English Bulldog
| Bulldog
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| Alternative names
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| British Bulldog
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| English Bulldog
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| Country of origin
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| United Kingdom
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| Classification
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| FCI: | Group 2 Section 2
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| AKC: | Non-sporting
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| ANKC: | Group 7 (Non-Sporting)
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| CKC: | Group 6 - Non-Sporting Dogs
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| KC(UK): | Utility
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| NZKC: | Non-sporting
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| UKC: | Companion Breeds
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| Breed standards (external links)
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The English Bulldog, often called simply the Bulldog, is a medium-sized dog breed, originally used for bullbaiting, in which trained bulldogs attacked and killed tied-up bulls for sport during the 17th century. The practice of bullbaiting was banned in England in 1835.
The bulldog has a very smooth coat, wrinkly cheeks, powerful front legs and smaller hind legs. Contrary to classic cartoon parodies that depicted the bulldog as ferocious and wearing a spiked dog collar, the bulldog is not a vicious dog breed and gets along well with both humans (including children) and other dog breeds. Bulldogs are very friendly, but stubborn and protective.
Bulldogs tend to have breathing problems, as their flat face restricts air. Other common health problems include cherry eye, allergies, and (among older bulldogs) hip problems and cataracts.
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