by Jack Lawrence

The ugliest for some and the most beautiful for others; opinion may vary but the fact still remains, the English Bulldog is one of the most well-received and well-loved pets around the world. This creature, despite of its short size, looks massive with its thick-set and low to the ground body. Despite its violent and bloody ancestry line, it is friendly, calm and gentle.

Many people perceive the English Bulldog's pug face, stocky body, and stout height as unacceptable oddity. Its coat, short and smooth, comes in colors of red brindle, solid white, solid red, fawn or fallow and piebald. Observing its gait, it has this sidewise and shuffling motion that is attributed by its loose joints.

The English Bulldog is actually a reminiscent of its old bull baiting ancestors, the then bulldogs, during the 15th century England when bull baiting was considered as a popular past time among royals and common people alike. The bull dogs, bred originally from the massive and vicious Mastiff, fought against the bulls and most times stopping only until either dies. When this barbaric and bloody past time was banned in England, breed fanciers imported the bulldogs to America and Germany in order to develop other breeds such as the Boxer.

The remaining bulldogs in England were cross with the pug dogs and the result is the present day English Bulldog. The new breed of bulldog is surprisingly friendly, biddable and affectionate with children. It is far from aggressive and in fact is not hyper active that's why it has only joined in dog shows and not in obedience competitions.

This breed can be quite unmoving at times but is greatly loyal to its human owners. It gets along fine with other animals and is actually outstanding with children. Unlike other hyper dogs that love to play outdoors, this breed loves to stay indoors and do a little exercise.

As a puppy, the English Bulldog is sprightly but as it grows in to an adult, it tames and calms down a lot. It strives best indoors and would rather not exercise unlike other breeds that need constant activities. This dog also overheats easily and thus shouldn't be left out in an improperly ventilated space.

It also looks funny and adorable, too, when it sleeps for it is prone to drooling and snoring. Caring for and cleaning of this breed is also easy as it only needs a regular brushing with a rough cloth. Be sure as well not to over indulge it with food for it will completely neglect exercising.

It is necessary as well to powder its fold and wrinkles during hot weathers so as to freshen him up a bit. Despite its supposedly scary looking wrinkly face, the English Bulldog has only gentle and laid back qualities to boast. And even if it came from an unpleasant breed, it managed to become gentle and affectionate without a hint of aggressiveness today.

About the Author:
Jack Lawrence is an experienced breeder of the English Bulldog breed. Now he is an author of many English Bulldog information. Go to his site today and read information on English Bulldog training, grooming, breeding and so much more!

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