Dog
Pronunciation:
ohld ang-gli-kuhn bool-dawg
Breed Description:
The Old Anglican Bulldogge breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the American Pitbull Terrier with the English Bulldog. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Old Anglican Bulldogge will have qualities of both parents with a short, hard textured coat and a tail that is either tapered and long or corkscrewed. They should be medium to large in size and should have a boxy head with a strong jaw and wide shoulders. The body should be top heavy with wide shoulders and narrow hips. The coat is generally brindle or black in coloring but they can be found in any color that is common in the parent breeds . Ears are usually large, although they can be small and rose shaped, and usually hang down the side of the head.
Temperament:
The Old Anglican Bulldogge breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. They are very intelligent and while they do need a strong owner, the breed can be very easy to train and generally has an eager to please temperament. They are generally very courageous and take the role of protector within their family. They are good with children but they do better when they are raised with them. In addition, socialization is very important for this breed and with proper handling, they will get along with other dogs and will provide their family with a dedicated and loving companion.
Health Problems:
The Old Anglican Bulldogge breed of dog has no known health problems, however, is important to research both the American Pitbull Terrier and the English Bulldog to be aware of any potential health problems your dog could be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Old Anglican Bulldogge breed of dog can do very well in apartments if they are exercised properly, however, the ideal living condition is a home with a large fenced yard. In addition, while they do enjoy being outside, they should not be an outdoor dog; this is a breed that loves being with their owners.
Exercise:
The Old Anglican Bulldogge breed of dog are considered to have an average activity level and will need between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. However, if they take after their American Pitbull Terrier parent, then expect them to have a high energy level and need about 60 minutes of exercise each day.
Life Expectancy:
9 to 12 years
Grooming:
The Old Anglican Bulldogge is a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a month. The only other task is to wipe down the dog's face, wrinkles and around the eyes on a daily basis to reduce the risk of skin infections.
Origin:
The Old Anglican Bulldogge breed of dog is a designer `hybrid` breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Old Anglican Bulldogge, it is important to read up on both the American Pitbull Terrier and the English Bulldog. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
