The alapaha was developed in the southern states of the U.S. in the late 18th century. The breed originated from crosses of the english bulldog, Old English bulldog, mountain Bulldog and two or more of the local herding breeds like the Catahoula Leopard Dog and Black Mouth Cur. The breed has been known by a series of names such as Cow Dog, Silver Dollar,otto and Catahoula Bulldog. It was originally bred for the sole purpose of coursing and catching wild and unruly cattle and gaurding, afterwards establishing its self on the farms, ranches and plantations as an all around utility dog, guard dog, livestock working dog and varmint patroller. It was not bred to put on threat displays or to look a certain way. But, it did need the right equipment to take care of its real bulldog duties. It needed to be strong enough to catch and hold ornery cattle and athletic enough to catch hogs that were allowed to free range in a semi-wild state. The Alapaha is a functional and unexaggerated bulldog with a square head, broad chest and prominent muzzle. It is dutiful, highly trainable, possessive and attentive which makes them eager companions for children as they get along with them very very well and alapaha plays with a 12yr.old different then a two yr. old. They are protective of their property and establish their territory at a young age, always demanding attention. They are not suitable to kennel situations, preferring the role of devoted family companion. . and is the best bulldog around.