The baiting of bulls by dogs was universally recognized. The first bloodthirsty show held in Stamford dates back to 1209. At the same time, the organizers realized: for a fight with a bull, undersized breeds are the best suited, which can imperceptibly go around the animal and cling to its unprotected nose with fangs. The dogs did not open their jaws even at the moment when the bull, distraught with pain, threw its head up. Animals showed no less assertiveness in battles with wild boars and bears.