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Olde English Bulldogge Champions
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Pronunciation:
ohld ing-glish bool-dawg
Breed Description:
The Olde English Bulldogge breed of dog is a medium to large sized breed of dog that should be muscular and athletic in appearance. They should be slightly longer than they are tall and the top line should have a roll back, or roach, which is a slight dip after the shoulders. The head should be large and well-formed with a short, square muzzle. The head should not be too large and should be in proper proportion to the body. The ears of the Olde English Bulldogge can be rose shaped or button shaped, although the former is preferred and the tail should be medium in length and tapered to a point.
The coat of the Olde English Bulldogge should be short and close to the skin. It should cover the dog completely and have a shiny appearance. The texture is usually medium in roughness. They can be found in a number of colors including white, black, red, fawn, brindled or pied.
Temperament:
The Olde English Bulldogge breed of dog is a calm and gentle breed that is knwon for their intelligence, courage and protective nature. While they are a loving breed that is devoted to their family, this is not a breed for everyone. They can be very aggressive to other animals and dogs as well as to people and they really need ample socialization to accept others. They are also very stubborn at times and they do need an owner that can be firm and consistent with rules and training. This is not a breed for new or timid dog owners. However, if they are trained and socialized properly, the Olde English Bulldogge is a loving and happy breed that can be a wonderful companion and family dog.
Height:
The average height for an Olde English Bulldogge is between 16 to 19 inches for a female and 17 to 20 inches for a male.
Weight:
The average weight for an Olde English Bulldogge is between 50 to 70 pounds for a female and 60 to 80 pounds for a male.
Health Problems:
The Olde English Bulldogge breed of dog is considered to be a healthy breed but they can suffer from a number of health problems including hip dysplasia and gastric torsion, which is also known as bloat.
Living Conditions:
The Olde English 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 Olde English Bulldogge breed of dog are considered to have an average activity level and will need between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day.
Life Expectancy:
11 to 13 years
Grooming:
The Olde English Bulldogge breed of dog 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.
Origin:
The Olde English Bulldogge breed of dog is actually a new breed of dog but they are not considered to be a designer breed since they have been accepted by a number of registries and kennel clubs. The breed was created in the 1970's by a David Leavitt who wanted to create a healthier English Bulldog that looked closer to what the breed originally looked like. To do this, the David Leavitt crossed the English Bulldog with the Bullmastiff, American Bulldog and the Pitbull Terrier to create a dog that looked similar to the English Bulldog but with a longer muzzle and narrower shoulders. The result was a healthier Bulldog type breed that has gained popularity over the last few decades because of their better health and their ability as a working breed. 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.
