Bulldogs showing the changing face and body type.
Bulldog skulls showing the changing face shape. Notice how the upper jaw (maxilla) has become shortened and the lower jaw (mandible) now protrudes.
The old fashioned Bulldog was more like a Mastiff as this 19th century skull shows.
This prizewinning Bulldog was called Neotsfield (April 23rd 1905 - April 4th 1906). Sire "Master Merlin". Dam "Flora Venn". Owned by Mr H Wormsley. The shorter skull is becoming more fashionable.
Skull of juvenile Bulldog from 1908. The lower jaw (mandible) protrudes further than the upper jaw (maxilla).