Read About Olde English Bulldog Breeders

Olde English Bulldog Breeders give us a new breed based on the English Bulldog from the 1800's. Here's everything you need to know about these breeders.

Olde English Bulldog Breeders - Breeder Facts

1. Professional Affiliations:

   In 1971, a man named Mr. David Leavitt wanted to breed a dog with the same look as the English Bulldog from the 1800's but not with the aggression. Today's true Olde English Bulldogs should have traceable lines back to Mr. Leavitt's breed. The Association now called the International Olde English Bulldog Association, or IOEBA, is the main affiliation for Olde English Bulldogs.

2. Why Use a Breeder:

   A reputable breeder is the only way to ensure your Olde English Bulldog's optimum health.

3. How to Find:

   If you go online, you can find many reputable breeders that advertise their Olde English Bulldogs for sale. The good ones will have their professional affiliations posted as well as the dog's parents' histories of shows and health records.

4. What to Expect:

   A good breeder will know the history of the current bloodlines and you should ask them about it. If they do not know the origins from 1971, then they are not reputable. Also, a good breeder will be organized and probably want you to sign an owner's contract to ensure the dog's they are selling are going to the best of homes.

5. Breeder's Surroundings:

   All good breeders should maintain a clean, warm and dry, as well as a very spacious environment for their Old English Bulldogs.

Olde English Bulldog Breeders - Newborn Facts

1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

   Bulldogs generally have a small litter, sometimes as few as 4 puppies.

2. Age To Be Sold:

   The pups, as with all pups, will be ready for adoption around 6 to 8 weeks or when they are beginning to eat solid food.

3. What to Look For in a Newborn:

   The original bloodline of the Olde English Bulldogs started by Mr. Leavitt, also known now as Leavitt's Bulldogs have a characteristic brown and white coloration.

4. Registry:

   Over the years other attempts of bulldog breeding have been made with bull mastiffs and pit bulls, with these breeds being loosely termed Olde English Bulldogs. Currently, the OEBKC is the final authority or registry as well as Mr. Leavitt's own registry that can trace the bloodlines back to the authentic originals.

5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:

   The Old English Bulldog has a distinctively compact, broad and muscular structure. Average height is about 16 inches and they weigh about 45 pounds. One unique characteristic is the lower jaw that projects significantly in front of the upper jaw making possible a strong, vice-like grip, and their noses are deeply set.

6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:

   Reputable breeders generally offer the Olde English bulldog pups at around $1,000 each for the pups, sometimes more for the ones with a direct bloodline to the Leavitt originals.

7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

   A good breeder will have a complete lineage available.

Olde English Bulldog Breeders - Breeder Concerns

1. Breeder Reputation:

   The breeder should be endorsed by at least one or more of the above-mentioned professional affiliations.

2. Pet Health:

   Excellent health of the pups and immaculate condition of the breeder's premises are a must.

3. Assurances:

   The registered breeders will be able to offer perfect guarantee of the pup's health and heritage. Do not purchase an Olde English Bulldog from a store or any breeder that cannot show you bona fide endorsements, Remember there are copycat Olde English Bulldogs out there.