Owning a Bulldog

Exercise/Living Conditions Bulldogs do not require a lot of daily exercise. In fact, too much exercise in hot weather can become dangerous to a bulldogs health. Despite their love of relaxation, bulldogs should be walked regularly to keep them in shape. Obesity can become a problem for bulldogs that do not exercise often. Regular scheduled walks help keep their mind and body active. While walking a bulldog, be sure to walk in front of the bulldog, because in a dog's mind the leader of the pack is always out in front. Along those same lines, teach the bulldog to enter and exit all doors and gateways after people have gone through.

A lot of house space is not required to make a Bulldog happy. Apartments and condos will do just fine as long as there is a nice place for the Bulldog to rest and sleep. The size of the indoor space is not an issue because bulldogs are very inactive while indoors. Bulldogs are indoor pets and should not be kept outside for long periods of time. A temperate climate best suits a bulldog. They have trouble cooling themselves off in the heat and they chill easily in the cold. Healthy active English Bulldogs are able to move very quickly for short intervals of time, making playtime fun and exciting.

Weight Females: 49-51lbs Males: 53-55lbs

Litter Size (4-5 puppies) Caesarians are very common for this breed due to the puppies' large

Life Expectancy Average: 8yrs

Grooming your English bulldog puppy

English bulldogs have very fine, smooth, short hair, making their coat easy to groom. Comb their coat with a firm bristle brush to keep it healthy and clean. Do not bathe your English bulldog too often, only bathe them when necessary. However, you should wipe their face with a damp cloth every day to keep their wrinkled skin clean. English bulldogs shed an average amount in comparison to other breeds.

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