English Bulldogs are gregarious and friendly animals. They have a generally docile, if stubborn, attitude. Their temperament is friendly, but their sour expression and muscular build probably reveals much more about their history.
English Bulldogs were probably bred from Mastiffs in the late 1500s. There is some dispute about this subject. It is also possible that both Mastiffs and English Bulldogs were bred from the Alaunt. Some even believe that Mastiffs are the ancestor of the English Bulldog. Regardless of their origin, we know that these dogs were bred to be stocky, strong, low, and fast. These features allowed them to do just what their name implies-fight bulls.
Although pretty unthinkable now, English Bulldogs were initially bred …

Obesity is one of the most common problems affecting dogs of any breed, even the tough looking English Bulldog is at risk.
In fact, dog experts believe that obesity is the fourth leading cause of death among dogs. Why? Be aware that, just like humans, fat dogs are more prone to heart disease, fatty liver disease, cancer, canine diabetes, kidney issues as well skeletal stress.
You will know if Fido is overweight when you can no longer feel his ribs because of the increasing amounts of fat. There is also minimal or no tuck up in the tummy area. While obese dogs have heavy fat over the ribs, along the spine and around the tail, morbidly fat …