Here at IBHR our number one concern is uniting the breed and being a place for all BullHerder owners to feel supported. We do believe that if you follow the standard we have put together, along with testing workability, you will produce world class dogs. We also see and support other types/styles of BullHerders. That is why we are registering the dogs under two different classes: Classic Registration & Certified Standard Registration
This registration will be open to all BullHerder crosses. From APBT X Mal to Border Collie X Bull Terrier. Our web team is currently working on a site so BullHerder fanciers will have a place where they can look at pedigrees, and search dogs linage online. All Classic Registration dogs will be on the site as well as allowed to participate in IBHR’s working events (weight pull, hardest hitting, scent work, etc) To register as Classic Registration just follow the directions on our single dog registration paperwork.
This registration will be for the BullHerder type that meets our standard. There will extra verification to ensure that the dogs do meet our standard. All Certified Standard Registered dogs will be allowed to participate in all working events as well as conformation events. To register as Certified Standard please send us an email at: support@bullherder.org
A beautiful example of our standard can be seen in Apex's Head Honcho of SDK owned by Miss E Mace
General Appearance: The BullHerder is a well-balanced square dog, powerful in appearance. The dog is strong, agile, well- muscled, alert and full of life. He stands squarely on all fours. The whole conformation gives the impression of power, depth and solidity with bulkiness. His elegance and expression denote great strength of character. Male and females should appear unquestionably masculine.
Size, Proportion, Substance: Males are 24 to 28 inches in height; females are 22 to 26 inches; measurement to be taken at the withers. The length, measured from the point of the breastbone to the point of the rump, should equal the height. Bone structure is moderately heavy, the dog is well balanced throughout and neither spindly or leggy, nor cumbersome. When viewing the silhouette, the topline, front legs and back legs should closely approximate a square.
Head: The head is carried high. It is long without exaggeration, rectilinear, well-chiseled, muscled and dry. The eyes radiate attentiveness and readiness for action. The eyes are of medium size, neither protruding nor sunken, slightly almond shaped, and obliquely set. They are brown, preferably dark brown, with black rimmed upper and lower eyelids. Light eyes are a fault. The ears are set high and distinctly triangular with a well-cupped outer ear and pointed tips. (Or can be cropped medium length) They should be stiff and carried upright and vertical when the dog is alert. Ears hanging or semi-prick ears are a fault. Skull and muzzle are roughly equal in length, with at the most a very slight bias in favor of the muzzle which is broad. The top skull is of wide width, in proportion with the length of the head, with a forehead flat rather than round, frontal groove somewhat pronounced; in profile, The stop is moderate. The nose is black. The muzzle is of medium length and well chiseled under the eyes, narrowing gradually toward the nose like an elongated wedge. The mouth is well split, which means that when the mouth is open the commissures of the lips are pulled right back, the jaws being well apart and large. The lips are thin, tight and strongly pigmented black. The BullHerder has a full complement of strong white teeth that are evenly set and meet in a scissors or level bite. Overshot and undershot bites are a fault. An undershot bite in which two or more of the upper incisors lose contact with two or more of the lower incisors is a disqualification. Complete dentition is preferred. Missing teeth should be faulted.
Neck, Topline, Body: The neck is slightly elongated, well-muscled, broadening gradually towards the shoulders, without dewlap, slightly arched, permitting the proud carriage of the head. The withers are pronounced well muscled, and the back is firm. The loin is solid, short and sufficiently well- muscled. The croup is very slightly sloped. The underline rises gently in a harmonious curve toward the abdomen, which is neither tucked-up nor paunchy. The chest is broad not narrow, with the lowest part reaching the elbow. The body should give the impression of power without excessive bulkyness in proportion to the overall dog. The tail is strong at the base, reaching to the hock, and carried down at rest. It is curved, raised when moving, but not passing the horizontal or forming a hook or deviation.
Forequarters: The forequarters are muscular with substance. The shoulder blades are long and sloping, laid flat against the body, forming a sufficient angle with the upper arm to ensure free and efficient movement. The legs are straight, strong, and parallel to each other. The bone is solid but not heavy; it is more oval than round. Muscle is heavy and strong. The pastern is short, strong and very slightly sloped. Dewclaws may be removed. The feet are cat-like, well padded with the toes curved close together. The nails are strong and black except that they may be white to match the white toe tips.
Hindquarters: The hindquarters are powerful with mass. Angulation of the hindquarters is in balance with the forequarters. The upper and lower thigh bones should approximately parallel the shoulder blade and upper arm, respectively. Legs are parallel to each other. The thighs should be well muscled. The hocks are short, strong, parallel and moderately angulated. Metatarsi are strong and short. Dewclaws, if any, may be removed. The hind feet are slightly oval, toes are arched and compact. Pads are thick and well-padded. Nails are dark and strong, although they may be white to match white toes.
Coat: The coat should be comparatively short, straight, hard enough to be weather resistant, with dense undercoat. It should be very short on the head, ears, and lower legs. The hair is somewhat longer around the neck where it forms a collarette, and on the tail and backs of the thighs. The coat should conform to the body without standing out or hanging down. Hair that is too long, silky or wiry is a fault. The BullHerder is a natural breed and there is no need for excessive grooming.
Color: The ideal coloring is a rich fawn to mahogany, with black, any color but blue is acceptable. The blackening must not appear as patched. The mask must be pronounced and tends to encompass the top and bottom lip, the corners of the lips and the eyelids in one single black zone. The mask and ears appear black. The tips of toes may be white, and a large white spot on the breastbone is permitted, not White markings, except as noted, are faulted.
Gait: The movement is smooth, free and easy, seemingly never tiring, exhibiting power and grace. The BullHerder single tracks at a fast gait, the legs, both front and rear, converging toward the center line of gravity, while the topline remains firm and level, parallel to the line of motion with no crabbing. The breed shows a marked tendency to move in a circle rather than a straight line.
Temperament: Correct temperament is essential to the working character of the BullHerder. He is alert, intelligent, inquisitive and confident, showing neither fear nor aggression. He is energetic, ready for action, yet highly responsive to his owner’s direction. His lively character should be evident in his proud carriage and sparkling attentive eyes. The BullHerder is an exceptional watchdog. Vigilant yet responsive, he balances all the qualities needed in a protection dog, and sensible working partner. He is firmly loyal to those he loves but may be indifferent with strangers and other dogs. Displays of fear or aggression are to be severely penalized.
Disqualifications: Males under 23 inches or over 28 inches and females under 21 inches or over 27 inches. An undershot bite in which two or more of the upper incisors lose contact with two or more of the lower incisors.
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