What makes the White English Bulldog Unique?
More than with any other dog breed, the bulldog’s character and personality is often misunderstood. Even his intelligence is sometimes questioned. Of course, like in all breeds, individuals differ greatly, but not all bulldogs are those lazy couch potatoes as described by the detractors of the breed. The points that are most often mentioned when talking about bulldogs are their faithfulness, their stubbornness, their protectiveness and their devotion to their loved ones.
Breed Groups
- Working Dog Breed
- Small Size
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Is the White English Bulldog Right For You?
The first thing that should be considered when looking at the Bulldog breed is what you will expect from your canine companion.
If you’re looking for a dog that will take a 10 mile hike with you, swim across the lake, go on field trips in 99 degree weather, jump over high obstacles, or locate and retrieve game, a Bulldog is not the best choice for you. However, they do a great job of locating T-bone steaks out on the grill!
In 5 Words
- Alert
- Docile
- Friendly
- Responsive
- Courgeuos
Characteristics
Learn About the White English Bulldog
Description
The White English Bulldog (WEB) is a moderate-sized, agile-bodied dog standing on moderate but powerful legs of average bone. The neck should be solid; shoulders should be well muscled and well defined. Elbows should be in line with the dog’s shoulders and feet. The musculature is not extreme or bulging as to allow for agility, quickness and endurance. The coat is coarse with slight feathering on backs of hind legs. Coat colors include white, with or without patches of color, shades of red brown, all shades of brindle; never covering more than 25% of body. Black-only pigmentation and spotting is found on the skin, around the eyes, on the nose and lips and the genitalia. The head is square with noticeable or moderate stop. Supra-orbital arches pronounced with a center crease between the eyes to the back of the head. Muzzle square and broad, half brick 2 1/2″ to 3 1/2″. Bite: Scissor, reverse scissor to 1″ under at most. The ears are rolled or flapped. The eyes can be any shade of brown, amber okay; blue is considered a fault in the breed. The feet are round and compact with noticeable webbing between toes. When the tail is not docked, it is thick at the base and feathered at the end.
Short History of the White English Bulldog
The English Bulldog has a rather disturbing history, as it was originally bred from the Asiatic Mastiff for its aggressiveness in baiting bulls and bears in ancient times. It was in the year 1209 that bull baiting, or having a dog grab onto the bull by the nose and hold on until the bull was killed, was first introduced in England. The Bulldog was bred to be a ferocious dog, that would hold on to the bull’s nose despite the pain that the bull would inflict on the dog. In 1835 the terrible “sport” was outlawed and owners of the Bulldogs tried to use the breed to fight in dogfights, but thankfully they did not fare well in this venue. Through the concentrated effort of dog lovers in the United Kingdom, the English Bulldog was bred to maintain their body shape and size, but remove the aggressiveness and replace it with the qualities of an excellent companion dog.
Temperament
The White English Bulldog is a family and livestock protection dog. It is a controller and retriever of the roughest livestock, even in wetlands. It suffices as an all-around hunter from treeing squirrels to bears. A very old and extremely rare breed in its true form, the WEB is a medium to large dog bred as an all-around farm and stock dog, specifically for protection of such. It is loyal and fiercely protective of its master, the master’s family, property, livestock and especially the children. As with all dogs, be sure you are this dog’s true pack leader, and it will be submissive to its handlers. The WEB is not bred to be a hunting dog, though it suffices adequately.
Caring for Your White English Bulldog
Grooming & Bathing
The short and very smooth coat of the English Bulldog is very easy to care for on a regular basis. A stiff bristle brush is all that is needed to gently groom the dog two or three times per week. It is important to keep the skin folds on the face, neck and tail carefully cleaned with a damp cloth to remove any debris and dead hair that may become trapped. This debris can cause irritations, leading to lesions and other infections in the folds of the skin. When cleaning the folds, be sure to wipe first with a slightly damp cloth then follow with a soft towel or dry cloth. Never leave the folds wet or use any type of soap or cleanser, as this can cause irritations and potential allergic reactions.
The English Bulldog should only be bathed when required, and never frequently. Bathing too often will dry out the skin and can lead to itchy, flaky and irritated skin. A soft, damp cloth can be used to gently and easily wipe down the dog should he or she become muddy or dirty. Check the nails regularly, and clip to keep them short and free from splinters or sharp points. The teeth can routinely be brushed using a finger sleeve or dog toothbrush and toothpaste.
The English Bulldog is considered an average shedder, and does not shed seasonally.
Exercise & Training
Needs a job to do. If the dog is in between jobs, for example, between hunting seasons, it needs to be taken for at least a long daily walk.
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