Homegrown English Bulldog Puppies

Q: What is the difference between a Bulldog and an English Bulldog?

A: In the USA, our breed is registered with the American Kennel Club

as simply "Bulldog". Though "Bulldog" is the correct name for our

breed, you will find some breeders and other individuals who refer to

them as English Bulldogs to help newcomers identify our breed more quickly as opposed to Bull Terriers, Bull Mastiffs, etc.

 

Q: Why do Bulldogs cost so much? 
A: This is a breed that usually requires a c-section to deliver the puppies. It also requires constant monitoring of the bitch when she feeds the puppies (24 hours a day, 7 days a week). There is a great deal of time and money involved in getting a bitch ready for breeding, having her bred, having a successful delivery and raising a litter to 8 weeks. Without going into too much detail, it can cost $2000-$3000 to breed, deliver and raise a litter. Of course, this is an out-of-pocket expense, without consideration for the time you will have to invest. Small litters of 2-4 puppies are not uncommon.

 

Q: How long will a heat cycle last? 
A: Usually around 3 weeks, start to finish.

Q: Can I own a Bulldog if I live where the temperatures get very hot or cold? 
A: Yes, just make adjustments for the conditions. Make sure your Bulldog doesn't overheat and always has plenty of fresh clean water. Bulldogs should always be "indoor" dogs, and require air-conditioning when summer temperatures rise above mid to upper 80 degrees.

Q: What about grooming, wrinkles, cosmetic surgery, etc.? 
A: Daily brushing will keep a Bulldog's coat looking good and reduce any  

shedding (Bulldogs shed only a little in most cases).   The wrinkles and tail

pocket must be kept clean and dry.  Ideally, Bulldogs go through

their life with no cosmetic alterations. Dew claws are not removed, ears are

not cosmetically changed or cropped, nor are tails docked. Sometimes,

a tightly-kinked tail will have recurrent bouts of bacteria and infection

due to chronic moisture trouble and an amputation may be advised. (Bulldogs that have had cosmetic alterations are ineligible for showing.) Always feed a complete balanced premium dog food as well.
 

Q: Should I get a male or female? 
A: This is purely a personal preference. Each has a fan club to sing the praises of that gender's affection, intelligence and trainability. 
 

 

 

 

 

Q: Is a Bulldog a good family pet?
 

A: Absolutely! The Bulldog is gentle, loving, and sociable. (However, a Bulldog's bulk, combined with joyful enthusiasm, would cause a family to be watchful that the Bulldog doesn't knock over their small children.) Once you've had a Bulldog, your home will not be complete without one!

Q: Will my Bulldog need a special vet?
A: Certain things must be approached differently with a Bulldog than with other breeds. Some vets prefer not to deal with the special needs, or may not understand the special needs this breed has. It is definitely recommended that you seek and use a veterinarian with Bulldog experience whenever possible. 

 

 

Q: What is the oldest age a Bulldog has reached? 
A: There are some known at 15, 16, 17, and even an 18 year old.

The average life span is 10. A good diet, exercise, regular vet visits,

and comfortable living conditions can help increase this time.