Breed Clubs - South Africa
- Alaskan Malamute
- Australian Shepherd Dog
- Basenji
- Boerboel
- Borzoi
- Boston
- Boxer
- Bulldog
September/October 2011
Order the Bulldog back issue ...
- Chinese Crested
- Chow Chow
- Corgi
- Dachshund
- Dobermann
- French Bulldog
- German Shepherd
- Golden Retriever
- Great Dane
- Greyhounds & Whippet
- Irish Wolfhound
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Labrador Retriever
- Miniature Dachshund
- Miniature Schnauzer
- Pomeranian
- Poodles
- Rhodesian Ridgeback
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- Saluki
- Scottish Terrier
- Setters
- Shetland Sheepdog
- Spaniels
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- White Swiss Shepherd
- Xoloiztcuintle
- Yorkshire Terrier
Bulldog
It is recommended that only reputable breeders should be approached when seeking breed information or if you wish to purchase a puppy.
See the advertisements in either this month's issue, our classifieds section, or our back issues featuring your breed of choice. Alternatively contact one of the clubs listed below for breeders in your area.
Gauteng |
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| Bulldog Club | S.A. Bulldog Club Chairlady: Julia van Rooyen
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| Bulldog Club | Northern Transvaal Bulldog Club
Pretoria Millenium Bulldog Club
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| Utility Club | Grand Central Utility Breeds Club
Utility Breeds Club of Gauteng
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Free State |
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| Bulldog Club | Free State Bulldog Club
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Kwazulu Natal |
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| Utility Club | Natal Utility Breeds Club
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Western Cape |
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| Bulldog Club | Cape Bulldog Club
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| Utility Club | Cape Utility Dog Club |
Fact File - Bulldog
| KUSA Group | Utility | |
| FCI Group | Group 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer – Molossians & Swiss Cattle Dogs | |
Original Function |
Bull baiting. | |
| Modern Function | Pet and companion | |
Appearance |
Medium-sized dog, low-slung, well-ribbed, large pugnacious head. | |
Weight |
Average weight: Dogs: 25kg Bitches: 23kg |
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| Coat Colour | Brindles, reds, fawns, white and pied. |
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| Coat Texture | Short, close and smooth | |
Grooming |
Minimum - daily brushing to remove any loose hair. Bath when required. |
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| Personality/Temperament | Friendly disposition. | |
Compatibility with other dogs |
Good. | |
| Compatibility with cats and other animals | Good. | |
Compatibility with people/children |
Very good. | |
Living Space – Indoors/Outdoors |
Suitable for cluster and townhouses; indoor dogs that love being with their human companions. | |
Space and Exercise |
Minimal space required – clusters and townhouses are just as suitable as larger homes. | |
Trainability |
Easy to house-train. | |
| Suitability as Watchdog
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Not bred as a watchdog. | |
Noise Factor |
Quiet breed, not noisy. | |
| Average Lifespan
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Approx. 7 years. | |
| Feeding | Feed a good quality dog food, and follow manufacturers recommendations for age and weight. Some manufacturers have developed food particularly designed for Bulldogs and their special needs. | |
Health |
Approach only reputable breeders who take care to ensure they breed from healthy stock. | |
| Availability | Enquire via the various Clubs for reputable breeders and healthy puppies. Due to popularity of the breed, a lot of indiscriminate breeding is taking place. Be prepared to wait for well-bred puppies! | |
| Some questions to ask Breeders | Ask to see mother and if possible, father of the litter. Are the puppies registered with KUSA; are they de-wormed and vaccinated, are there any health problems in the breeding lines.. |