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History
The Olde English Bulldogge originated in England between 1600 and 1700. These were the early ancestors to many of the bull breeds that exist today including the English Bulldog and the American Bulldog. They were bred to participate in blood sports like bull bating. The sport became very popular through the mid 18th century. The point of the sport was to find a bull and allowing several Bulldogges to attack it. These dogs needed to be agile and have tremendous courage. This dog was of medium size but, the larger Bulldogges were a result of mastiff crosses.
Around 1835, laws were passed in England prohibiting bull bating and the Olde English Bulldogges main purpose was gone. Within a decade the numbers of bulldogges declined rapidly almost to extinction. Dog show fanciers eventually decided to reconstruct the breed, but wanted to eliminate the aggressive temperament of the original Olde English Bulldogge. They crossed the existing dogs with the pug, and over the years they developed the modern English Bulldog. Unfortunately though, this modern dog is full with genetic health issues.
The modern Olde English Bulldogge is a reconstruction of the original Olde Bulldogge of the 17th and 18th century. Various gene pools have been used in carefully and thoughtfully planned breeding programs to obtain this goal. The foundation of most of today's Olde English Bulldogges can be traced back to the English Bulldog, American Bulldog, American Pit Bull Terrier, Mastiff and American Bully.
The result of using a variety of combinations to obtain the desired physical and mental traits of the original Olde English Bulldogge was a success. The result has been a good looking Bulldogge of great athletic ability, great health, and well physically fit without the problems that plague today's modern English Bulldog. The goal of all Olde English Bulldogge breeders should be to produce genetically healthier Bulldogges that are free breathers, free breeders, and free whelpers.
The modern Olde English Bulldogge requires frequent walks to maintain their muscle tone. They are also natural athletes, and have high drives. The Olde English Bulldogge can adapt to any living conditions. They should be protected from extreme cold and heat conditions although they are not as susceptible as the AKC English Bulldog.
As a personal note, you may notice on our pedigree charts that we have matched personalities for non aggressive temperaments , excellent body structures, and for a healthier breed.
