Bully Kutta
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| Bully Kutta | |
|---|---|
 Bully Kutta - Pakistani Mastiff | |
| Other names | Pakistani Mastiff Sindh Mastiff |
| Origin | Pakistan |
| Notes | Recognized by the United National Kennel Club UNKC |
| Dog (domestic dog) | |
Bully Kutta is a Molosser type dog which is found in Pakistan. Bully in its name actually comes from the Urdu word bohli—meaning heavily wrinkled, and Kutta means dog. Bully Kutta is also known as the Pakistani Mastiff who are typically not tolerate to strangers. The Bully Kutta is also sometimes referred to as the Sindh Mastiff. They are typically found today in areas in Pakistan. While they are starting to get worldwide attention, it is because of their size and strength that these dogs find themselves in the hands of people who choose to use them for dog fighting. New York Times best-selling author Greg Iles depicted this breed in his 2009 novel The Devil's Punchbowl. The breed has also been used as guard dogs in Pakistan.
History
The Persian Army used Bully Kuttas, for guarding and were introduced into Greece by Xerxes the First when he marched towards that country in 486-465 B.C. The Bully kutta originated in and around the desert area of Tharparkar, which is under the Sindh District and so the other name of this breed is Sindh Mastiff. The Bully Kutta were used for hunting large games during the Mughal era. After some period of time, there was sudden change in the hunting practices by the Royal families who started to use cheetahs for hunting instead. This changed the Bully Kuttas job to guard dogs and dogs used for fighting purposes. With time most people forgot the breed and the Bully Kutta became rare. The people who used the Bully Kuttas to fight dropped its height a couple of inches for performance sake. The Bully Kutta are still used in Pakistan as excellent fighting dogs and also as one of the most dangerous guard dogs in the world, known to excel the true Bully Kutta. Large numbers of Pakistanis view the Bully Kutta as representing the Marshal qualities of their Nation.[1]
Description
Appearance
| Pakistani Mastiff Appearance | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weight: | 150-200 pounds | |
| Height: | 32-40 inches | |
| Coat: | Short | |
| Activity level: | Moderate | |
| Learning rate: | Moderate | |
| Temperament: | High | |
| Guard dog ability: | High | |
| Watch-dog ability: | High | |
| Life span: | 8–10 years | |
The Bully Kutta has a short smooth coat that is usually predominantly white in color, however fawn, black, harlequin, red and brindle markings vary. The muzzle is black and the skin around their neck and mouth is loose. The brisket is deep, and the limbs are well muscled. The back is long with the tail tapering to a fine point. The ears are set high on the skull and pricked. It has a long and graceful stride. The males vary from 32 to 40 inches and females from 28 to 36 inches tall. They usually weigh 150 to 170 pounds and can reach up to 200 pounds plus, especially for males. They are very muscular and thick boned.
Temperament
Beasts from the East This title was given to the Bully Kutta, a breed of aggressive dog that was used in the cruel and bloody sport of dog fighting. While very intelligent and noble, this is an extremely aggressive breed, said to be virtually untrainable and only to be handled by the most experienced fighting enthusiasts. However, with proper socialization and appropriate training, the Bully Kutta can make an amenable companion for responsible and knowledgeable owners. The Pakistani Bully Kutta is a powerful mastiff, strongly-boned and muscular. Long-legged and wide-chested, this breed is an agile and resilient Molosser, capable of great speed and known for its impressive stamina. The head is large, with a strong muzzle and well-developed jaws A pure Bully Kutta is also famous for its characteristic tiger-like movement, which sets it apart from other breeds.
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