RARE COLOR SECTION 1: LILAC ENGLISH BULLDOGS Genotype for Lilac Gene: [bb dd] (this is a combo gene, full blue and full chocolate combined) Overview: Lilac Bulldogs start out black, then diluted not once, but twice, by the Chocolate Gene, then the blue gene. The [bb] dilutes black to brown, and the [dd] dilutes the black to blue. Bulldogs are known as loyal, friendly, and incredibly wrinkly friends.
The original breed was chocolate colored. Today, many bulldog breeds exist that mix and match colors and patterns, resulting in dogs of various rarity. The scarcest of these can turn a normal bulldog into a prize worth more than $10,000.
Here is a guide through the English bulldog rare colors and everything you can expect from this wonderful, colorful breed! RARE ENGLISH BULLDOG COLORS The RARE colors produced in English Bulldogs can be divided into 4 groups (in order of least rare to most rare): BLACK, BLUE, CHOCOLATE, and LILAC. A description of each color, as well as the AKC color designation for each group, is listed below. English Bulldogs come in a rainbow of coat colors - from the classic hues you see in the show ring to exotic shades breeders call "rare." In this article we'll explore the standard Bulldog coat colors recognized by major kennel clubs and what they look like, then dive into the rare English Bulldog colors (like lilac, merle, blue, and chocolate) including how these unique coats are.
Official Rare Color Chart for AKC English Bulldogs by Alesia Dixon is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution. English Bulldog Colors: Standard, Rare, and the Best Pairings ethical breeding genetic testing color genetics in bulldogs standard vs. rare colors 1 Introduction English Bulldogs are one of the most unique and recognizable dog breeds, and their coat colors add to their charm! English Bulldogs come in various colors, from the traditional brindle to the more exotic lilac.
Read our comprehensive guide to English Bulldog colors! Learn about English Bulldog Colors and why both rare colors and standard colors are important to the future of the breed. Discover English Bulldog rare colors and learn about their unique hues with our comprehensive chart and guide, featuring 11 stunning shades.