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A Guide To Breeds - Non Sporting Dogs
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Kennel Club Group
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Non Sporting
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General Size
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Small - Medium
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Exercise requirements
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Low
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Adult Height
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Female: 50lbs
Male: 55lbs
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Suitability for Children
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High
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Adult Weight
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50 - 70 lb
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Compatibility other pets
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High
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Average Lifespan
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7 - 9 years
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Grooming Requirements
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Low
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Description
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Unmistakable for any other breed the Bulldog is the most heavily built of all dogs. The overall look is short and
wide with a massive, powerful head, heavy musculature, thick set bones and large feet. The muzzle is short and
pug with a black nose and large nostrils, the ears small and set high on the head, the eyes wide spaced and very
round. The skin is characteristically loose all over the body with wrinkles on the face and neck and the upper lip
hanging down over the lower. The Bulldogs motion is unique, not so much running as locomoting forwards,
typically with steam train like sound effects included. The coat is short, close and fine and colouring is all shades
of fawn through red, brindle, white and pied (white with any of the previous colors).
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Breed Origins
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The Bulldog was developed from the ancient breed of Bullenbeissers, a mastiff like dog used for guarding and
attacking wild animals and brought to the UK by the Romans. Breeders in the UK started in the 13th century to
develop the breed further in an attempt to create the ultimate bull baiter. Firstly they were selected and bred for
tolerance - there are tales of Bulldogs disembowelled still hanging on to the bull and bringing it down. They were
bred to be 'front heavy' so that there was less likelihood of their backs being broken in the struggle, their height
was also gradually decreased to the current Bulldog form. Thankfully, bull baiting was banned in the 19th century
and today's Bulldog has none of the aggression of it's ancestors, deliberate breeding for character over many
tenacity, so once latched on to a bull they would not let go short of death, then for an extremely high pain decades
has produced a dog that totally belies it's looks being perhaps the most gentle and human friendly of all tenacity,
so once latched on to a bull they would not let go short of death, then for an extremely high pain dogs.
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Temperament
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The Bulldog is an affectionate, gentle and determined animal; they are true people dogs and are happiest taking it
get on well with other household pets. Training should start early and be firm and consistent as they can be
stubborn, however training must be a matter of mutual respect, they are not a dog to be 'made' to do anything.
The Bulldog is an affectionate, gentle and determined animal; they are true people dogs and are happiest taking it
They are fantastic watchdogs, totally courageous and willing to die to protect their family. Surprisingly energetic as
pups, they do slow down when mature after which you will have a loving companion for the rest of their lives. All
Bulldogs owners will tell you that their dogs have a genuine sense of humour!
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Care
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Grooming of the coat itself is minimal with just the occasional brush to remove dead and loose hair however care
needs to be taken in other areas such as the wrinkles which need to be kept clean. One other task that the
Bulldog owner faces is wiping their dogs backsides, for the Bulldog it is a physical impossibility to reach and clean
their own rear and and you will need to wipe under the tail after toileting to ensure the area is kept clean.
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Exercise and Feeding
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Exercise for a Bulldog is not extensive, in fact you may at times have to persuade them that it's time to go out, a
couple of short walks per day at a steady pace are adequate. They also love time off of the lead and can move
surprisingly fast in short bursts. They should not be exercised or allowed to sunbathe in very hot weather as they
overheat quickly and this can be fatal.
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Breed Description & Information
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Breed Clubs
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Breeders
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Rescue Organizations & Shelters
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Books & Merchandise
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Note: The breed registries indicated above are the most recognized of all-breed registries. The breed may also be recognized by
other registries not indicated here.
* The FCI is the World Canine Organization, which includes members (one member per country) that each issue their own pedigrees
and train their own judges. The FCI recognizes 332 breeds, with each being the "property" of a specific country. The FCI is not a
breed registry nor does it issue pedigrees.
Potential Health Problems
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In many ways the Bulldog is the ultimate family dog, loving, brave, gentle and funny but with this breed comes a
heavy responsibility due to the numerous health problems from which they can suffer. The most dangerous is
their susceptibility to overheating - this can happen fast and be fatal, potential owners need to know what to do in
this situation before taking on a Bulldog. They can also suffer joint problems and both mating and birth are
problematic as male dogs may have difficulty in mounting the bitch and at least 50% of Bulldog births are by
caesarian section as the pups heads are too large for the birth canal. They're also prone to allergies both from
food and hayfever, food allergies can be overcome through diet control but hayfever will need vet treatment each
hayfever season. One further problem is that Bulldogs have a huge pain tolerance and will shrug off minor, and
sometimes major, injuries which require treatment, they need their owners eyes sometimes to identify problems.
Health & Nutrition - This growing sections of Beantown Dogs includes an alphabetical listing of canine health
issues as well as information on nutrition.
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Select from the following links to view Airedale Terrier Breeder listings; Breed Clubs; Rescue
Organizations; as well as Books and Merchandise.
Breed Description & Information / Clubs / Breeders / Rescue Organizations / Books & Merchandise
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