Otto Bulldog

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Breed Details

General

The Otto Bulldog is considered a designer breed by some dog lovers but it is actually an attempt to re-create White English Bulldog and return it to the way it originally looked. It stands between 21-22 inches and weighs about 65-80 lbs. The Otto Bulldog breed of dog is a medium sized breed of dog that should be muscular and well-balanced. They are usually slightly longer than they are tall with a deep, wide chest and slightly narrow hips, although they should not be top heavy. The head should be flat and broad and the muzzle should be short and square. It should not be as short as an English Bulldog but it shouldn't be too long. The ears are usually medium in length and fold to the side of the head but they can also be erect. The tail is usually medium in length and tapers to a point.

The coat of the Otto Bulldog should be short and close to the skin. It should cover the dog completely and have a shiny appearance. The texture is usually medium in roughness. They can be found in a number of colors including white, brown, black, red and brindle or a combination of white with any of the colors mentioned.

While the breed is often confused with the Alaphala Blue Blood Bulldog line, they are actually two separate breeds.

This breed is NOT recognized by AKC or any other major kennel club.
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Color

It is found in different colours but most common colours for this breed are white, black, red and brindle or a combination of white with any of the mentioned colours.

Coat

This breed has a short, shiny and close-fitting.

Personality

The Otto Bulldog breed of dog is a fiercely loyal and protective breed that is known for their gentle natures and courageous spirit. While the breed is devoted and affectionate to their family, they are known for being very protective. In addition, this is a breed that will defend their home and owners with their very life. They can be very stubborn and they may not be the best breed for a new or inexperienced owner. The Otto Bulldog is usually very good with children and with other animals.

Care

The Otto Bulldog breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a month. The only other task is to wipe down the dog's face, wrinkles and around the eyes on a daily basis to reduce the risk of skin infections.

Training

Due to stubborn nature, this breed may be a challenge to train even for experienced users, let alone new and inexperienced users. The breed will require a natural packleader who is assertive and able to get the best out of this dog through a firm guiding hand.

Activity

The Otto Bulldog breed of dog are considered to have an average activity level and will need between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. The Otto Bulldog breed of dog can do very well in apartments if they are exercised properly, however, the ideal living condition is a home with a large fenced yard. In addition, while they do enjoy being outside, they should not be an outdoor dog; this is a breed that loves being with their owners.