English Bulldog vs Olde English Bulldogge
Purebred dogs are bred by humans attempting to create specific canines for specific needs. Such needs might change over time, resulting in changes in the breed. Some breeds might differ so much from their original purpose and appearance that they might spur an attempt to revive the initial characteristics. That's the case with the old English bulldog, recognized by the American Kennel Club, and the olde English bulldogge, recognized by the United Kennel Club. The latter is attempt to restore some original physical characteristics of the breed but not the original aggressive nature. Old English bulldog history The bulldog got his name because he was originally bred for bull-baiting, then later for dogfighting. Bulldogs in the early 1800s were leaner and taller than current versions, with smaller heads, fewer "facial rolls," longer muzzles, and a long tail. The modern English bulldog's ancestors were tough ferocious canines. Once dog fighting became a crime, bulldog fa...