Victorian Bulldog
Interesting Facts about the Victorian Bulldog
A revival of a long lost breed, the Victorian bulldog is attaining the status of a well loved dog line after being meticulously developed in London by breeder Ken Mollett.
When the name “Mollett Victorian bulldog”, as it is known in breeding circles, is seen on a dog’s paperwork for lineage, you can be assured that the dog is truly the real deal. There are other breeds that claim to be a member of this fine family, but may go by the name of “Old English Bulldogge”; they are not the same quality although they may be a dog that had a 2nd or 3rd generation cross. The Mollett Victorian bulldog is a standardized registered breed with the Victorian Bulldog Society of Great Britain and/or the Victorian Bulldog Foundation.
Ken Mollett was the dedicated breeder of the Victorian bulldog. Interested in resurrecting the dog seen in old photographs and portraits dating back to the Victorian age, Mollett began by choosing the finest of various breeds registered with the Kennel Club of Great Britain to assure the purest standards possible in the bulldog. English bulldogs, bullmastiffs, bull terriers and Staffordshire bull terriers all played vital roles in the development of the Victorian bulldog as it evolved into the much sought after dog it is today.
While similar in comparison to English bulldogs, the Victorian bulldog is a strong performer with an athletic build. Short hair coats adorn the stocky bodies that may range in color from white, fawn and fallow, brindle and red. They have proportionately large heads, with broad muzzles and short noses. The eyes of a Victorian bulldog should never protrude, but be wide apart and set low in the face. This breed is larger than the English version, weighing up to 75 pounds for males and 65 for females at about 19 inches in height.
In temperament, the Victorian Bulldog is a vision of protectiveness to strangers, but behind closed doors will be as gentle and affectionate as you could want in a family dog. They love human contact, are good with children and fiercely loyal and dependable to their family. These dogs, with their athletic nature, will need to have regular exercise even if in just a small yard. They will certainly put the owner through his paces as they can walk and run for decent distances without tiring.
All of the characteristics and traits of the Victorian Bulldog make it a beloved pet by all who have made one part of their family. But be sure to research thoroughly before investing in this new pet. The breed is rare, so anyone who is seeking one of these dogs needs to be sure through documentation and registration they are truly getting a Mollett Victorian Bulldog.