Valley Bulldog Dog Breed Information

Posted on Apr 30, 2019, Modified : Jan 10, 2020 Zina

Breeds

Country of Origin	United States
Nicknames and Other Names	Bull Boxer
Scientific Name	Canis Lupus Familiaris
Breed Type	Crossbreed
Group	Working Dog, Guard Dog, Mastiff
Bred For	Herd Livestock
Size
Recognized By	Medium-Sized
Life Span	9-14 Years
Ideal Weight	40-50 Pounds (male and female)
Ideal Height	14-18 Inches (male and female)
Fur Type	Short, Silky
Common Colors	White, Red, brown, Tan, Black, Fawn, Brindle
Markings	Tan, White or Black markings
Availability	Moderately Available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	Yes
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	English Bulldog

Valley Bulldog is a medium-sized, muscular dog which is also called a Bull-Boxer. It was originally bred by the mix of the English Bulldog and the Boxer which is a friendly and affectionate dog that do best as a family companion. You can keep it in an apartment too but it need exercise regularly to stay fit and healthy.

The appearance of the Valley Bulldog depends on its parents. It can either born as a taller version of the English Bulldog or a shorter version of the Boxer. It has a strong shoulder, broad head, and a muscular and powerful body. One interesting thing about their nose is, they can either have a long muzzle like the Boxer or a pushed in the nose like the English Bulldog.

Origin and History

The Valley Bulldog was developed in Annapolis Valley, in Nova Scotia, Canada, from where it got its name. They were bred from two-parent breeds; Boxer and English Bulldog. The main goal to develop the Valley dog was to have a well-tempered dog with an athletic body like the Boxer and courage and spirit like the English Bulldog.

Picture of Valley Bulldogs sitting on a sofa.
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The Valley Bulldogs were bred to herd and look after livestock in the valley. They still remain a great helper and family companion in that area. Although outside the valley area, it is considered as a rare breed, it is still popular in the Annapolis Valley.

Is Valley Bulldog Child-Friendly?

The Valley Bulldog is a very friendly dog that gets well with children of any age. They are playful and can make a great play partner with family children. They can get well with unfamiliar children as well but a proper introduction is needed and should be kept on a leash while doing so.

The Valley Bulldog interaction with kids should be always supervised and guided to avoid any accident.

Valley Bulldog is child-friendly — Valley Bulldog sitting with a baby.
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Temperament, Behavior, and Personality

Temperament: The Valley Bulldog has an excellent temperament and if socialized properly, it gets well with any other breeds and human beings. Therefore, early socialization is needed so they do not get shy or anxious around other people and dog breeds.

Behavior: The Valley Bulldog do clownish behavior sometimes and make people around them laugh. They are attached strongly with one particular person in the family and see him/her its leader. So, if they are left alone without its human owner for a long time, they might get depressed or have separation anxiety.

Personality: The Valley Bulldog has a brave and courageous personality.
They are close with family and are protective of them. If they sense any threats coming towards their people, they won’t get afraid to stand and defend their family.

Trainability

Training Valley Bulldog is an easy task to do if you can establish a firm and consistent leadership upon them. They need a leader who is patient and can train them with gentleness. Different interesting tricks and dog game should be involved in the training to keep them interested and focused. Use positive methods of training to motivate them. Delicious treats and a gentle pat after completion of every task will encourage them.

Facts

The Valley Bulldogs are a hybrid breed but now they can be purebred by mating the same breed.
It is estimated that the Valley Bulldog has 15 generations of the purebred.

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Obesity, Dental Problem
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Canine Parvovirus, Rabies, Canine Coronavirus, Canine Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis, Canine Distemper, Kennel Cough
Shedding	Low Shedder
Drooling	Moderate Drooler
Grooming	Minimal to Average Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Moderate Chance
Separation Anxiety	Moderate Chance
Allergies	Skin Allergy
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 20% Fat: 5% Glucosamine Probiotics Digestive Enzymes

The Valley Bulldog is generally a healthy breed with a life expectancy of 10-12 years. During these years, it can suffer from a few canine diseases, which are explained below:

Dental problem: The Valley Bulldog can have a dental problem. It problem includes bad breathe, gum disease, and toothache. To avoid all this problem, keep your dog’s teeth clean by brushing and making it drink enough water. A routine check-up is needed to see the condition of the teeth of your dog.
Obesity: Obesity is the state that is caused due to excessive body fat. To avoid body fat, exercise your dog regularly so that their body remains maintained and fit. Do not overfeed your dog and only feed them in a little amount 3,4 times a day. Once your dog faces obesity, it will get more health-related problems like hip dysplasia, bloat, etc. So, control the eating habit of your dog.