Bulldog, English name: Bulldog, also known as: Tiger dog, Bull Terrier, Bulldog, originated in England. It has wrinkles on its face and has a strange and cute appearance. But it has tremendous power, developed muscles, and disproportionate body size. It is one of the most powerful fighting dog breeds, walking gracefully with a gentlemanly demeanor. The adult Bulldog weighs about 23kg and stands at a shoulder height of 30-36cm, making it a medium-sized dog.
The Bulldog is deeply loved by people all over the world, serving as a mascot for many schools, organizations, and even some countries. For example, the mascot of Yale University is a Bulldog named "Handsome Dan," and Bulldogs also serve as mascots for Butler University Bulldogs sports teams and the United States and British Marine Corps.
Bulldog, originated from the ancient Molossus, it is said that in the 13th century in England, there was a popular activity where bulls and bulldogs fought each other, and the activity only ended when the bulldogs bit the bulls until they were injured and exhausted. In order to cater to the needs of this activity, people specially bred a breed of dogs with short legs, fierce temperament, and strong jaws from the Mastiff family. It is said that this breed also has Tibetan Mastiff and Pug bloodlines.
In 1835, the bullfighting sport was banned in England because of its excessive cruelty and bloodiness, and as a result, the role of bulldogs was lost. People no longer valued bulldogs and they faced the danger of extinction. Some dog enthusiasts did not want to see this breed disappear. Although bulldogs were fierce and no longer needed, they still hoped to preserve the excellent qualities of the breed. Therefore, they dedicated themselves to breeding a breed that could retain and enhance some good qualities, and eliminate its undesirable characteristics. Their persistent efforts finally paid off, and the bred bulldogs, which are now called English Bulldogs, have become one of the breeds with tremendous physical strength. Their primitive wildness has been reduced to the minimum, and they have become gentle, kind, and extremely affectionate. However, the biggest changes are in their body size and wrinkled face. Although they still retain their original fierceness in appearance, which can be intimidating, it does not prevent them from becoming the national dog of England and a unique symbol of the country. Today, bulldogs are common pets in families. They not only accompany and care for people in daily life, but also serve as special dogs in the US military for search and delivery of military intelligence.
Bulldogs are suitable for families with spacious environments. They are understanding, calm, and do not bark randomly. Although they have a fierce appearance, they have a kind and graceful personality. They are loyal to their owners and friendly to children. They are excellent guard dogs. They show incredible bravery when encountering unexpected accidents and can protect their owners with amazing endurance.
1. Heart disease
Dog heart disease is mostly related to obesity and old age. When dogs have heart disease, they mainly show symptoms such as fatigue and shortness of breath. It is difficult to detect dog's heart disease, and when the owner notices it, the dog is already seriously ill.
2. Infectious diseases
Canine distemper and canine parvovirus are common malignant infectious diseases in dogs with high mortality rates. Dogs that have not been vaccinated in a timely manner are prone to these two infectious diseases. Once they get sick, they will show symptoms such as listlessness, loss of appetite, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.
3. Kidney disease
When it comes to common diseases and symptoms in dogs, kidney disease must be mentioned. The terror of dog kidney disease lies in the unconscious process of the disease. After the owner discovers it, the damage to the dog's kidney cells often exceeds 75%. When dogs have problems, the symptoms are usually hematuria, abnormal urine color, and changes in urination habits, etc.
4. Parasites
Intestinal parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, and heartworms are common parasites in dogs. When dogs become infected with gastrointestinal parasites, the main symptoms are emaciation, listlessness, diarrhea, presence of worms in the feces, pale gums, etc. Heartworm is a parasite that lives in the dog's heart. After a dog becomes infected, it will show symptoms such as poor vitality, coughing, anemia, asthma, and abdominal effusion.
5. Canine pneumonia
Pneumonia is also a common disease in dogs, but canine pneumonia is a complication of other diseases, which often occurs in dogs with abnormalities in the upper respiratory system, bacterial infections, canine distemper infection, viral flu, impaired lung function, and heartworm infection. Cough, nasal congestion, and fever are the main symptoms of canine pneumonia.
1. The Bulldog is very afraid of heat, so it is important to pay attention to changes in the climate. In hot summers, be careful of heatstroke. When Bulldogs feel very hot and have difficulty breathing, it is because their flat face and tight mouth can easily cause common symptoms of respiratory obstruction. However, their probability of suffering from other diseases is very low.
2. Bulldogs should not engage in intense exercise in daily life, as it can cause excessive heart load. However, they do need moderate exercise and can be taken for a run in the cooler hours of the morning or evening.
3. The diet should be moderate and attention should be paid to nutritional balance. Generally, dog food can solve most problems, but remember to supplement calcium and vitamins. Since Bulldogs cannot engage in vigorous exercise, feeding should be moderate to prevent excessive nutrition and obesity.
4. Training can be started when Bulldogs are 2-5 months old, which is the golden period for training. Training needs to be repeated multiple times, and they need to learn slowly.
5. It is strictly prohibited for Bulldogs to rummage through garbage bins. When going out, it is important to prohibit them from eating things outside to avoid poisoning or illness.
6. It is necessary to train Bulldogs to have the habit of following. Running away and being involved in accidents is one of the main reasons for unexpected deaths of Bulldogs.
1. Can't bathe frequently
When bathing a dog, of course, it cannot be too frequent. The frequency of bathing a dog depends on the dog's hygiene. If the weather is hot in summer, bathe the dog one or two more times, and reduce it by one or two times in winter. But in general, it should not exceed 5 times. Otherwise, it will damage its fur and skin!
2. Be diligent in brushing
Dogs shed almost every day, especially during the spring and autumn seasons when seasonal shedding is more severe. To make the fur grow well, diligent brushing is an important step. Pet owners can use dedicated pet combs to help dogs clean naturally shed fur and avoid tangling. Brush once in the morning and evening, about five minutes each time.
3. Sunbathe
Sunbathing is beneficial to the growth of a dog's fur. In addition to making the fur shinier, it can also help kill bacteria. At the same time, pet owners can let the dog exercise a bit while sunbathing, which can help improve the dog's physical fitness and promote blood circulation, helping to grow healthier fur.
4. Deworming
Poor fur quality is actually closely related to parasites. Parasites absorb a large amount of nutrients from the dog's body, depriving them of nutrition. Therefore, deworming is necessary. It is recommended to do both internal and external deworming at the same time. Deworming medication can cause significant damage to the dog's intestines and stomach, so it is advisable to feed probiotics regularly to alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort.
5. Pay attention to diet
In order for a dog to have a shiny coat, a solid nutritional foundation must be established, and attention should be paid to daily diet. On the one hand, feed the dog nutritious and healthy dog food, choose a brand that is suitable for the dog and provides sufficient nutrition to meet the dog's needs. On the other hand, you can feed the dog with lean meat, cooked egg yolks, and vegetable oil in moderation.
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