All about Alapakh purebred bulldogs
Dog breeding is one of the most popular activities that aims to breed and improve various breeds of dogs. These animals have occupied the first place in popularity among pets for many years. The International Cynological Federation has a huge number of different species of representatives of the canine family, which differ in size, color and purpose, but not all of them are recognized by this structure.
One of the unregistered breeds is the Alapakh purebred bulldog, which cynologists recommend to pay attention to.
Origin
The Alapakh purebred bulldog is one of the rarest species, of which there are no more than 200 individuals in the world.
To define this species, other names of the breed are also used - Alpacha, Otto and Alapaha.
The ancestor of this species was the Alapakh bulldog, which possessed incredible devotion to its owner and for many years came to the grave of its owner and guarded it.
In 1800, the famous breeder Beck Leinen began the process of popularizing this species., as a result of which the number of individuals in different countries of the world was significantly increased.
However, until now, the breed remains unrecognized by the International Cynological Federation.
Description of the breed
The Alapakh purebred bulldog is a rare breed, the history of origin of which and its species characteristics still provoke a huge amount of controversy among breeders from around the world. The growth of adult males reaches 60 cm, and the weight can exceed 40 kg. Bitches weigh no more than 35 kg, and their height does not exceed 55 cm. The average life span of an animal in comfortable conditions is 14 years.
Dogs of this breed have a dense build without excess body fat, a square body, as well as a muscular and athletic appearance. The chest is broad and prominent. The flattened cranium is covered with muscles over its entire surface. The animal has a sharp transition between the forehead and nose. A pronounced furrow must necessarily pass between the eyeballs.
The oral cavity is round and wide with a large jaw that is pushed forward. Breed standards allow for undershot bites. In the cheek area there is a small amount of loose skin, which has a dark and rich shade.
The upper surface of the nasal passages is flat and wide, and is black or brown.
Average eye size with a standard fit. A distinctive feature of the breed is the presence of multi-colored eyeballs.
A deviation from the standard is pronounced whites and pink eyelids.
The ears are small, close-fitting, slightly tilted back. The auricles are located at the level of the crown, which makes the head even more angular. Animals that have irregularly shaped auricles are discarded at birth.
The massive and neck area has a slight narrowing in the area of the joints with the head, and the developed musculature helps in the fight against opponents. The tail is massive, long and muscular, with movable hocks.
Animals can have both docked and uncropped tails.
Dogs have straight and powerful limbs without pronounced articular areas. Thanks to the powerful and widely spaced fingers, the animal gains additional stability and mobility.
The dog has a short, shiny and coarse coat, which can be of the following shades:
- black;
- White;
- Brown;
- ginger;
- marble;
- with tan;
- multicolored.
The peculiarity of this breed lies not only in its peculiar appearance, but also in the size of the lacrimal canals, which are very short and curved, which creates difficulties for the passage of air currents.
Advantages and disadvantages
Like any other pet, Alapaha has a number of positive and negative characteristics.
Advantages:
- devotion;
- patience;
- high intellectual abilities;
- mobility;
- love of active games and family fun;
- high level of learning;
- composure;
- quick response to a threat that has arisen;
- observation and attentiveness;
- self-assessment of the situation;
- developed analytical skills;
- maximum care when playing with small children and animals;
- the ability to use as a bodyguard.
Disadvantages:
- increased aggression towards strangers;
- lack of skills to protect a large area;
- aggressive perception of disloyal behavior towards oneself;
- the presence of snoring;
- intolerance to loneliness.
When choosing a puppy, it should be borne in mind that this breed is included in the list of the most dangerous dogs in the world.
Features of temperament
A thoroughbred Alapakh Bulldog is a loyal, patient and agile animal, which is a reliable helper and friend for the owner. Despite its harsh appearance, the pet is not intended to protect the territory.
He can be used as a bodyguard who will be ready to give his life for the safety of the protected family members.
For persons who spend most of their time at work, it is better to refuse to purchase this breed due to its intolerance to loneliness.
The animal needs constant contact with the owner and all family members.
Long-term stay without communication provokes the development of depression and depression and manifests itself in the following actions:
- ringing and constant barking, turning into a howl;
- refusal to eat and water;
- damage to property;
- excavation of the earth.
Cynologists recommend paying attention to this breed for families with children who live in disadvantaged areas, where an ordinary walk down the street can be life-threatening.
Parents can safely let their child go for a walk without worrying about his safety.
A loyal, attentive and intelligent pet will not take his eyes off the ward throughout the entire time on the street and, if necessary, will rush to his defense without a preliminary command. Even in the process of an exciting game, the dog remains vigilant and a sense of responsibility for the baby.
Before buying this breed, dog handlers recommend paying attention to the peculiarity of brain development in an animal that develops only up to 5 months, and the ability to perceive new information and learn practically disappears after 7 months.
The adequacy and good breeding of an adult dog directly depends on the amount of knowledge that the pet will receive in childhood.
In the absence of time or knowledge for training a dog, experts recommend seeking help from experienced dog handlers who will help to correct the behavior of the animal. Animals that were not trained at an early age become uncontrollable and aggressive not only towards strangers, but also towards their own owners.
The training process should consist of the following steps:
- correction of behavior, development of obedience, as well as training to control aggressive character traits;
- training and learning teams.
Due to the presence of a wayward and aggressive nature, during training, it is strictly forbidden to beat, humiliate and insult an intelligent animal that can even take revenge on its owner.
Conditions for keeping
Sociable and mobile animals have a negative attitude towards small enclosures, keeping on chains and confined spaces.
A friend dog must live in the same territory with the owners and have constant contact with them.
If the pet is still in the aviary, then its area should allow it to move freely, and the owners should constantly communicate with it and devote the maximum amount of time to it.
Animals kept in cages have a cruel character, inappropriate behavior and aggression towards others, including their owners.
If the dog lives in a house or a large apartment, it is advisable to allocate a separate room for it and ensure free movement throughout the entire territory of the living quarters.
To maintain a stable body weight and a developed muscular system, the dog needs not only to be walked twice a day, but also to load it with physical exercises.
Living in uncomfortable conditions can provoke the appearance of wounds, fractures, as well as tearing and stretching of muscles.
What to feed?
For full growth and development, the animal must receive the maximum amount of nutrients.
The pet's diet can consist of both ready-made feed mixtures and natural products.
When buying dry food, you need to choose formulations intended for large breeds of dogs.
Experts recommend giving preference to high quality feed, which are made from natural products and contain a minimum amount of colorants, stabilizers and flavor enhancers.
When using natural products in the diet, it is necessary to correctly balance the amount of proteins and carbohydrates.
For this breed, the optimal amount of protein is 80 percent, and carbohydrates - 20 percent. You can give your pet meat, meat offal, trimmings, soft veins, liver and muscle tissue.
To maintain the vitamin and mineral balance, your pet should regularly receive fish, vegetables, cereals and dairy products.
It is strictly forbidden to give the dog interior fat, animal skins and bones.
The ban is food from the table, mayonnaise, spices, citrus fruits, instant food, sweet pastries, chocolate and canned food.
The diet of an adult should consist of two meals a day., which must be carried out after a walk.
How to care?
This breed belongs to the unpretentious species that need minimal care. Combing the animal should be carried out 2 times a day with a special mitt, and during the molting period, care for the coat should be done daily.
To prevent the appearance of an unpleasant odor, the pet needs to carry out water procedures 3 times a year with the use of special shampoos and hair and skin care products.
In the autumn and spring, water procedures are carried out as needed.
Examination of the eyes and ears should be carried out several times a month, and if necessary, clean and rinse these organs. Adjusting the length of the claws is also a mandatory procedure, which is carried out using special nippers.
Compliance with simple rules for caring for a pet will help prevent the following pathologies:
- impaired renal function;
- endocrine system diseases;
- bone malignant diseases;
- diseases of the musculoskeletal system;
- cherry eye.
A mini-video about a pet, the Alapakh purebred bulldog, can be seen below.