The Bulldog - Don't judge a book by it's cover...

One the oldest and gentlest of the native breeds of the UK, the Bulldog is known as the National dog of Great Britain. The breed is best known for its tenacity, courage, power and endurance. They are dignified, yet a truly sweet and loveable dog. Their friendly and easygoing nature makes them a poor choice for a guard dog, but their loyalty means that they will definitely protect a family member if and when the need should arise. The tough, doleful expression of this delightfully ugly dog is somewhat unmatched to his loving, affectionate nature. Bulldogs are very much people oriented, seeking and enjoying constant human attention. Though occasionally a little bullish and stubborn, they are dependable and good-tempered. A natural protector of children, they will even learn to get along with other family pets if introduced at an early age. Their qualities include being calm, thoughtful, goofy and humorous, although some can be a bit dominating so need an owner who will be strong enough to cope with this. Bulldogs need early socialization to grow up to be a well-rounded dog.