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The Untold Origin: Why English Bulldogs Were Bred


The Untold Origin: Why English Bulldogs Were Bred

English Bulldogs were originally bred for bull baiting, a cruel “sport” that involved setting dogs on a chained bull. The dogs’ tenacity and strength were highly valued in this barbaric practice.

When bull baiting was outlawed in England in 1835, the Bulldog’s purpose shifted to that of a companion animal.

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