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The Olde English Bulldogge
The Olde English Bulldogge, a breed developed by David Leavitt in America, aimed to recreate the appearance and athleticism of the extinct bull-baiting bulldog from the Regency period without the perceived aggression. Leavitt started the development of this breed in the 1970s by crossbreeding the English Bulldog, American Bulldog, Bullmastiff, and American Pit Bull Terrier. In 2008, the Canine Developmental Health and Performance Registry began evaluating the Olde English Bulldogge for acceptance by the United Kennel Club. Finally, in 2014, the United Kennel Club officially recognized the Olde English Bulldogge as a purebred dog and listed it in their Guardian Dog Group.
The Olde English Bulldogge breed was specifically developed to prioritize the overall athleticism and health of the dog. With a lifespan ranging from 9 to 14 years, they are known to be free of breathing complications and reproduce naturally. They are confident, strong dogs who respond well to socialization and training. In terms of size, they can weigh anywhere from 50 to 80 pounds, with some outliers reaching over 100 pounds. Their height ranges from 16 to 20 inches at the shoulder. With their friendly and outgoing nature, Olde English Bulldogges make excellent companions. They have a medium energy level and require moderate exercise. This breed is known for their attentiveness, boldness, and courage. They are loyal and excel as protectors of their family and territory.
The Oldie English Bulldogge make-up is:
50% English Bulldog
16% American Bulldog
16% American Pitbull Terrier
16% Mastiff
The Olde English Bulldogge is recognized by the following registries:
UKC – United Kennel Club
IOEBA – International Olde English Bulldogge Association
ABKC – American Bully Kennel Club
CKC – Continental Kennel Club
BBA – Bully Breeders Association
ABA – American Bully Association
OBBA – Olde Bulldogge Breed Association
IBKC – International Bully Kennel
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The Mammoth Bulldog
The Mammoth Bulldog is an interesting breed that combines the Olde English Bulldogge, English Bulldogge, American Bulldog, Bullmastiff and Bandogge. One of the defining features of this breed is its long hair, which is often seen as feathering around the ears, back of legs, and tail. The Mammoth Bulldogs of Fishers Coastal Bulldogges specifically come from Olde English Bulldogge lines and are indistinguishable from their counterparts in terms of size, health, and temperament. With their unique lineage and beautiful long coat, the Mammoth Bulldog is a striking and distinctive breed.
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It's uncertain where the "L" gene in select Olde English Bulldogge lines originated. However, it is known that there are long hair variations in some of the Olde English Bulldogge foundational breeds. For instance, long hair American Bulldogs and Mastiffs exist. It may be possible the gene was carried through from one of these breeds. Alternatively, it's possible the long hair gene came from an outcross that was used to introduce features such as tan points or merle. Or perhaps the gene was introduced to intentionally create long hair bulldogs.
The presence of recessive variants in the FGF5 gene are associated with long hair in dogs. These recessive variants are commonly referred to as the "L" gene. It's best explained this way: There are two alleles, S and L, with S representing short hair and L representing long hair. Dogs with the S/S genotype will have short hair. Dogs with the S/L genotype will also have short hair, but they carry the long hair variant and can pass it to their offspring. If an S/L dog mates with another S/L or L/L dog, a percentage of their offspring can have long hair. Finally, dogs with the L/L genotype will have long hair.
The Mammoth Bulldog and the Olde English Bulldogge share almost identical genetics. The key differentiating factor between them is the presence of the "L" gene and long hair. Due to this distinction, they are recognized individually and registered under separate breed organizations.
The Mammoth Bulldog is recognized by the following registry:
BBA - Bully Breeder's Association
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