| Bulldogs have been used to fight in the past but now | | | | around the house in the company of the human family |
| they are friendly companion dogs for adults and | | | | that makes it an admirable and a lovable pet especially |
| children alike. Three of the most popular kinds of | | | | with children. Due to its placid nature, bulldog can |
| bulldogs are the American bulldog, French bulldog and | | | | tolerate being prodded by children without being |
| the English bulldog. | | | | annoyed. It is described as affectionate and very |
| Origin/History of English bulldog | | | | dependable animal. Developing a relationship with a |
| The English bulldog was originated in the British Isles, a | | | | bulldog is easy due to its adaptable and loyal nature. It |
| descendant from the ancient Asiatic Isles. It has short | | | | is a dog breed of extreme excellence despite of its |
| legs and wide, medium sized body. Although its | | | | stubborn nature due to its very docile characteristic. |
| appearance can be intimidating, yet it is one of the | | | | This breed loves to chew on anything so it is advisable |
| gentlest dogs. It has been so popular since 1800 as an | | | | to provide the breed with chew toys to prevent |
| excellent and devoted pet. | | | | destruction. It is very difficult to train bulldogs due to its |
| It is chosen as a symbol of a nation and chosen as an | | | | lazy nature and stubbornness despite of its intelligence. |
| emblem by organizations by some individuals | | | | The character and personality of this kind of breed is |
| worldwide. The original purpose in breeding this animal | | | | misunderstood by many people. |
| is to help butchers in controlling violent and unruly oxen | | | | Life Span |
| and to act as guard dog during hunting while showing | | | | The life expectancy of a bulldog is at an average of 8 |
| its tough looking appearance. The name Bulldog comes | | | | years. Some have shorter lives while some live longer. |
| from the word "Bull" because of its use in "Bull Bating" | | | | Character/Life Preservation |
| and that resembles a little bull too. This breed was | | | | In order to preserve the splendid qualities and eliminate |
| very popular among noblemen and royalty. | | | | the undesirable characters of bulldog, dog lovers now |
| Characteristics | | | | applied scientific breeding that brought about the fine |
| English bulldog has a big head and a short snout. | | | | appearance and character of an English bulldog which |
| Because of its low energy, this dog enjoys lounging | | | | anyone can now regard and exhibit it with pride. |