*The Victorian Bulldog Foundation*
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams"
"An Unincorporated Association"
(Founded 2003)
mailto:vbf.bulldog@ntlworld.com
In the mid 1980`s the late Mr K Mollett started a breeding program with the aim of creating a healthier Bulldog than the type seen in the show ring (kennel club). He had many critics but he persisted with his vision of producing a healthier Bulldog. This line he created is known as the Victorian Bulldog. The VB is more active than the show type variety, he enjoys walks with his owner & likes to play. The VB also has a happy friendly temperament..
The VBF is a small UK based group of Victorian Bulldog enthusiasts. Founded "January 2003" with the aim of promoting our Victorian Bulldogs & offering advice/help via the internet..
"VBF DIRECTION & ASPIRATIONS"
The VBF`s main objective being the advancement and improvement of the Victorian Bulldog through selective breeding. Our aim is to get general recognition of the Victorian Bulldog which their founder the late Ken Mollett justly deserves credit for, whether it be from the public as a whole or the major canine leagues.
The VBF`s direction is aimed towards producing and setting the type that was known in the Victorian period as "The Philo-Kuon". This type was produced after the abolition of Bull Baiting. The fanciers of this time, scaled down the aggression in the breed and started to breed for a certain type/look, circa 1865-1899. This was the early form of show Bulldog and many examples can be seen in the book "The Bulldog" a monograph 1899. These were higher on the leg and with less exaggerated features compared to the modern form of show Bulldog.
The founders of the VBF believe that breeding a litter of Victorian Bulldogs should only be carried out in an effort to improve the breed. Breeding is a responsibility and finding puppies good permanent homes is of paramount importance. We encourage all affiliated breeders to strive to produce quality rather than quantity. We recommend breeding stock be of general good health and sound temperament prior to breeding. Members must be ethical when venturing into breeding a litter,they should have good general knowledge on family of dogs/bitches being used. No direct inbreeding of brother/sister, son/mother, father/daughter, without prior approval of the VBF. Never should a bitch be bred 1st season or 3 seasons in a row. With a view to managing the breed we expect breeders to maintain an interest in the development/welfare of their Victorian Bulldogs.
"Goals/Ethics code of VBF"
<o:p> - The welfare of the VB`s owned must be your main priority. (Any member found to be neglecting their dogs will be asked to leave The VBF)
- Members should at all times be in control of their dogs in a public place.
- Members when in appropriate situation should try when asked, educated people on the virtues of the Victorian Bulldog.
- Members must be ethical when venturing into breeding, no son/mother, father/daughter, brother/sister matings without prior approval of The VBF. No breeding of a bitch prior to it’s 2nd season, 3 seasons in a row or after 6 years of age. Any bitch having two caesareans will be considered retired from breeding.
- No stud dog or brood bitch shall be bred to any dog whose owner is in any way involved with breeding for commercial gain, pet shops, puppy brokers, puppy mills, litter lot sales, or any commercial enterprise whose business it is to deal in similar activities.
- Breeding must only be carried out with total focus being improvement of bloodline.
- Puppies shall be placed in private, safe, caring homes. Buyers should be as thoroughly vetted as possible to determine their stability to provide a proper environment, it is imperative that any risks to our Victorian Bulldogs are minimised.
- VBF members are responsible for the welfare/development of any puppies they produce.
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*Please note* The Victorian Bulldog Foundation is not an open registry, our registry was created with the sole purpose of keeping detailed records of our dogs. Presently only Victorian Bulldogs produced via the VBF qualify for registration/membership. The VBF has no affiliation with any other registries or organisations. *The Victorian Bulldog Foundation Standard*
Description
Should favour the look of the Bulldog of circa 1890. Possessing no exaggeration of features that could impede movement and breathing. A medium size, smooth coated dog with a solid but active countenance. Large headed, broad muzzled with sort face, broad in chest rather short in body with hindquarters some what higher being not as heavy as foreparts, but not so as to destroy the symmetry of a muscular athlete. <o:p></o:p>
Temperament
Although fierce and formidable in appearance, must possess a steady, loyal and dependable nature, being bold without aggression, with a proud air of nothing to prove. <o:p></o:p>
Head
Should be large with circumference being equal to or slightly larger than the shoulder height. Cheeks rounded and extended sideways beyond the eyes. Muzzle broad with slight turn up of under jaw. Length from stop to tip of nose no shorter than 1" but no greater than 2". Nostrils large and open, black preferred but <st1:place w:st="on">Dudley</st1:place> acceptable. Flews broad and hanging over jaw at sides. Bite undershot but not to the excess that teeth are visible when mouth is closed. Wry mouth undesired. Eyes from front, set wide apart neither bulging or sunken and on no account should haw be visible. <o:p></o:p>
Ears Rose preferred, button or Tulip not carried erect or cropped.<o:p></o:p>
Neck
Thick strong and arched possessing length with skin forming dewlaps on each side. <o:p></o:p>
Body
Chest broad, deep with well sprung ribs, compact but still flexible. Slightly narrowing at the loins. Abdomen should be tucked up, on no account rotund. Roach back desired but only slight. <o:p></o:p>
Legs
Forelegs muscular, straight and wide apart. Elbows slightly away from ribs. Pasterns straight and strong. Hind legs powerfully muscled, with well let down hocks, a distinct turn of stifle. Feet round and compact. <o:p></o:p>
Tail
Either straight, kinked or screw. Rather short in length ideally not hanging below the hocks and not carried above the back. Never docked.
Coat
Short and soft.
Colour
All shades of brindle, white/pied, red, fawn and fallow either solid or with white markings. Black or black & Tan not desired.
Movement
Free flowing with plenty of drive, should walk its width.
Size
Males ideally 17-19" & 55-70lbs
Females ideally 16-18" & 50-60lbs
Please Note:
The VBF Victorian Bulldog standard for size & weight has been altered from the original standard set out by Ken Mollett 10 years ago. When original standard was set it was NOT seen as a blueprint, but more of a standard for that era, considering the breeds used in the creation of the Victorian Bulldog the size of the dogs should stabilize the further the program progresses. Thus the amendment in standard reflects this bringing the dogs closer in size of which they were meant to represent in the Victorian era.
Soundness should not be sacrificed by size. It is well documented that in every breed not all dogs will fit standard this will not deter from the fact the dog is still a VB.
If breeding a litter of VB, s it is advisable to breed from 2 dogs fitting or as close to new standard as possible. This will help in the development of the VBF program.
Males without two testicles clearly descended will not be bred from.
Owners of females whom have required a caesarean must notify the VBF.
Examples of the type that fit the above standard 
