Bulldog Breeders Around The World

Bulldog history originates in England. The term Bulldog generally refers to the English version of the breed though there are also French and American Bulldogs. The original Bulldog, the Old English bulldog, was a large dog used to drive cattle. The English later bred these dogs to be aggressive and used them in gambling sports like bull baiting and dog fighting. When England passed the Cruelty to Animals Act of1849, bull baiting and dog fighting were banned and much of the population lost interest in the Bulldog.

Though not a dog for everyone, fans of the English Bulldog love these dogs for life. The Bulldog is a tenacious, strong-willed breed and is often used as a mascot by many colleges and the military. The Bulldog is the official mascot of England and, though other versions of the Bulldog exist, is viewed as a traditional English symbol. English and French Bulldogs are the result of a mixture of Mastiff and Pug. American Bulldogs more closely resemble Old English Bulldogs, which were taller and faster than the European versions of today.

The American Bulldog is another breed that is larger in size and resembles its cousin, the Pit Bull, more than the English or French Bulldog. Buyers of Bulldogs should thoroughly research this breed before committing to ownership. All three versions of Bulldog require extensive care and may have exorbitant veterinary bills due to inherent medical conditions.

For example, French and English Bulldog bitches usually require caesarian sections to deliver puppies due to the size of puppies' heads being too large to pass through the birth canal. Not all owners are prepared to go to such lengths for their pets.

Bulldogs buyers should approach Bulldog breeders with a list of questions. Good breeders will be able to provide extensive Bulldog information. Buyers should also expect Bulldog breeders to interview them to make sure they can adequately provide for Bulldog puppies.

Buyers should be positive that they want a Bulldog before buying and should be experienced dog owners as Bulldogs are not appropriate for novice pet owners. Buyers can ask Bulldog Breeders questions about care, grooming and discipline. A good Bulldog breeder will be able to provide answers to all of a buyer's questions.

Puppies are well socialized, parents are often kept on-site. Buyers can meet puppy parents if available, puppies and parents have been screened for common genetic disorders, breeders provide pertinent medical and immunization records, breeders discontinue breeding Bulldogs with known health or behavioral problems, breeders only have one litter available at a time, breeders offer warranties against health conditions, breeders either run or are affiliated with breed-specific rescue centers, breeders interview buyers to ensure a good match with a puppy, breeders are prepared to answer buyer questions, breeders are experts on Bulldog information.

Bulldog buyers have a responsibility to research both breed and breeder before buying a purebred Bulldog. It is important not to continue the cycle of puppy mill breeding. Buyers should report any breeder they suspect of mistreating animals. A good Bulldog breeder will do the same and will encourage buyers to look into rescued Bulldogs.

About the Author

Bobby Callahan is a passionate lover of the Bulldog and owns a popular website that can teach you how to have a happy, healthy and well behaved Bulldog. Among other topics there, you can also learn all about Bulldog Breeders Around The World plus a whole lot more.