Bulldog (Great Britain)
Main name of the breed: Bulldog
Alternative names of the breed English Bulldog Country of origin: Britain Territory: Europe
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Group FCI: Section FCI:
Subsection: 2.1 Mastiff type
№ standard FCI: 149
Date of adoption of the standard: 2004-03-24 CACIB: * System recognized breeds: ORBEA, CCR, NZKC, NKC, ANKC, CKC, KCGB, UKC, AKC, FCI Purpose of the breed: Dog Companion
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History and Origin
English Bulldogs is descended from ancient Mastiffs and the Chinese Pug. Nomads brought the American Bulldog’s ancestors to Europe. They appeared in England around 400 A.D and were bred there for centuries. The English Bulldog was used to fight bears and lions on the stage. In 1835, all animal baiting contests were made illegal in England. The breed had become rare. But than they started crossing them with other breeds and became ancestors for Bullmastiffs and Boxers. The dog called as the English Bulldog is really a Pug Bulldog cross, not a true working Bulldog.
Temperament and Personality
Despite his intimidating appearance the English Bulldogs is a very gentle and kind dog and makes a good home pet. They are rather inactive and don't need a lot exercise. English bulldogs are good for apartment life.
Size and Appearance
The Bulldog is small in stature, but robust and compact, with a thick, massive head. Height is about 12-16 inches. Weight: dogs 53-55 pounds, bitches 49-51 pounds.
Care
The dogs need wiping the face with a damp cloth every day to clean inside the wrinkles. Need occasional brushing with firm bristle brush.
Registries
The breed is recognized by CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, ORBEA
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