Dog Fancy Magazine - Meet the Bulldog

Brought to you by The American Kennel Club and The Bulldog Club of America.
Lead Editor: Karen Julian
Art Director: Cindy Kassebaum
Production Supervisor: Jessica Jaensch

Vice President, Chief Content Officer: June Kikuchi
Vice President, Kennel Club Books: Andrew DePrisco
I-5 Press: Jennifer Calvert, Amy Deputato, Karen Julian, Jarelle S. Stein

Photographs by: Blackhawk Productions (Dwight Dyke): Cover inset, 37, 43, 46, 52, 55, 109, 116, 118; I-5 Studio: Back cover, 16, 18, 21, 23, 32, 39, 54, 58, 72, 74, 76, 80, 100, 124; Close Encounters of the Furry Kind (Jeannie Harrison): 3, 4, 6, 9, 14, 24, 31, 44, 51, 64, 120; Diane Lewis Photography: Cover inset, 4, 26, 36, 41, 45, 56, 65, 108; Fox Hill Photo (Paulette Johnson): 34, 40, 60, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 82, 86, 87, 90, 92, 93, 96, 97, 98, 99, 103; LMEimages (Laurie Meehan-Elmer): Cover, 4, 13, 29, 42, 48, 50, 67, 84, 88, 89, 94, 95, 104, 112, 114, 117; Mark Raycroft Photogrpahy: Cover insets, 1, 8, 10, 12, 22, 28, 30, 33, 38, 59, 62, 63, 68, 79, 106, 110, 111, 121; Natural Balance Inc.: 119; Noppadol Paothong: 61.

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

The American Kennel Clubs meet the bulldog : the responsible dog owners handbook.

p. cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN 978-1-935484-87-5

eISBN 978-1-937049-96-6

1. Bulldog. I. American Kennel Club. II. Title: Meet the bulldog.

SF429.B85A44 2012

636.72--dc23

2011053045

Printed and bound in the United States

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Meet Your New Dog

Welcome to Meet the Bulldog. Whether youre a long-time Bulldog owner, or youve just brought home your first puppy, we wish you a lifetime of happiness and enjoyment with your new pet.

In this book, youll learn about the history of the breed, receive tips on feeding, grooming, and training, as well as learn about all the fun you can have with your dog. The American Kennel Club and I-5 Press hope that this book serves as a useful guide on the lifelong journey youll take with your canine companion.

Owned and cherished by millions across America, Bulldogs make wonderful companions and also enjoy taking part in a variety of dog sports, including Conformation (dog shows), Obedience, Rally, and Agility.

Thousands of Bulldogs have also earned the AKC Canine Good Citizen certification by demonstrating their good manners at home and in the community. We hope that you and your Bulldog will become involved in AKC events, too! Learn how to get involved at www.akc.org/events or find a training club in your area at www.akc.org/events/trainingclubs.cfm.

We encourage you to connect with other Bulldog owners on the AKC website (www.akc.org), Facebook (www.facebook.com/american kennelclub), and Twitter (@akcdoglovers). Also visit the website for the Bulldog Club of America (www.thebca.org), the national parent club for the Bulldog, to learn about the breed from reputable exhibitors and breeders.

Enjoy Meet the Bulldog!

Sincerely,

Dennis B. Sprung

AKC President and CEO

Resources

BOOKS

The American Kennel Clubs Meet the Breeds: Dog Breeds from A to Z (Irvine, California: BowTie Press, 2011) The ideal puppy buyers guide, the 2012 edition of this book has all you need to know about each breed currently recognized by the AKC.

The Complete Dog Book, 20th edition (New York: Ballantine Books, 2006) This official publication of the AKC, first published in 1929, includes the complete histories and breed standards of 153 recognized breeds, as well as information on general care and the dog sport.

The Complete Dog Book for Kids (New York: Howell Book House, 1996) Specifically geared toward young people, this official publication of the AKC presents 149 breeds and varieties, as well as introductory owners information.

Citizen Canine: Ten Essential Skills Every Well-Mannered Dog Should Know by Mary R. Burch, PhD (Freehold, New Jersey: Kennel Club Books, 2010) This official AKC publication is the definitive guide to the AKCs Canine Good Citizen program, recognized as the gold standard of behavior for dogs, with more than half a million dogs trained.

DOGS: The First 125 Years of the American Kennel Club (Freehold, New Jersey: Kennel Club Books, 2009) This official AKC publication presents an authoritative, complete history of the AKC, including detailed information not found in any other volume.

Dog Heroes of September 11: A Tribute to Americas Search and Rescue Dogs,10th anniversary edition, by Nona Kilgore Bauer (Freehold, New Jersey: Kennel Club Books, 2011) A publication to salute the canines that served in the recovery missions following the September 11th attacks, this book serves as a lasting tribute to these noble American heroes.

The Original Dog Bible: The Definitive Source for All Things Dog, 2nd edition, by Kristin Mehus-Roe (Irvine, California: BowTie Press, 2009) This 831-page magnum opus includes more than 250 breed profiles, hundreds of color photographs, and a wealth of information on every dog topic imaginablethousands of practical tips on grooming, training, care, and much more.

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