English bulldog puppies are wild little things, but as they grow and mature they spend more time snoring on the sofa. Despite their resting gloom-face, English bulldogs are happy-go-lucky characters with kind, courageous and often hilarious personalities. Their charm is further highlighted by their crablike waddle thatāll make you smile even on the worst of days.
While English bulldogs are super laid back they can be rather stubborn at times; proper training tactics help to maintain a respectful relationship between you and your dog. Early socialization is also fundamental to reduce aggression in bulldogs as they age.
Fast Facts About English Bulldogs
- The average male weighs 54 pounds and the average female weighs 50 pounds.
- Males average 17 inches, measured at the highest point along the back, and females average 16 inches.
- They have a short, fine coat that is fairly easy to groom and maintain.
- Colors include brindle (tiger stripe), piebald, fawn, white or solid red.
- The average English bulldog lives 8-10 years.
- Originally bred for bull baiting, English bulldogs originated in the British Isles sometime before the 13th century.
Is An English Bulldog Right For You?
If you answer āyesā to most or all of the following questions this breed will likely make a pawesome pal.
Do you want a moderate sized dog whose stature is low to the ground?
English bulldogs are not very tall, but their bulky frame makes them rather heavy and categorizes them as a moderate sized canine.
Do you want a dog that doesnāt require much exercise?
Like all dogs, they need some exercise in order to stay fit and healthy. Yet, they arenāt designed to spend hours running around the neighborhood or local park. English bulldogs prefer light walks a few times each day, or around 20-40 minutes of exercise per day. Preferably when itās cool outside because they are prone to overheating.
Do you prefer a dog that doesnāt bark much?
While this loyal breed is protective of its pack, itās not big on barking. BUT, English bulldogs do make a variety of other soundsāsuch as snorting, snuffling, wheezing, grunting and snoring loud enough to wake the neighbors. Oh, and you canāt forget farting! Side note: if you feed your dog a natural diet of real meat and other fresh foods you can reduce flatulence considerably.
Do you think drooling dogs are adorable?
You better! English bulldogs are full of slobber after eating or drinking, and sometimes for no reason at all. A simple shake of their head can leave you covered in slimy saliva.
Are you financially prepared to deal with high vet bills and common health problems?
Due to the English bulldogās unique breeding they are prone to a number of health problems that result in high vet bills. Common health problems include heart problems, hip problems, respiratory issues and skin conditions.
English bulldogs, like other short-nosed (brachycephalic) dogs, are prone to dry, crusty, discolored snouts. Thankfully, Snout Soother offers an affordable, safe and effective solution to even the worst dry noses.
Natural Dog Company is proud to offer a variety of carefully formulated dog balms infused with natural healing properties geared specifically to treat common skin ailments that affect English bulldogs. For instance, those adorable wrinkles are prone to all kinds of infections, chaffing and irritations including bulldog tail infections, all of which Wrinkle Balm is proven to soothe, treat and heal.
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Sources:
http://www.hillspet.com/en/us/dog-breeds/english-bulldog
http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/bulldogs.html
