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Male Bulldog Names
1. Apache

2. Baxter

3. Captain

4. Deisel

5. Emmit

6. Flash

7. General

8. Ham Bone

9. Ike

10. Jagger

11. Kozmo

12. Luther

13. Major

14. Nelly

15. Oscar

16. Paco

17. Quasi

18. Rambo

19. Shooter

20. Titan

21. Uno

22. Vader

23. Walrus

24. X

25. Yoda

26. Zach

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Female Bulldog Names
1. Abby

2. Bella

3. Chloe

4. Deva

5. Ellie May

6. Fanny May

7. Ginger

8. Hilary

9. Ivy

10. Josephine

11. Kira

12. Lola

13. Missy

14. Nikki

15. Olga

16. Peaches

17. QT

18. Rita

19. Skittles

20. Tessa

21. UGA

22. Violet

23. Wrinkles

24. Xena

25. Yetta

26. Zoey

Some fun activities to do with your bully.
1. Take for a walk - not too long remember bullies do not need a lot of exercise.

2. Take a nap - Bullies love to nap.

3. Play with toys - although not always in the mood sometimes they are willing to play with their toys.

4. Take a ride in the car - I know my bully loves to ride of course in the front seat when going somewhere.

5. Bathing your bully - Although again this may not be their favorite actitivy it is important to keep your bully clean, especially their ears, eyes and wrinkles.

6. My bully loves to play with tennis balls, he loves to chase them around and bat them with his paws.

7. Again my bully loves to just sit around but it is important to sit close.

8. Bullies love to snuggle.

9. Bullies love to watch tv so when we go out the tv stays on for him to enjoy when we are not there.

10. One things bullies do not enjoy is fireworks or thunderstorms so it is important to be close when those things are going on to comfort them.

Where to purchase your bully
There a number of ways to purchase a bulldog.

1. At a pet store.

2. Over the internet.

3. From a local breeder.

1. The safest way to ensure a healthy bulldog would be to purchase one through a local breeder this way you have the opportunity to inspect the grounds where the puppies will stay until they are ready to go to their new homes.

2. Another good idea is to talk to people who have already purchased a bulldog from this breeder to see how their experience was when purchasing their bully.

3. If you currently own a dog it might even be a good idea to take your current dog to look at the puppies with you to make sure the new puppy and your dog get along.

What to expect when bringing your bully home for the first time
Make sure to receive from your breeder your puppies registration certificate or the application for registration. Also a copy of its pedigree, and its record of its immunization and wormings. Assurance that the puppy has been examined by a vet and the name and telephone number of that vet, if these items are not handy it is a good idea to get it in writing when you will receive these things. Also a sales agreement with a health certificate along with that.

When bringing your bully home remember he/she is a baby and it is important to treat him/her that way, it is important to love and cuddle your puppy, he also needs lots of rest and sleep and good nourishing good and more love and cuddling.

This whole experience for the puppy can be very traumatic experience, so it is important to make this transition as easily as possible for the puppy. Try to change the puppies lifestyle as little as possible for the first couple of weeks in his new home.

During the first week it is important to get the puppy to your vet for a check up and so he/she becomes familiar with them. Make sure to take along the records of his/her immunizations and wormings and a stool sample.

Once the puppy feels more secure in your home then you can start to introduce him/her to your way of doing things.

If changing the puppies food it is also important to do this as a gradual change no matter how old or young your dog or puppy is.

What equipment will you need when bringing a puppy into your house.
A rocking chair or a really comfortable big chair you can sit and cuddle your new bully.

A food dish with straight sides and flat bottom. The best material is stainless steel - avoid plastic.

A water dish, again stainless steel is best.

A collar and a lead. A light weight, small chain "choke" collar is best. It should be long enough to slip over the pup's head with room to spare but not have more than a six inch tail when around the neck. His lead should be a light weight one, you'll need a strong leather lead as he/she grows.

Nail clippers or grinder.

There are several things which will make life easier and more enjoyable for you and your bully.

1. A Wire crate. This will help you house train your puppy if he sleeps in the crate. This is also a safe way to travel with your bully.

2. A grooming table, this helps when you need brush, cut his/her toe nails, whisker clipping, giving him/her medication everything will be much easier with this table.

3. A puppy pen - this will keep the puppy out of areas you do not want him/her in. They are portable and very handing again if traveling to a family or friends house.

4. If you travel a lot it will be important to have a large insulted water jug so that you'll have water avaiable to him/her at all times.

Bulldog medicine
1. Vaseline - this is great to use over his/her nose or wrinkles or any place you need to soothe without using medication.

2. Plastic RealLemon - if he gets phelgm in his throat and chokes on it, a couple squirts of this from the plastic bottle will help clear it out.

3. A good rectal thermometer.

4. Clear Eyes, Duolube, etc for irriated eyes.

5. Aspirin for minor aches and pains.

6. Benadryl this can help his he/she gets stung by a bee.

7. Panalog Ointment - good all purpose ointment for minor skin affictions. Also good for cleaning wrinkles, tail pockets and ears. DO NOT PUT IN EYES.

8. Bag Balm - Also useful for minor skin affictions.

9. PeptoBismol - for upset stomach.

10. Kaopectate - for minor diarrhea.

11. Q-tips - used to clean ears and applying medications. 12. Cotton balls - used for applying medications, for cleaning and to keep ears dry while bathing.

TOYS
Rawhides are not a good idea for any dog as they can tear a piece off and choke on it.

Knotted socks are a great toy for bullies.

Nylabone and Gummabone toys are also great toys.

Bullies like to play with balls but it is important they are big enough that they are unable to swallow it.

The only difference in toys for a puppy compared to an adult bully is the size of the toy.

Feeding
A bully should be feed out of a pan which has a flat bottom and straight sides. Most bulldoggers use stainless steel because it last longer. Do not use plastic bowls for food or water. Dog and puppies might chew or even be allergic to the plastic.

Most breeders feed 2-4 month old puppies four times daily. Usually at this age the food is softened with water. Some breeders even add cottage cheese or yogurt. IF your puppy is not satisfied with the food you pick out try something else. You want something the puppy likes, and which produces a nice coat, keeps the puppy round but not obese, and also produces a solid stool. Do not feed your puppy food that contains soybeans.

You can feed your puppy at certain times or have food avaiable to him/her all the time. The pup will flourish under either regimen. The choice really depends on what is more convenient for you.

How much should you feed your bully? This depends on him/her. Most puppies get enough exercise they can eat as much as they want. If he/she becomes obese you may have to regulate the amount he/she eats, but do not put a puppy on a severly restricted diet unless your vet tells you to.

From 4-6 months puppies feeding regimen should be the same but the number of feedings may be reduced to three. At about 6 months this number can be reduced to two. In most cases keep feeding the puppy as much as he wants.

After the pup is a year it depends on the pup how much you feed them. Some dogs do well on one meal a day others need two meals a day. You may want to feed him/her in the morning then again in the evening it depends on you and if your dogs likes it or not.

If your Bulldog is spayed or neutered or as it ages and becomes less active, you may need to start feeding a reduced calorie dog food to keep it from becoming too fat. Most good brands of dog food have such a kibble. Again, it's best if you stay with the same brand you've been feeding and change to the "lo-fat" version.

Whatever its age, your Bulldog should have fresh water available at all times.

You may also give your Bulldog a vitamin supplement. Any good vitamin tablet such as Vita-Tabs, Theralin, etc. Do not over dose. If the directions say "one a day", two is not better. You rnay also give a vitamin C tablet 100 - 500 units per day. Supplements to be very careful about are Vitamins E, D and A. Overdoses of these can cause trouble. Also be very cautious about adding more calcium than what about a quarter cup of cottage cheese per day adds to what is in the kibble. If you plan to breed a bitch, vitamin B complex, including folic acid, is recommended, but again be careful not to overdose. Iron supplements should be given with care and caution.

Treats should usually be dog biscuits. It won't hurt your Bulldog to give him an occasional bite of meat, vegetables, fruit, soda crackers, ice cream, etc. etc. But do not give him chocolate or onions.

Grooming
Your Bulldog should be thoroughly brushed at least three times a week. Most Bulldogs love to be brushed. Use a soft bristle or rubber brush. Start at the rear and brush against the hair. After you've brushed the entire dog against the grain, brush it with the grain. Follow this with a good rub down. This will keep his hair shiny and his skin healthy. During shedding time, spring and fall, you may need to brush more often, give more frequent rubdowns. The idea is to remove the dead hair and distribute the natural oils.

Bathing
A Bulldog that receives frequent brushings and rubdowns does not need frequent bathing. Most Bulldoggers bathe their dogs when the dog is dirty - when it obviously needs a bath. Of course, if you are exhibiting your Bulldog he needs a bath before he goes 10 the show. A show dog in the ring should be a squeaky clean dog in the ring.

Where do you bathe a Bulldog? Any place you want to and can! Some Bulldoggers have a big deep sink, some use the bath tub, some use the kitchen sink, in the summer some wash the dog on the lawn. You need a place where you can control the dog, where you can easily control the water supply and where you can rinse the dog thoroughly. It's a good idea, especially with a puppy, to take the dog outside to "do his thing" just before you bathe him.

Gather up all the things you will need before you start. You will need: shampoo, any rinses you plan to use, cotton balls, Q-lips, eye ointment or mineral oil, Vaseline, wash cloth, towels. You will want a mild, no tears shampoo. Most Bulldoggers use a dog shampoo such as Lambert Kay or Groom-Rite. Some use a baby shampoo such as Johnson & Johnson No Tears or Avon Tearless. Most use a special whitening shampoo for white dogs (Lambert Kay Snowy-Coat, Bio Groom Super White, etc.). Many use a special shampoo for red dogs (Ring S Burnished Bronze, etc.). You may on occasion need to use a flea shampoo but since these are quite harsh, don't use one unless you really need to.

Put a couple of drops of mineral oil or a bit of eye ointment in the eyes and place a cotton ball securely in each ear before you wet the dog. Wet the dog thoroughly from just behind the ears to the tips of the toes on his hind feel. Be sure his underside is wet, too, not just the top and sides. Apply the shampoo starting at his neck and working back. Work the shampoo in to be sure you get all the way through his hair to the skin. Pay special attention to his paws (wash between the toes), his tail (clean all around the base), and the genital area. On a bitch, be especially careful to clean the vulva. Wet the wash cloth and use it to dampen the dog's face and ears. Put some shampoo on the washcloth and wash the dog's face. Wash the wrinkles over the nose, on the forehead, around the nose and under the eyes. Wash his nose. Wash his ears, inside and out. Now rinse. Rinse until you are sure every bit of the dog, especially in the wrinkles and tight places, is thoroughly rinsed and there is no shampoo any place. If you are applying a rinse, do it now, following the instructions. You can use a dog conditioner rinse like Oster Creme Rinse, Oster Coat Conditioner or Francodex Oatmeal Creme Rinse, or you can use a "people" conditioner like L'Oreal Creme. For a white dog, you can use a rinse of 4 Tbs. Mrs. Wright's Bluing, I qt. water, 1/4 cup baking soda. Mix enough bluing into the water to get a darkish blue (not black). Pour the bluing mixture over him and work in with your fingertips. Do not rinse. Do not towel dry. Let the dog drip dry. For red dogs, try VOS Henna Conditioner.

Dry the dog with towels. Take the cotton balls out of the dog's ears and clean any wax carefully using a dry Q-Tip or one with a dab of Panalog. Rub a dab of Vaseline onto his nose to help keep ii soft. You can then let him air dry or use a hair dryer to finish the drying. It's best to keep the dog inside until it is completely dry - about two hours.

Nails
Most Bulldogs need their toe nails cut on a regular basis - about every two weeks. The nails should be kept as short as possible. You may use dog nail clippers or an electric grinder. Most Bulldoggers use the clippers, either guillotine or scissors type. Which type you use is up to you, but they should be sharp. When the blade begins to dull, replace it or buy new clippers - dull blades can be painful to the dog.

Each Bulldogger seems to have a different way to clip nails. Find the way that works best for you. The important thing is to be able to control the dog so that you do not hurt it. A grooming table is probably the best way. You can put the dog on the floor and scratch its tummy, or hold it between your legs - whatever works. Be especially careful not to cut into the quick. On white nails you can see where the quick begins. On black nails cut just to the curve of the nail. The clippers usually leave a rough edge. Use a good dog nail file to smooth them off. If you use en electric grinder, be very, very careful. It is easy to grind into the quick.

The main thing is to make the experience as pleasant as possible for the dog so be really careful when cutting nails and don't cut into the quick. If you dog takes frequent walks on pavement or such, it will usually wear the nails down, so again, be careful as there may not be very much nail to cut. This is especially true of black nails which seem to wear more than the white ones.

Wrinkles
Bulldogs tend to have messy face wrinkles. The older they get, the messier the wrinkles. How often you clean these wrinkles depends on the dog. Some do very well if you clean the wrinkles a couple of times a week. Some need it on a daily basis. When you clean the wrinkles, wash his nose and apply a good rub of Vaseline to keep it soft. It's better to clean more often than you think you need to than not often enough. You can clean the wrinkles with a soft, damp cloth and then dry. Or you can wash them using the shampoo you use to bathe the dog. Be sure to rinse thoroughly and dry thoroughly. One of the best ways is to wipe the wrinkles clean with Baby Wipes with lanolin and aloe. Whatever method you use, be sure to get the deep nose wrinkle clean. You may need to put a soothing ointment in the deep nose wrinkle. If it is irritated Panalog will help to heal. Diaparene Ointment will soothe and dry the wrinkle. This contains zinc oxide, so before you apply it, rub Vaseline into the dog's nose. You will almost ce A sizable number of Bulldogs have "tear stains" of varying degrees of color. If the stain is bad, in addition to cleaning you may want to try to remove the stain. There are many treatments, you may have to try several before you find one that works for you. Some of the commercial products used are Showes "Pretty Eyes" Stain remover, Bio-Groom cream (to prevent re-staining) and Diamond Eye. You can make a paste of I Tbs. Hydrogen Peroxide and enough corn starch to make a thin paste (some Bulldoggers add I Tbs. Milk of Magnesia to the hydrogen peroxide and mix the cornstarch into that mixture). Apply to the stain, let dry, brush off excess. Apply on a daily basis until the stain in gone, then weekly to keep stain from returning. Another method is to rub the stain with a cotton ball soaked in Boric Acid. Daily until the stain is gone, then weekly. Or use NM Boric Acid ointment (10%) which can be purchased at Payless or most any drug store. Another remedy is rubbing a dab of Desitin into the stain to help dry it

Fleas
The best way to treat fleas is to prevent them. Some dogs are allergic to flea saliva and can develop really serious skin problems so try to keep the flea population to a minimum. If you do get a bad flea infestation you may need to "bomb" your house or kennel, spray the yard and/or dog runs. Frequent brushing is the first defense. Frequently changed bedding is very important. Flea collars are not very effective and many Bulldogs cannot wear them. If you do use one, do not put one on a wet or damp dog and do not allow the dog to wear a wet collar (this includes letting the dog out in the rain with its flea collar on).

You may need to give the dog a bath with a good flea shampoo or use an anti-flea rinse when you bathe. The chemicals used in these shampoos are harsh so use them only when necessary and follow instructions carefully. Mycodex is probably the most used flea control shampoo. There are various types of dips, such as Adams i4 Day Flea Dip, and sprays, such as Escort Flea & Tick Spray and Mycodex Aqua-Spray. Since these really are medications, it's a good idea to at least begin with ones from your veterinarian or that have been specifically recommended by an experienced Bulldogger in your area. Avon Skin so Soft mixed in the rinse water is an effective, non-irritating flea deterrent used by several Bulldoggers. You can also use the Skin so Soft mixed with an equal part of water in a spray bottle, or, if you feel that's a bit too strong, try two capfuls in a pint spray bottle. This is also reported to repel mosquitoes and ticks. Above all else, a clean environment, especially his bed, is the best flea prevention.

Bedding
Bedding material used for Bulldogs ranges from straw or wood shavings (for kennel dogs) to special dog beds of all types and prices. The most common is cotton rugs or blankets which can be washed with ease. Don't pamper your Bulldog with a wicker dog bed. He will thoroughly enjoy reducing it to twigs and it really isn't a good thing for him to eat. The fake sheepskin rugs available from most pet stores and dog catalogues make good beds as they are soft and wash and dry with ease. The important thing for bedding is that it be easily washable and provide a soft nesting area for the dog. As long as it meets that requirement, any bedding will do.

House Training
The key here is consistency. Take the pup outside, preferably to the same area each time, as soon as he wakes up, about ten minutes after each meal, about every hour when he's awake, just before his nap or night bedtime. The puppy must empty bladder and bowels before he goes to bed for the night. Always praise the puppy as he is going, and move away from the area as soon as he is finished. Very few dogs will soil their beds, so it is best to keep him confined at night and any time you cannot watch him. If you see the pup "hunting" (sniffing and circling) take him outside immediately. If you see him urinating or defecating in the house, say "NO, NO" and take him outside at once. Do not scold him unless you catch him in the act. Praise for correct behavior works much better than punishment for "incorrect" behavior. Remember, a puppy is a baby, his capacity is small, his muscle control limited. Be consistent, be patient, and you will succeed in training him to go outside not inside.

Lead Training
The earlier you start the better, but if your puppy has not had any lead training before you get him, wait a week or so until he's settled comfortably into his new home before you begin.

You will need a light weight "choke chain" collar and a light weight lead. The collar should be long enough to slip over his head with ease and have some room for growth, but should not be more than six inches longer than the circumference of his neck. Put the collar on the puppy 50 that it goes over his neck from his left to right. Fasten the lead to the collar and let the puppy lead you around. If he doesn't move, move a bit and coax him to move after you. Do not ever pull on the lead and drag or choke the puppy. This should be a happy experience for the puppy so give him lots of praise. As he becomes used to walking about with the collar and lead, begin to give little tugs and encourage him to follow you rather than you following him. Always keep him on your left side. Keep his lessons short. Several five to ten minutes sessions a day are better than one half hour session. Do not play with the puppy during his lesson, but do praise him often when he follows you.

Once he is following you with consistency you can begin taking him on walks around the neighborhood. You will probably need to give him several gently tugs the first few times to keep him with you rather than exploring on his own. You may need to stop and talk to him a few times. Again, do not pull on the lead and drag or choke him. A quick jerk and immediate release on the collar is the way to control him. Do not try to rush this. A few minutes a day, every day, lots of praise when he does it right, a quick jerk and release to correct when he doesn't, lots of praise, patience and consistency and he will soon be walking nicely at your side. If you plan to exhibit your puppy, you will also need to train him to stand still and let you hold his head. Start this training along with the lead training as early as possible.

Problems and Treatments
The second best medical advice any one can give you is, "Find a veterinarian who knows and likes Bulldogs." This is one of the reasons why it's a good idea to join your local Bulldog Specialty Club. The members can usually refer you to a veterinarian who is familiar with Bulldogs and who likes them. Believe it or not - some veterinarians don't like Bulldogs, and no matter how good a veterinarian lie is, he's not a good one for your Bulldog.

The very best advice is to know your Bulldog. Check the entire dog daily. Know if he isn't eating, if he isn't playing, if he doesn't seem quite right. Know immediately if something is wrong so you can take appropriate action.

There are several minor ailments you can treat at home. Remember that if a home remedy doesn't cure the problem in two days, it's time to take the dog to the veterinarian. Do not keep trying various methods of home medication.

Liquid Medications

The easiest way to give a liquid medication is with a syringe. You can get them from your veterinarian or most drug stores. You want at least a 2cc size. Discard the needle. Pull the proper amount of liquid into the syringe, open the dog's mouth and "shoot" the liquid onto the back of his tongue.

Pills and capsules

Open the dog's mouth, push the pill or capsule as far down his throat as possible, then hold his mouth shut and stroke his throat until he swallows. This has been known to work. Or wrap the pill or capsule in a bit of ground beef or cheese and feed it to the dog. This usually works.

Vomiting

For minor upset stomach Pepto Bismol or a similar medicine works best. Dose is according to the dog's weight. If there is hard vomiting or if the upset lasts more than 24 hours, take the dog to your veterinarian.

Diarrhea

Kaopektate is most usually prescribed for minor diarrhea. Dose amount depends on the dog's weight. If the diarrhea continues longer than 24 hours or if there is blood in the stool, take the dog to the veterinarian.

Hot Spots

These are red, weepy, itchy spots. No one seems to really know what causes them. It could be fleas, food, allergies, etc. Clean the area thoroughly. You can wash with shampoo, rinse and dry. Or clean with Baby Wipes with lanolin and aloe. Or wash with Bigeloil. Then apply a medications such as Panalog, Bag Balm, Sulfadene, Schreiner's Healing Liniment (from a feed store) or 1% cortisone cream (you may need to get this from your own doctor). Clean and apply medication daily. You should see improvement by the second day, if not, take the dog to the veterinarian.

IInterdigital Cysts

This is another problem that no one seems to be sure what the cause is But you'll know one when you see an angry red swelling pop up between the dog's toes. First examine the paw carefully, especially the underside between the pads to be sure there is no foreign matter (a thorn or such). If there is, take it out. Clean the area. Remedies include: (I) Soaking the paw in warm water and Epsom Salts or Massengale Douche solution, dry and rub in Panalog. (2) Desenex foot powder. (3) ,Preparation H. (4) Division 5 Bulletin formula. Have your veterinarian make this up for you One part 60% DMSO, one part Gentavet solution 50 mg. per ml. Apply one drop per day; rub in with a Q Tip. Do NOT use more than one drop, do NOT apply more frequently than once a day. If you start application at the first sign, this solution will prevent the cyst from developing. With all these treatments, it's best to continue the treatment for two to three days after the cyst is gone.

Fungus Spots

These are somewhat like hot spots, but they are not weepy. Be sure you clean away all the "scabby" material. Wash the area and treat with Panalog, Keflex, or any good anti-fungal ointment. You can use Demorex shampoo or a sulfur based soap for the washing.

Facial Acne or Eczema

Bulldogs are forever putting their faces into all kinds of strange places. Some are susceptible to topical bacterial infections. The dog gets pimples on his face and chin. Usually you can clear these up just by washing and rubbing in an anti-biotic ointment. Or you can try OXYIO (benzoil peroxide) which you can purchase at a drug store. If they persist, you will need to get an oral anti-biotic medication from your veterinarian.

Eyes

Dust, wind, pollen, the things that make your eyes burn and water have the same effect on your Bulldog. You can rinse the eyes out with a solution such as Clear Eyes. If the eyes are badly irritated, use a contact lens ointment such as Bausch & Lomb Duolube. For any other eye ailment, take the dog to your veterinarian.

Cherry Eye

The gland which normally resides under the lower eye lid at the inside corner of the eye will sometimes "pop" out. This is not as horrible as it appears to be and does not require emergency treatment. It does require treatment at the earliest possible time by a veterinarian recommended for "Cherry Eye't. The quicker the dog gets treatment the better the chance for successful treatment without removing the gland. Removal of the gland often results in a "dry" eye.

Tail

Some Bulldog's have their tail set in a pocket. If yours does1 you will need to make a special effort to keep that pocket clean and dry. Wipe it out frequently. You may need to use cotton balls rather than a wash cloth if the pocket is tight. Be sure to dry it thoroughly and apply an ointment such as Panalog, or a drying powder.

Temperature

You take his temperature just as you take a small baby's - rectally. Use a good rectal thermometer, lubricate generously with Vaseline, insert gently, hold onto the thermometer dogs have been known to "suck" them in!, wait about five minutes, pull out and read. Normal temperature for most dogs is from 100.5 to 101.

Ice

Start giving your Bulldog pieces of ice to eat when he is still a small puppy so that he learns to like it. Luckily, most Bulldogs do. This is a great way to cool down a hot dog. Blocks of ice make a great summer time toy. A pan of ice in or on top of his crate helps keep him cool.

Insect Stings

If your Bulldog is stung by a bee or other insect, give him Benadryl (either capsule or liquid) and watch him closely for the next half hour. You may also apply an ice pack to the area where he was stung if you know where it is. If the area around the sting swells and hardens, if hives appear, if he seems to have difficulty breathing - rush him to the veterinarian. This is no time to dally, your dog's life depends on quick treatment.

Applying for Membership in The Bulldog Club of America
The Bulldog Club of America is the parent Club of the Bulldog Breed in the United States. The BCA has eight Divisions which cover the entire country and each Division has its own governing body. The power to consider, accept or reject applications is vested in the Divisional Board of Governors which meets quarterly.

Application documents, including the Application Form and the BCA Code of Ethics/Release of Liability Statement may be obtained from the Division Secretaries, local Bulldog clubs (see below) and/or breeders who are in good standing with the BCA. The completed application documents and a check in U.S. dollar funds for $20.00 per year (plus a $10.00 surcharge for foreign members and a $10.00 airmailing fee for all "off shore", i.e. all but Canadian and Mexican, foreign members) must be forwarded to the Division Secretary of the Division in which you live or, if a foreign member, in which you will be associated.

The applicant must be over 18 years of age and the applicant must be proposed by a BCA member in good standing. Any membership application not signed by a BCA member in good standing will not be considered.

Members receive the Bulldogger, the official BCA publication which is published quarterly. Depending on the date of acceptance into the BCA and availability, new members will be provided back issues for the year they join.

Some Bulldog History
The Bulldog, to the best of our knowledge, had its origin in the British Isles. The name "bull" was applied because of the dog's use in the sport of bull baiting, which was extremely cruel. The original Bulldog had to be very ferocious and so savage and courageous as to be almost insensitive to pain.

In 1835 dog fighting as a sport became illegal in England. Therefore, the English Bulldog had outlived his usefulness and his days were numbered. However, there were dog lovers who felt deep disappointment at the passing of the bred, and they set themselves the task of preserving it. They proceeded to eliminate the undesirable fierce characteristics and to preserve and accentuate the finer qualities. Within a few generations, the English Bulldog became one of the finest physical specimens, minus its original viciousness.

We may be justly proud of the Bulldog we know today, and we must express our gratitude to our British cousins, who realized the value of the English Bull sufficiently to preserve him for posterity.