| The Bulldog is one of the more popular breeds | | | | |
| and there is a good reason why. These dogs | | | | Bulldog Characteristics - These dogs are |
| have a one-of-a-kind look and incredible | | | | great fits for people in apartments and |
| personality that make them great companions | | | | townhomes. They do not have very much energy |
| and pets for a number of owners. With their | | | | and do not like to exercise often. Bulldogs |
| sad eyes and droopy jaws, the Bulldog is | | | | might be willing to take a stroll with you |
| immediately recognizable. | | | | but they are not suitable as jogging mates! |
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| Originally, the Bulldog was developed to help | | | | This dog can be much like a college-aged boy |
| butchers to slaughter cows. With its | | | | with its behavior. It will snore, drool and |
| persistent temperament, Bulldogs were used as | | | | fart often, which can be quite a turnoff. |
| bull baiters. The sport was banned and people | | | | There are occasions when they will have a |
| began to discover the Bulldog's loving | | | | minor scuffle with similarly sized dogs for a |
| nature. These dogs are now friendly and | | | | treat or toy. |
| sociable creatures. | | | | |
| | | | Bulldog Health Problems and Grooming Issues - |
| Bulldog Appearance - Although they only weigh | | | | The breed loves to eat. Make sure you do not |
| 40 to 50 pounds, the Bulldog is very | | | | let your dog become obese as it portends |
| powerful. The Bulldog measures between 12 to | | | | serious health problems in its later years. |
| 16 inches tall and they have a short body and | | | | Other health problems include allergies, hip |
| short legs as well as a flatish forehead. | | | | dysplasia, breathing and eye problems. |
| They have large jaws, but dark, gentle eyes | | | | |
| and either a straight or curly tail. | | | | Bulldogs do not fare well under UV rays. They |
| | | | can suffer from heatstroke easily which is |
| It is categorized under the Non-Sporting | | | | fatal. The Bulldog should use a choke collar |
| Group and it has only one concern in life: to | | | | to reduce problems it has with breathing and |
| become the owner's soul mate. They are well | | | | a regular leash should not be used. A harness |
| suited to their role in life. | | | | will help their small tracheas. |