Bulldog

From 1150 to 1815, when dogfighting was banned in England, these dogs were employed in bullbaiting, hence their name. Bred for their suitability for this cruel sport of attacking tethered bulls and giving them a final mortal bite on the nose, dogs of this breed have a squashed face that enabled them to breathe while biting the bull and a compact, muscular body to complement their combative spirit and ferocity. The legacy of this genetic engineering also includes snoring and drooling, and, because newborn bulldog puppies’ head are so large, they are usually delivered by cesarean section.

The bulldog, however, has since become a cheerful, friendly, expressive, peaceful and obedient dog and is very popular as an intelligent and winsome household pet.

Because of their short muzzles, they cannot control their body temperature well and are sensitive to heat. Also, their food intake should be monitored.

Coat care is simple, but keeping these dogs clean requires a little effort; Wipe between their wrinkles, and regularly clean their eyes, ears, and muzzles.

Origin: United Kingdom
Size: (male) Height 12-16 inches; weight about 56 pounds
(female) Height 12-16 inches; weight 51 pounds
Coat: Short and dense. Colors include red brindle and other brindle, as well as solid colors such as white, red, fawn, and fallow, and white-and-red and white-and-black mixtures.