American Kennel Club. American Kennel Club 1884-1984 : A Source Book. Edited by Charles A.T. O’Neill. New York : Howell Book House,1985. Andree, Marie. The Bulldog : An Owner’s Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet. New York : Howell Book House,1998. Barnard,...
By Stan Zielinski I would sing a serenade to the wondrous beauty of canine locomotion. Over the years I have observed quite a number of people in the dog fancy, be they judges, breeders or other experts, go through the process of evaluating Saint Bernards...
By HJ van der Merwe The following observation regarding the movement of the true English Bulldog, might prove worthwhile contemplating for a moment: “How many times have we watched classes where one or two dogs in the class gait properly while everyone...
HandsofCaesar TM by artist Caesar Yanez The ancestry of the Bulldog has long been subject to controversy among cynologists and naturalists. Buffon considered the Bulldog as the parent of the Mastiff, while Sydenham Edwards contended that the Bulldog...
(Facts about bulldogs: A Bulldog Starter’s Guide) The easy part is deciding you want a dog. Your next step is to select a breed. With over 400 breeds (AKC registered and others) to choose from, this won’t be an easy task. Maybe you have already...
Preparation Unlike the long-coated or trimmed breeds, Bulldogs are relatively easy to show because they require very little preparation. If they get brushed regularly, they will naturally have a clean, shiny coat, which you can enhance by rubbing it with...
From The Kennel Club (UK) A Breed Standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament and appearance of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function. Absolute soundness is essential. Breeders and judges should at...
From the American Kennel Club (AKC) General Appearance The perfect Bulldog must be of medium size and smooth coat; with heavy, thick-set, low-swung body, massive short-faced head, wide shoulders and sturdy limbs. The general appearance and attitude should...
