BULLMASTIFF and
ENGLISH BULLDOG
Bois D’Arc Kennel, with its
careful attention to its dogs, is the right place to acquire your
Bullmastiff
and English Bulldog puppy. Proud of the quality of its pups, Bois D’Arc Kennel has continually refined
and
improved its breeding process in terms of temperament, health, and appearance. Temperament is
viewed with such importance that Bois D’Arc tests all its Bullmastiff and
English Bulldog puppies for
temperament at seven weeks old. Bois D’Arc Kennel is one of few kennels to employ such
a test.
Bois D’Arc provides all its dogs with the
best of veterinary care and provides puppy shots and worming.
Health is
guaranteed with a two-year warranty on hips and elbows. All puppies are AKC
registered.
At Bois D’Arc Kennel you may choose your
puppy early and visit often prior to adoption. Kennel
personnel will also
interact with your puppy to develop early socialization. Pictures of your
puppy
and its
parents will be provided on request. Bois D’Arc believes in
working with you to find you
the best dog for
you and your family.
BULLMASTIFF
Description:
The Bullmastiff is a
large, powerful dog weighing from 90-130 pounds. They are loving, protective
dogs
that are often referred to as the gentle giants. Bullmastiffs are very
loyal and they thrive on the
companionship of their humans. They are intelligent dogs that are also a
bit stubborn. They require
a
firm hand from the very beginning. Bullmastiffs are docile, easy-going
dogs that, in spite of their
protectiveness, are accepting of strangers welcomed by their owners.
Bullmastiffs are sociable animals
that love being around their owners and sharing their lives. They are
always happiest when they are
making their humans happy. Although they like having a yard, they also
make good housedogs and do
not
do well if isolated outside. They do well in condos and apartments as
long as they are walked
religiously.
History:
The
Bullmastiff originated in England. It is a combination of the Mastiff and
the Bulldog. In the mid
1800s
when the Bullmastiff was created, there were
many large estates in England that had to be
protected
from poachers.
Poachers were desperate and dangerous and the English gamekeepers
needed an
able
assistant. The Bullmastiff was perfect for the job. It could track at
night, work quietly,
and finally,
charge and knock the poacher down holding
him there until its master arrived. The
Bullmastiff had to be tenacious and brave and many lost their lives in the
line of duty. The Bullmastiff
is the
only guarding
breed to originate in England.
PROS AND CONS
Pros:
English
Bulldog
Description:
The English Bulldog is known as the national symbol of England. Initially
bred for ferocity and courage,
the Bulldog is now a devoted and mild-mannered
member of the non-sporting group of dogs. He is a
medium size dog weighing
50-55 lbs. In spite of its bloody origins, the English Bulldog is today the
ideal
pet. It loves its human family and never gets tired of doing things
with them. He is a friendly dog that
adores children and is good company for
them because of his gentle nature. Although he has a bit of a
stubborn
streak, he is generally laid-back, loyal and good-natured. He is an
undemanding pet that does
not require much exercise. He is ideal for those
who do not want to feel guilty for not walking him.
Contrary to popular
belief he does not drool, but he does snort and may snore. He usually gets
along
with
other animals. Although playful and high spirited as a puppy, the
English Bulldog grows up to be a
calm, dignified adult. He is intelligent
and a bit stubborn when it comes to absolute obedience
History:
The English Bulldog is the symbol of tenacity and stubborn determination.
The Bulldog was originally
kept as a butcher’s dog to control unruly oxen.
It was also used as a guard dog, hunting dog and most
commonly for the sport
of bull baiting. This distasteful sport is now considered cruel and inhumane
but
from the early 1200s to the early 1800s, it was quite popular. The sport
involves tethering the “bait,”
and the dogs were sent in to attack the
animal and try to overpower it. The bulldog was commonly used
to fight the
bull, thus resulting in their appearance. The bulldog would grasp the fleshy
nose of the bull
and pin it to the ground.
The
short muzzle and wide lower jaw were needed for the dog to clamp itself
to
the bull's nose like a vise, and the nose had to be upturned so that the dog
could still breathe while
clinging to the bull. Bull baiting was
finally outlawed in 1835. The bulldog was accepted into the
American Kennel
Club in 1976.
PROS
AND CONS
Pros:
