Homegrown English Bulldog Puppies

When looking for that perfect puppy, make sure to take the time and check out everything about your breeder. They should be willing to offer you advice and answer any questions you have. Tell the breeder you want to know about the puppies’ parents and pedigree. Remember that Bulldogs and heat do not mix well so make your Bullie an inside dog and see to it s/he has all his new toys, crate, collar and anything else s/he needs ready for him.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bulldogs belong to the AKC's non-sporting group and are considered to be the best breed for the all around family dog. There is only one Bulldog sometimes referred to as the (English) bulldog, but their AKC name is just BULLDOG.  Did you know that the AKC registers over 140 dog breeds and that the Bulldog has been in the top 40 every year? In the past 25 years (1973 thru 1998), there were 234,600 Bulldogs registered with the AKC. In 1973, there were 6,608 registered compared to the #1 registered breed of that year (the Poodle) with 28,899 registered. In 1998 there were 13,836 Bulldogs registered compared to 157,936 Labrador Retrievers in the same year.

 

 

Considering food bowls for your bullie, invest in solid heavy duty stainless steel bowls. They will reduce the rash and redness from the bullies face, can be cleaned easily, and provide a much better feeding and watering system than plastic. You can also order bowls like we use to slow them down from bolting their food so quickly for better digestion.

 

 

Bulldogs get along great with other pets and children

as a general rule. They enjoy a soft couch and a

belly rub, love and attention. Bulldogs have a gentle beauty

in them and I know of no other breed that can offer the love

and devotion that a Bulldog can. Bulldog owners are special

people who really are concerned about this breed and its

future. Bulldogs need a vet who has expertise with

this breed to safely meet their needs. Bulldogs also need

a little daily grooming but not much. A brushing, cleaning

their wrinkles and many kisses will do the trick.....

 

 

Get a good Bulldog book or two and start reading about the breed as there are many great books out there that are an asset to read and own.

 

Puppies should be sold on a contract that benefits and protects seller and buyer and ensures that the breeder/seller will be contacted if at any time with the dog's life an owner can no longer keep the dog. Breeders should provide buyers with written instructions for the feeding and general care of their puppy and with a schedule of dates and types of inoculations and worming received.
 

Your new puppy should be at least 8 weeks old (preferably 10 weeks) before going to his new home. The breeder may require a deposit to hold him but you should not take a puppy before he is 8 weeks old because the sixth to eighth weeks contain critical litter and older dog socialization lessons. Because of the possibility of trachea damage, it is generally better to use a harness than a collar for your Bulldog when you take him out in public.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bulldogs, unlike some breeds, have no cosmetic surgery done such as ear or dewclaw and tail docking. It is not uncommon for show breeders to glue the ears of puppies. I personally am against gluing ears; I love the rose ears, but prefer to breed for that characteristic instead. Some breeders say gluing assists the ears in developing the proper crease and the desired "rose" appearance. It should only be done under supervision of those with experience.

There are many Bulldog rescues throughout the country and your local Bulldog club might be able to help you locate one in your area. Rescue is a great option for giving some Bulldogs a second chance at a good home and should be considered.

 

A final note: Bulldogs require that you give them attention and love as they are a very social breed and need special care and love. These unique smushy-faced’ lovers will repay you with love 100 times what you give and that's a great feeling.