BREED INFO
Highlights
English Bulldog puppies, available for adoption nearby, have moderate exercise needs, typically requiring daily walks to maintain their health. However, it’s essential to be cautious during hot weather as English Bulldogs struggle with heat. While they can be trained with patience, some may exhibit stubbornness. For those who prioritize cleanliness, it’s worth noting that English Bulldogs are prone to drooling, flatulence, and shedding, and may pose challenges with housetraining. Despite these traits, English Bulldogs are generally quiet and can make excellent apartment companions.
While it’s crucial to supervise interactions between young children and dogs, English Bulldog puppies available nearby are generally great with kids. They excel as watchdogs but may become territorial. Their love for attention can occasionally lead to behavioral issues if overly indulged. English Bulldogs thrive on human companionship and should not be left alone for extended periods or relegated to outdoor living. When seeking a healthy puppy, always avoid purchasing from irresponsible breeders, puppy mills, or pet stores.
History
The English Bulldog originated in England and was created to be a toy-size version of the Bulldog. The breed was quite popular among lace workers in the city of Nottingham and when many lace workers emigrated to France for better opportunities, they naturally brought their little bulldogs with them.
The English Bulldog thrived in France and Europe, and his charm was soon discovered by Australians as well. The breed was quickly nicknamed “English,” and it is still an affectionate name that is used today
Personality
The English bulldog has a sweet, gentle disposition. Dependable and predictable, the bulldog is a wonderful family pet and loving to most children. People-oriented as a breed, they actively solicit human attention.
However, they have retained the courage that was originally bred into them for bull baiting, so they make fine watchdogs. Although they generally get along well with other family pets, English bulldogs can be aggressive to unfamiliar dogs.
Living With:
English bulldogs make fine apartment pets and do not require a yard. Typically low-endurance dogs, they need only a moderate amount of exercise. They thrive best in temperate climates; they readily overheat and have breathing difficulties in hot weather, and they chill easily in cold temperatures. Generally loud breathers, English bulldogs tend to snore and wheeze. Many drool as well. They are moderate shedders and their short coats require little grooming. However, the wrinkles on the face should be wiped regularly to prevent skin infections.
Health
Bulldog owners should be vigilant to ensure their dog does not become overheated. A Bulldog should not be left out in the hot sun unsupervised or without access to shade and water, and of course no dog should be left in an enclosed car in even mildly warm weather. If a Bulldog is overexcited or breathing too hard, his tongue will hang out unusually far and have a bluish cast instead of the normal pink. Immediate soaking with cool water and giving ice can help to cool the dog. The ANKC provides additional detailed advice on Bulldog health and care.
Care
English Bulldogs do not need a lot of exercise. They have fairly low energy levels, although there are exceptions to every rule. To keep their weight down, however, they need daily exercise through short walks or play times in the yard. Many English Bulldogs enjoy playing and will spend much of their time in various activities, but they are not so high energy that they need a large yard or long periods of exercise. This breed is prone to heat exhaustion and should not be exercised in hot temperatures. Limit walks and active play to cool mornings and evenings.
When training a English Bulldog, take into account that although they are intelligent and usually eager to please, they are also free thinkers. That means they can be stubborn. Many different training techniques are successful with this breed, so don’t give up if a certain method doesn’t work; just try a different technique.
To pique your Englishie’s interest, try to make training seem like a game with lots of fun and prizes. It is important to crate train your English Bulldog puppy even if you plan to give him the freedom of the house when he reaches adulthood. Regardless of breed, puppies explore, get into things they shouldn’t, and chew things that can harm them. It can be expensive both to repair or replace destroyed items and to pay the vet bills that could arise, so crate training benefits your wallet and your temper as well as your puppy’s well being.
Feeding
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
NOTE : How much your adult dog eats depends on his size, age, build, metabolism, and activity level. Dogs are individuals, just like people, and they don’t all need the same amount of food. It almost goes without saying that a highly active dog will need more than a couch potato dog. The quality of dog food you buy also makes a difference — the better the dog food, the further it will go toward nourishing your dog and the less of it you’ll need to shake into your dog’s bowl.
For more on feeding your Englishie, see our guidelines for buying the right food, feeding your puppy, and feeding your adult dog.
SIZE:
Weight Range:
Male: 54 lbs.
Female: 50 lbs.
Height at Withers:
Male: 17 in.
Female: 16 in.
Children And Other Pets
Length: Short
Characteristics: Straight
Colors: Brindle (subtle “tiger stripe” effect), piebald, solid red, fawn or white
Overall Grooming Needs: Low
Expectations:
Exercise Requirements: 20-40 minutes/day
Energy Level: Laid back
Longevity Range: 8-10 yrs.
Tendency to Drool: High Tendency to Snore: High
Tendency to Bark: Low
Tendency to Dig: Low Social/Attention Needs: Moderate
Club Recognition:
ANKC Classification: Non-Sporting
Coat Color And Grooming
An all-over brushing with a soft brush for 10 minutes two or three times a week will keep the Bulldog looking his best. During periods of heavier shedding, it can help to first use a rubber curry brush. The wrinkles on the Bulldog’s face need to be regularly checked to make sure the skin is clean and dry, as food or moisture can get trapped and cause irritation or infection. A cotton ball dipped in peroxide can be used to clean the wrinkles, and cornstarch can be applied afterward to aid in drying’” although neither should be used near the eyes. The ears and the area under the tail should be kept clean, and the dog’s nails trimmed every two weeks or so.
Children And Other Pets
English Bulldogs get along well with children, and they’re not so tiny that they can’t live in a household with a toddler. That said, no dog should ever be left alone with a young child. It’s just common sense to supervise and make sure that neither is poking or otherwise harassing the other.
When they are socialized to them during puppyhood, English Bulldogs can get along well with other dogs and cats. Overly spoiled English Bulldogs, however, may be jealous toward other dogs, especially if those other dogs are getting attention from the Englishie’s very own person.
