It is said that the bulldog is a descendant of the ancient Asiatic mastiff, although the development of the breed took place in England. The bulldog has been mentioned in many historical works, including Shakespeare's King Henry, VI. Some believe that the bulldog was used by butchers to control cattle and bring them to the slaughter. It was in 1209 that bull-baiting was introduced by the Earl of Warren as a annual pre-Christmas festival. While bull-baiting was outlawed in England in 1835, it is because of that cruel spectator sport that the bulldog was originated. Around the 13th century, the bulldog was bred to attack a bull by grabbing its nose and not letting go. People of the time believed that the meat of the bull was tastier if the animal had been baited before it was butchered. This form of entertainment also including baiting bears...... Find out more about this dog breed.
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