English Terrier

Unknown

1800s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown
Fawn
Black
White
Red

Fawn
White
Pied
Brindle
Red

Pointer Bays have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Bull Terriers have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Pointer Bay can have a litter of 7-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bull Terrier can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Pointer Bays typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Bull Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Lymphedema
Subaortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Deafness (Whites)
Kidney Problems
Mitral Valve Disease
Lethal Acrodermatitis

Entropion
Ectropion
Cataracts
Lupoid Dermatitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

Entropion
Ectropion
Demodectic Mange
Eye Disease
Laryngeal Paralysis

Hip X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Genetic Testing
Chest X-rays
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Cardiac
Eye
Blood Test
Hearing (Whites)
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Skin Scraping

Pointer Bay has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bull Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Pointer Bays need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bull Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Pointer Bays are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bull Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

The Pointer Bay is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Bull Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pointer Bay, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bull Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pointer Bays usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bull Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pointer Bay has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Bull Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pointer Bay is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Bull Terrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pointer Bay is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bull Terrier is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Pointer Bay is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Bull Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Pointer Bay is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

The Bull Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Pointer Bays are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bull Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Pointer Bays are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bull Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.