| The Bulldog was classified as a breed as far back as | | | | from 8 weeks of age. Although they are not the |
| medieval times. Developed in Great Britain for its | | | | quickest of learners, they love human attention, and |
| tenacity and power to attack and kill bulls in the | | | | fortunately are eager to please their owners. Try |
| arena, it has subsequently evolved, through selective | | | | obedience classes, new people and strange dogs, will |
| breeding, in to the affectionate and loyal dog loved | | | | help to socialize your puppy far quicker than a |
| by so many owners today.The American Kennel Club | | | | traditional approach.Bulldogs, in common with most |
| has classified the Bulldog in the Non-Sporting Group. | | | | dogs, love their food. Because of their dislike of |
| He weighs in at around 44 to 55 pounds and reaches | | | | exercise, obesity is quite common in this breed, so |
| 12 to 16 inches in height. You can't mistake the squat, | | | | you will need to be vigilant about the portions that |
| compact body, massive head, and large jaws, for | | | | you feed your dog. Hip dysplasia and eye problems |
| any other breed. Powerful is the word that instantly | | | | should also be watched for.They can suffer from |
| comes to mind. But, gaze in to those dark, gentle | | | | breathing problems, so you should never walk them |
| eyes and you realise that your dealing with a big | | | | using a choke collar. A dog harness will prevent any |
| softy really.These dogs make ideal pets for | | | | damage to their already small windpipes. New owners |
| apartment owners. They are definetly an indoors | | | | need to be particularly careful in warm weather as |
| breed. Perhaps, they are not the most energetic of | | | | this dog breed is prone to heatstroke.Having a very |
| dogs, but they will still enjoy a short stroll in the | | | | short coat the Bulldog needs just a quick brushing |
| morning and perhaps a leisurely walk alongside you in | | | | through with a good bristle brush once or twice a |
| the evening. The Bulldog has one mission in life--and | | | | week, to remove the loose hair and dirt. However, |
| that is to be your loyal companion.Like any breed, | | | | the wrinkles on their face require careful cleaning with |
| these dogs have flaws. Living with a Bulldog you | | | | a damp cloth every day. Without this regular |
| could be excused from thinking that your living in a | | | | maintenance your dog could develop a nasty skin |
| frat house. Snoring, drooling, and quite frequent | | | | infection.The Bulldog can be a loving family pet, and a |
| passing of gas is the norm. But you will find that you | | | | loyal companion. So, if your a bit of a couch potato, |
| will excuse these sweet natured dogs almost | | | | and you don't mind a dog that loves attention. Then, |
| anything.Bulldogs are powerful, and can be willful. So, | | | | this could be the right dog breed for you. |
| it would be wise of you to start training your dog | | | | |