Alapaha Bulldog, price, breed, description, personality, common diseases and care.

Sunil Saleem March 23, 2022

 

Alapaha Bulldog History/Profile of Alapaha Bulldog The Alapaha Bulldog is a rare breed, but very colorful. No less colorful is the history of these beautiful animals. It all started when a farmer from Rebecca, Georgia, named Buck Lane, decided to rebuild the "bulldogs of southern planters." His farm was located near the Alapajo River - so these bulldogs got their name. For these purposes, he began a breeding program, however, over time, he added other breeds there. Buck Lane's granddaughter, Lana Lou Lane, recalled that their old dog had been on the farm "for as long as she could remember" and his name was Otto. Subsequently, the bulldog Alapaha never got rid of his nickname - "Bulldog Otto". It is believed that the breeding program started in the early 20th century, although, strictly speaking, this is not entirely true. In order to achieve the best results in obtaining a dog with excellent external characteristics and internal qualities, the following were added to the program: white English bulldogs who arrived in the United States in the 18th century; Catahoula's leopard dog; Colby Pit Bull Terriers; the now extinct mountain bulldog. Thus, it was possible not only to get rid of some unfavorable features of English bulldogs, improving the characteristics of the breed as a whole but also to significantly increase the number of individuals. In 1943, Buck Lane was hit by a train and died. His old dog came to the grave of the owner almost every day and spent some time there. Today, the number of the breed has decreased to 150 individuals (around the world), which causes serious concerns for dog handlers. In the past few years, American dog breeders have been trying to increase the population of the Alapaha breed. Characteristics of the breed popularity 01/10 training 07/10 size 07/10 mind 07/10 protection 10/10 Relationships with children 08/10 Dexterity 05/10 Molting 05/10 Breed Information Country UNITED STATES Lifetime 12-14 years Height Males: 51-63 cm Females: 51-63 cm Weight Males: 35-50 kg Females: 25-41 kg Length of coat short Color white, black, white-marble, dark yellow, spotted, red-brown Price 800 - 1200 $ Description They are stocky, athletic dogs, very muscular, with a pronounced chest and abdominal cavity. The limbs are proportional, with well-defined musculature. The head is broad, with a somewhat elongated snout and floppy ears. The tail and ears are not stopped. have an average weight of up to 35 kg, males - up to 45-50 kg. Color: white, black, white-marble, dark yellow, spotted, red-brown. Personality The Alapaha Bulldog is a very smart, independent, and loyal dog. In addition, this breed has an incredibly positive and friendly character, which directly affects the perception of the world and daily behavior. On the one hand, the Alapaha can be very determined, on the other hand, he likes to be the center of attention, loves to be funny, playful, and in general - the best dog in the world. Alapaha may be a bit stubborn, but overall he is very loyal. He is well aware of his place in the family (pack), and may try to take the place of the leader, so it is necessary to show the dog its place from an early age. But - with kindness and patience, not forgetting about wisdom. He treats children wonderfully, thanks to his sense of responsibility, great devotion, and developed intellect can sometimes be in the role of a nanny for a child. But this is not to say that this is the vocation of the breed. It copes well with the guard functions, there are usually no problems in training. The Alapaha perceives strangers neutrally, but always monitors the behavior of the owner and his attitude to the person. If the dog defends its territory, then strangers will be perceived as hostile. They perfectly adapt to living conditions, loneliness is not perceived very well, but for some time during the day, they can be alone. They need physical activity, long walks, and mental stimulation. Common diseases They do not drool and do not have breathing problems, unlike English bulldogs. Health data are not enough due to the small number of breeds.

Alapaha Bulldog

History/Profile of Alapaha Bulldog

The Alapaha Bulldog is a rare breed, but very colorful. No less colorful is the history of these beautiful animals. It all started when a farmer from Rebecca, Georgia, named Buck Lane, decided to rebuild the "bulldogs of southern planters." His farm was located near the Alapajo River - so these bulldogs got their name.

For these purposes, he began a breeding program, however, over time, he added other breeds there. Buck Lane's granddaughter, Lana Lou Lane, recalled that their old dog had been on the farm "for as long as she could remember" and his name was Otto. Subsequently, the bulldog Alapaha never got rid of his nickname - "Bulldog Otto".

It is believed that the breeding program started in the early 20th century, although, strictly speaking, this is not entirely true. In order to achieve the best results in obtaining a dog with excellent external characteristics and internal qualities, the following were added to the program:

  • white English bulldogs who arrived in the United States in the 18th century;
  • Catahoula's leopard dog;
  • Colby Pit Bull Terriers;
  • the now extinct mountain bulldog.

Thus, it was possible not only to get rid of some unfavorable features of English bulldogs, improving the characteristics of the breed as a whole but also to significantly increase the number of individuals. In 1943, Buck Lane was hit by a train and died. His old dog came to the grave of the owner almost every day and spent some time there. Today, the number of the breed has decreased to 150 individuals (around the world), which causes serious concerns for dog handlers. In the past few years, American dog breeders have been trying to increase the population of the Alapaha breed.

 Characteristics of the breed

popularity                                                           01/10

training                                                                07/10

size                                                                        07/10

mind                                                                     07/10

protection                                                          10/10

Relationships with children                         08/10

Dexterity                                                             05/10

Molting                                                                05/10

 

Breed Information

Country

UNITED STATES

Lifetime

12-14 years

Height

Males: 51-63 cm
Females: 51-63 cm

Weight

Males: 35-50 kg
Females: 25-41 kg

Length of coat

short

Color

white, black, white-marble, dark yellow, spotted, red-brown

Price

800 - 1200 $

Description

They are stocky, athletic dogs, very muscular, with a pronounced chest and abdominal cavity. The limbs are proportional, with well-defined musculature. The head is broad, with a somewhat elongated snout and floppy ears. The tail and ears are not stopped. have an average weight of up to 35 kg, males - up to 45-50 kg. Color: white, black, white-marble, dark yellow, spotted, red-brown.

 

Personality

The Alapaha Bulldog is a very smart, independent, and loyal dog. In addition, this breed has an incredibly positive and friendly character, which directly affects the perception of the world and daily behavior. On the one hand, the Alapaha can be very determined, on the other hand, he likes to be the center of attention, loves to be funny, playful, and in general - the best dog in the world.

Alapaha may be a bit stubborn, but overall he is very loyal. He is well aware of his place in the family (pack), and may try to take the place of the leader, so it is necessary to show the dog its place from an early age. But - with kindness and patience, not forgetting about wisdom. He treats children wonderfully, thanks to his sense of responsibility, great devotion, and developed intellect can sometimes be in the role of a nanny for a child. But this is not to say that this is the vocation of the breed.

It copes well with the guard functions, there are usually no problems in training. The Alapaha perceives strangers neutrally, but always monitors the behavior of the owner and his attitude to the person. If the dog defends its territory, then strangers will be perceived as hostile.

They perfectly adapt to living conditions, loneliness is not perceived very well, but for some time during the day, they can be alone. They need physical activity, long walks, and mental stimulation.

 

Common diseases

They do not drool and do not have breathing problems, unlike English bulldogs. Health data are not enough due to the small number of breeds.


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