Brie-Brie is a cutie who looks like a mix between a Boston Terrier and a French Bulldog. She was abandoned for euthanization in a state that uses the gas chamber but was rescued by a vet. She had some type of injury that appeared to leave her paralyzed in both back legs. After X-rays it was determined that there were no permanent injuries or defects. Another no kill shelter took her in, and when she first came to them, she would drag her back end and scoot forward to play. Then she started to put weight on one leg. They were concerned that she would have to have the other leg amputated. But then she started to try to put some weight on it. It has been several months and they helped her to learn to walk again. She still walks with her back legs a bit lower than her front, but she plays and walks and is just a happy ball of energy!

 

Brie-Brie came to us from that no-kill rescue because they are being forced to downsize. She is about 1.5 yrs old. She is crate trained and is learning to walk on a leash. She loves her buddy Groucho and can play a little rough for other small breed dogs or cats. She can learn though! She is very sweet and warms up to new people easily. She loves to be petted and get attention - a real sweetheart.

 

Brie-Brie came with her buddy Groucho and they are quite happy staying together in one medium-sized crate.

 

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, in 1830, when combats between Bulldogs and bulls were at there height, lovers of this "sport" decided to create a dog that would attack even more agilely. By crossing the Bulldog with the Old English Terrier and adding a bit of Spanish Pointer blood, they came up with the Bull Terrier. However, Bull Terriers were not the most successful fighters. In 1850 the white-coated variety (nicknamed the "White Cavalier") was obtained and soon became a fashionable pet of the gentry. The breed has been used as a guard, ratter, herder and watchdog. The Miniature was developed to have the same qualities in a dog of more manageable size. Though this breed was once a fierce gladiator, he is much gentler now. A Bull Terrier might have a preventive effect and it might defend it's owner in a truly critical situation, but it isn't breed to be a guard dog. Courageous, scrappy, fun-loving, active, clownish and fearless. The Bull Terrier is a loyal, polite, and obedient dog. They become very attached to their owners. The Bull Terrier thrives on affection and makes a fine family pet. Bull Terriers like to be doing something and fit in well with active families where they receive a great deal of companionship and supervision. They do not do well in situations where they are left alone for 8 hours a day. This breed can be a wonderful pet if very thoroughly socialized and trained, but not recommended for most households. Fond of both grown-ups and children, but may be too energetic for small children. They cannot tolerate teasing and children should be taught to respect the dog. They can be very protective and willful. Do not encourage this breed to be possessive or jealous. Bull Terriers may try to join into family rough housing or quarrel. They need very firm training and lots of exercise. Bull Terriers must be given a lot of companionship, or they may become destructive. Be sure to socialize them well and remain their pack leader 100% of the time, otherwise, they can be extremely aggressive with other dogs. Unaltered males usually do not get along with other male dogs. Males and females can live together happily and two females can also be a good combination with care and supervision. They are not recommended with other pets. They make excellent watch dogs. This breed can be somewhat difficult to train. They have a life expectancy of 10 to 12 years.