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Olde Victorian Bulldogge Champions
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Pronunciation:
ohld vik-tawr-ee-uhn bool-dawg
Breed Description:
The Olde Victorian Bulldogge breed of dog is a large sized breed that should be compact and muscular. They should have wide shoulders and a slightly narrower hip but they should not be too top heavy. The breed should have smooth lines and they should appear to be very sturdy with a body that is almost square in proportions. The top line should have a roll back, or roach, which is a slight dip after the shoulders and the tail can be cork screwed, pump handle or medium in length and tapered to a point. The ears should either be rose shaped or button shaped and the head should be square with a short muzzle and wrinkles around the bridge of the nose and down the sides of the muzzle.
The coat of the Olde Victorian 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, tan, fawn, brindled or pied.
Temperament:
The Olde Victorian Bulldogge breed of dog is a gentle and affectionate breed that usually has an amazing temperament. They generally get along well with everyone and while they can be protective of their family, they can also learn to accept stranger very quickly. The breed is known for being stubborn and they are not recommended for new or timid owners since the Olde Victorian Bulldogge requires firm rules and consistent training. The breed does well with children and is usually very patient with them. They are very loyal and while they can be intimidating, they are rarely aggressive.
Height:
The average height for an Olde Victorian Bulldogge is between 17 to 19 inches for a female and 18 to 19.5 inches for a male.
Weight:
The average weight for an Olde Victorian Bulldogge is between 55 to 85 pounds for a female and 65 to 100 pounds for a male.
Health Problems:
The Olde Victorian Bulldogge breed of dog is considered to be a healthy breed but they do have some health problems, specifically with their eyes. These are cherry eye and entropian.
Living Conditions:
The Olde Victorian 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 Victorian Bulldogge breed of dog has a high energy level and really needs ample exercise. Expect to give your Olde Victorian Bulldogge between 45 to 60 minutes per day.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 14 years
Grooming:
The Olde Victorian 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 Victorian Bulldogge breed of dog, like many of the other Olde Bulldogge breeds is a fairly new breed, however, it is no longer considered to be a mixed breed or a designer breed. The Olde Victorian Bulldogge was developed in the hopes of creating a breed that closely resembled the English Bulldog during the Victorian age. To do this, a man by the name of Carlos Woods began crossing the English Bulldog with the Staffy Bull, German Boxer, Olde Bulldogge and the American Bulldogge. The result was a breed that closely resembled the English Bulldog but without many of the health problems. The breed was developed in the late 1980's and has been accepted by a number of registries. 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.
