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Olde English Bulldogge

aka Olde Bulldogaka Working Bulldogaka The Original Bully

"Built like a brick wall, moves like a freight train, sleeps like a champion."

Sturdy. Sweet. Surprisingly athletic.

The Story Behind the Breed

The Olde English Bulldogge was developed in the 1970s by David Leavitt, who wanted to recreate the athletic working bulldogs of 18th-century England before the breed was softened into the modern English Bulldog. Crossed from English Bulldogs, American Pit Bull Terriers, American Bulldogs, and Mastiffs, the result is a dog with the look and heart of the original bulldog — muscular, agile, and breathing much better. Less wrinkle, more muscle. Same devotion.

"Sturdy. Sweet. Surprisingly athletic."

✏️ This drawing was made by hand by Catherine, age 10, in Texas. Every line, every color — drawn from her love of dogs. Blondie Boy approves. 🐾

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Olde English Bulldogge T-Shirt

Silkscreen · Bella+Canvas · Unisex

$30

Olde English Bulldogge Sticker

Die-cut · Waterproof · 3–4 inch

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