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Like most other dogs, a Bull Terrier can live with other animals—provided that they arrive in the home together during infancy and are raised without favoritism. However, since these conditions are quite rare, and not foolproof, you should think twice, then three times, before placing a Bull Terrier in a multi-pet household. With great strength and powerful jaws, the Bull Terrier will defend himself when faced by a perceived opponent. A confrontation with another animal, over food or toys, can result in physical damage to one or both of your beloved pets—and possibly you, when you try to intervene.

Pausing during a shower to have a drink.

Taking time to smell the flowers, this trio of Bull Terrier puppies is excited about exploring the world.

For your Bull Terrier’s safety and for the safety of other animals, your Bully should not be allowed to roam free or run in an open area. The Bull Terrier is inherently aggressive toward other animals and also will be off and running if something piques his interest. Off-leash exercise should only be allowed in enclosed areas, and it is recommended that off-leash exercise be done in areas not frequented by strangers or other animals. In fact, your Bull Terrier may consider small animals like cats, rabbits, birds, gerbils and the like, and even smaller dogs, as something to be hunted. Keep this in mind to protect the other animals and your own dog, as you do not want him to run away from you.

Bull Terriers can be food-possessive. In multi-pet households, the Bull Terrier should be fed separately from the other animals (this includes mealtimes and treats). Do not allow any of the other pets near the Bull Terrier until you’ve taken the food bowl away.

With proper supervision and training, it is possible for a Bull Terrier to get along well with other animals in the home. However, it will be a fairly tedious and time-consuming effort. Bull Terriers tend to get along better with dogs of the opposite sex. A male Bully with another male dog is asking for trouble; even a two-female situation only works out sometimes. In any multiple-dog situations, equal attention must be paid to all so that jealousy does not occur.

In general, terriers and rodent-type pets are best kept apart from one another, but this Bull Terrier set aside the prey instinct to snap an endearing photo.

Though considerably larger than the Chihuahua, this Bull Terrier bitch has been properly socialized to accept her tiny playmate as a friend.

Bull Terriers are fun for children, but the dogs must be well trained and both parties must be well behaved. This tolerant Bully soul is costumed for a night on the town.