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Norman Wisdom

Darla The English Bulldog 9 Week Old Puppy Plays Outside

She is 9 weeks old and she is such a brat! She is so spoiled by family and my girlfriends family. She is so adorable. We purchased her from a breeder in Ohio and he is a great person. He took such great care of her and you can tell he loves what he does. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and comment! I'll be posting a bunch of videos as she continues to grow. If you are interested on getting a English Bulldog please read up on the breed first. This breed is not like any other dog! Also watch out for scammers on the internet. If the price of the puppy is cheap and seems too good to be true then most likely its a scam.

Bulldog - Dog Breed Info

The BullDog, a member of the Non-Sporting Dog Group. With origins (many years ago) in fighting, you would think this is a vicious tank of terror. Not hardly. The BullDog is now a gentle, docile, family loving pet capable of protecting if needed. Needing less exercise than many other breeds, it makes the perfect Dog for the home bound and couch potatoes. Could a Bulldog be the right dog breed for you? Choosing the right breed dog is very important for you and for your dog. Here are the dog breed standards and other important information you should read prior to buying a new dog or puppy for your home.

History: The Bulldog is thought to have descended from the ancient Asiatic mastiff but developed its characteristic traits in Great Britain. In ancient days when it was used to fight against bulls, the Bulldog's job was to bury its tremendously strong jaws in the bull's hide and just hang on. The British outlawed these contests early in the nineteenth century, resulting in one of the greatest turnabouts in dog history. The breed gets its name because of the uncanny resemblance of its build to that of a bull as well as its association with the sport of bullfighting.

The type of work the breed does: Though originally used in sports such as bull-baiting and dog fighting, Bulldogs are today bred primarily as companion dogs and family pets.

Physical Representation: The Bulldog is a medium-sized dog with a wide and compact build. The head is massive and the cheeks stretch to the side of the eyes. There are dense folds of skin in the forehead and the pug-shaped muzzle is short and the nose is black with visibly large nostrils. The lower jaw is undershot with the upper lip being pendent. The dark, round eyes are set far apart from each other. Though the Bulldog is not known for its beauty-pageant potential, it makes up for it with its superb character. It comes in a wide range of colors including brindles of all sorts, red, fawn or piebald. Anything but black!

Care: The short-haired, smooth coat calls for a minimum of grooming and just needs to be combed and brushed with a firm bristle brush. The face and cheeks require regular cleaning with a damp cloth to keep the wrinkles clean.

Personality and Temperament: Breeders very early on recognized the Bulldog's inherent courage and strength and a few generations managed to breed out it ferocity. Today the breed makes a fine pet and is fun-loving, devoted, friendly and easy-going. It has acquired an enviable reputation as a guard dog and for displays of exceptional bravery. Their nature makes them excellent as pets for children. However, in certain cases they are known to become quite strong-willed and dominating for which firm and patient training is recommended. The Bulldog is generally accommodating to other pets within the family itself but can prove hostile towards other dogs. As puppies they seem to be full of energy and vitality which gradually tends to recede as they grow older.

Living environment: Bulldogs are known to be very good apartment dwellers as they are inactive indoors and do not require a yard. They are best suited to temperate climates as they have a low tolerance for extreme weather conditions. Short, brisk walks help keep them fit and healthy. Bulldogs cannot swim and you need to stay alert when taking your dog for a walk along the beach.

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  Breed Group: Non-Sporting Dog Group








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  Height: 12 to 16 inches








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  Weight: 40 to 55 pounds








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  Color: fawn, red, brindle, washed-out red, and white.








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  Life Expectancy: 8 - 12 years








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  Average litter size: 4

Did you find this article on the Bulldog interesting? Jim is a true professional dog trainer that gets results by becoming the leader of the pack. To learn more about leading your dog or find out more about dog breed selection, visit his two other sites at Jim Hodges Dog Obedience Training and his training and behavior blog at Electronic Dog Fences.

The Olde English Bulldog Fact, Fiction Or Ancient History

What is the Olde English BullDog? Is it even a breed? It is said that the Olde English BullDogge of today is as a re-creation of a Bull-baiting type Dog that existed in England during the 13th century. It was an English Gentleman by the name of William, Earl of Warren who introduced the sport of Bull baiting in the year 1209 at an annual Pre-Christmas Festival after witnessing a group of the butchers' Dogs pursuing a raging bull clean trough the town. The pure determination of these dogs amazed the Earl he declared it a yearly event! The bulldog was bred to attack a bull by grabbing its nose and not letting go, it was written in history that people of this time believed that the meat of the bull was tastier if the animal had been baited before it was butchered. Some people found this most entertaining and it is because of this cruel spectator sport that the bulldog was originated. This tenacious breed was known by many names, such as Oldie Bulldog, Olde Tyme Bulldog, Pit-bulldog and even the Olde English Bulldog term was used. There were many other names used depending on owner, breeder, area and time era they lived in. After the sport of Baiting was outlawed in 1835 the breed may have been extinct, but the Bulldog had many admirers. The ferocity has been bred out of the bulldog after years of selective breeding. The original athletic bulldog was crossed with dogs like the Pug to alter the attitude to make him easier to manage by new owners. The bulldog's appearance had also been drastically changed to fit the mold of the modern day Show Ring. The original look of the bulldog has changed so much that the breed is almost unrecognizable. With these changes come great health issues.

The Olde English Bulldog is like no other! Different types of this rare breed were being developed in the late 1960's to the early 1970's by individuals like Greg Hermes, The Wilkinson's, David Leavitt and others. These like minded bull breed fanciers were focused on re-creation of the 18th century Working type Bulldog. This recreation is very alert, friendly, courageous, and loyal breed. They make very good family guardians because of their intelligence and trainability. Some say that this recreation has the appearance of a Gladiator with their thick body, broad chest and massive head, with the Courage to match! Because of these fine qualities the breed has derived a very large and loyal following. This new breed is now a very healthy, active breed that can do any thing asked of him or her. On average the life span of a Bulldog is over eleven years. Thanks to the select group of breeders that stayed true to there goal they are now producing Bulldogs that are superior to its counter part! It is now up to the future generation of breeders to produce a Bulldog with only the best health and temperament! I think that the Olde English Bulldog has a very bright future and the rest is History.

Pioneer Kennels would like to thank all the breeders and like minded people who have taken the same goals in creating the healthiest Bulldogs alive!

If you would like to see some of our favorite Olde English Bulldog or all the different lines, We strongly believe these are some of the best Bulldogs on the PLANET!

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English Bulldog Adoption - Is it For You?

An English bullDog adoption is something to be taken very seriously. BullDogs are very popular. This adorable breed is #8 on the American Kennel Club's (AKC) list of most popular Dogs of 2009. Their sweet, gentle nature combined with their wonderfully squishy faces and rolling gait makes them irresistible to many. Yet BullDogs are quite expensive in relation to many other breeds of dogs. The cost can be prohibitive to many families looking to add a bully to the mix. Naturally, many people look at adopting a bulldog as a low cost way to own one. While the front-end cost may be lower than buying a bulldog from a respected breeder, long term costs can be tremendous.

Because bulldogs are so popular and expensive, relatively healthy and socially adjusted bulldogs have been rarely available for adoption. That being said, with the recent economic downturn, there has been an increase of healthy, socialized bulldogs put up for adoption due to people losing their homes. Generally, however, bulldogs with severe behavior issues and/or serious medical problems are the dogs found available for adoption. These dogs are still loveable and deserve an amazing home and should be adopted, but you need to be aware that adopting a bulldog may not be the bargain you are looking for.

Where To Look

If you are looking for a bulldog, look at the Bulldog Club of America (BCA). This is THE organization for bulldogs.  This club has been around even longer than the American Kennel Club (AKC).  The BCA is passionate about the health and welfare of bulldogs.

The rescue arm of this organization is extraordinary!  Be aware that they only work with purebred bulldogs.  Bulldog mixes can be found searching other shelters such as ASPCA.  The BCA is extremely choosy about who they allow to adopt their rescued dogs.

Be sure to check other bulldog rescue organizations in your area.

Check out Scott's website with lots of free resources to help you decide if a Bulldog is right for you. Click the link below to visit the site. It is full of free checklists, quizzes, links to bulldog rescue organizations and much more!

http://www.everythingenglishbulldogs.com/english-bulldog-adoption

Raising an English Bulldog With Children

Traditionally bred for baiting and attacking bulls, the English BullDog has gotten a bad reputation as an all-around aggressive Dog. Nothing could be further from the truth! This breed of Dog is actually very friendly, sociable, and intelligent. BullDogs can be wonderful with children, adults, and other animals so long as the proper training is provided.

English Bulldogs are fantastic with children. When first allowing your children to meet a new bulldog (or any breed, for that matter), make the introduction in steps and always have adult supervision, particularly with younger children. Your new pet should never be left alone with a child for any period of time without proper adult supervision. That said, the English Bulldog breed is notorious for being respectful of and patient with kids. They'd love to romp around in your yard or take long jogs with your children, but you must be careful to keep your bulldog adequately hydrated and monitor for signs of sunstroke, which this breed is prone to.

The English Bulldog is a very adaptable and loyal breed and will likely become a member of your family in a matter of hours. It is very easy to bond with a bulldog and your children will begin developing a relationship with your new pet almost immediately.

Bulldogs, due to their gentle nature, make terribly inadequate guard dogs. They are also not a very vocal breed unless they're really trying to tell you something. However, their tough-looking exterior and legendary reputation as an aggressive breed can often present the image of a guard dog to potential intruders.

If you collect expensive shoes or vintage furniture, the English Bulldog may not be the breed for you. Bulldogs love to chew on everything and need to be provided with lots of chew toys to deter this negative behavior.

Many people think of these bulldogs as lazy. They are happy to lie about on a comfy pillow or on the hardwood floor most of the day or curl up on the bed with their owner to read a book or watch some television. An English Bulldog is not going to be your jogging partner, but he will be your best friend if you love to relax at home with a cuddly friend by your side.

Bulldogs, despite their intelligence, can be very difficult to train. They are a very stubborn breed and are not very active. A typical bulldog can get distracted or bored during a training session and will just want to lay down instead!

The primary drawback to owning these sweet little dogs is the prominence of health problems in the breed. The English Bulldog's life span is usually at or under ten years. They are extremely susceptible to heat stroke, suffer from many respiratory and cardiac problems, and often develop arthritis.

Despite their chronic health problems, the English Bulldog makes an incredible and loving pet, perfect for a large family.

This article was written by John Jackson and has been contributed by http://www.greatdogsite.com. For more information on the English Bulldog, please visit our page http://www.greatdogsite.com/breeds/details/English_Bulldog/.

American Bulldog - The facts every owner of this dog breed should know

Descended from the English BullDog, the American BullDog was nearly extinct after World War II. Thanks to the efforts of John D. Summerville, this breed has returned from the edge of extinction and flourished in America. This working Dog has been described as fiercely loyal, an excellent hunter, and wonderful family pet. In fact, some American BullDogs are known for their extraordinary acts of bravery and courage when defending their masters.

There are two types of American Bulldog: Classic (also known as Johnson or Bully) and Standard (also known as Scott or Performance); however, many of today's American Bulldogs tend to be a combination of both. Standards tend to be shorter and stockier, causing them to sometimes be mistaken for their cousin the Pit Bull, but otherwise Classic and Standard American Bulldogs look similar to one another. American Bulldogs are primarily white though some may have patches of brindle or red. Their coats are short and wiry, feeling bristly and rough to the touch. American Bulldogs require relatively little maintenance thanks to this short coat, and only need the occasional bath and regular brushing with a stiff bristle brush. Their strong jaws give their heads a boxy and strong-looking appearance.

Male American Bulldogs will reach an average height of 22 to 27 inches and average weight of 75 to 125 pounds. Females will reach average heights of 20 to 25 inches and weights of 60 to 100 pounds. American Bulldogs will live, on average, 16 years. English Bulldogs were bred as working dogs that helped herd cattle and the American Bulldog retains some of these characteristics, particularly the strong jaw and equally strong personality. Though American Bulldogs are known as fierce protectors of their properties and masters (making them excellent guard and watch dogs), they are very gentle and good with both children and other family pets.

However, an American Bulldog is sometimes unaware of its own strength and for this reason, children should always be closely supervised when playing with this breed. In general, American Bulldogs can be difficult to train, as they are stubborn, but once consistently trained, will obey. American Bulldogs are suited for apartment life, as they tend to be relatively inactive indoors. However, they should be exercised at least once a day. Some American Bulldogs are prone to hip displaysia, but otherwise, are a healthy breed of dog.

There is a website that has great information on American Bulldogs and most other breeds of dogs. It has details that pertain to a dog breeds health, grooming, living conditions, best food choices and more, the website is called: Dog And Cat Facts, and can be found at this url:

http://www.dogandcatfacts.com

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