Bulldog

Bulldog, also called English Bulldog, breed of dog developed centuries ago in England for use in fighting bulls (bullbaiting). Characteristically powerful and courageous, often vicious, and to a great extent unaware of pain, the Bulldog nearly disappeared when dogfighting was outlawed in 1835. Fanciers of the breed, however, saved it and bred out its ferocity. Nicknamed the “sourmug,” the Bulldog is a stocky dog that moves with a rolling gait. It has a large head, folded ears, a short muzzle, a protruding lower jaw, and loose skin that forms wrinkles on the head and face. See also French Bulldog.

The Bulldog has a short fine coat that is coloured tan, white, reddish brown, brindle, or piebald. It stands 13 to 15 inches (33 to 38 cm) tall at the withers and weighs 40 to 50 pounds (18 to 23 kg). Typically gentle and reliable, it is placed in the nonsporting group of the American Kennel Club, which officially recognized the breed in 1886. Several other breeds are known colloquially as Bulldogs, including various pit bull varieties, the French Bulldog, and the American Bulldog.

Care and upkeep

Bulldogs require more care than most breeds. They are prone to more health problems than most breeds due to their short muzzle and flattened facial structure. Bulldogs are prone to overheating, especially in warm environments and under circumstances where they can overexert themselves. The Bulldog’s shortened muzzle makes the breed especially prone to brachycephalic syndrome—a condition in which the nostril openings (nares) are too small, the soft palate is elongated, and tissue in the airway may partially obstruct airflow. When the dog pants, these tissues can swell, further obstructing airflow and reducing the dog’s ability to cool itself. To prevent overheating, Bulldog owners should provide air conditioning in the home and car and travel with fans and ice packs in summer in case of a vehicle breakdown. 

Extra care must also be taken when placing Bulldogs under anesthesia. Unlike other breeds, Bulldogs are unable to maintain passive respiration, so other measures must be used, such as stimulating the Bulldog’s upper airway muscles, to maintain the animal’s breathing rate. Bulldogs should be monitored near open water, since most Bulldogs cannot swim, and they can drown easily.

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