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English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: British White Terrier or Bully or Jack? Find the right dog for you

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Name English White Terrier Bull Terrier Jack Russell Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier breeds.
British White Terrier
Old English Terrier
White English Terrier
Old English White Terrier
Bully
Gladiator
English Bull Terrier
Jack
Russell Terrier
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Small
Medium
Medium Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
8-35 pounds (4-16 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) 11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
21.5 pound (10 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier height comparison:
10-15 inches (25-38 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) 8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 11.5 inches (29 cm)

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
Unavailable $1200-$1500 $700-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.
Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Low: The English White Terrier is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
English White Terrier dogs are hard to train.
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Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
English White Terrier dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
English White Terrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Affectionate
Quick
Companionable
Nervous
Lazy
Couch Potato
Active
Protective
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Keen
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: English White Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?
High: English White Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier social needs comparison:
English White Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
English White Terrier dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English White Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The English White Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks.
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A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
English White Terriers don't really like playing.
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The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English White Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
English White Terrier dogs adapt badly to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?
English White Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The English White Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
English White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

English White Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
6-10 years
The average lifespan of English White Terrier: 8 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
English White Terriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The English White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Heart Murmurs
Deafness
Hereditary Nephritis
Lens Luxation
Spinning
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which breed is most active?
English White Terrier dogs are low-energy dogs.
Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English White Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?
English White Terrier dogs need a lot of sleep.
Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which needs most food?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. What colors are available?
White Black
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Black
Tan
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The English White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which drools least?
The English White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The English White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Waterproof
Harsh
Dense
Smooth
Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
English White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders.
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English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which is best with kids?
English White Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English White Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
English White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?
English White Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English White Terrier or Bull Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?
English White Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?
No
English White Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English White Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

English White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which has most puppies?
3-5 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 5 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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English White Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English White Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Jack Russell Terrier. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America

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