Bulldog Care
Considerations - Care - Costs
Thinking about bringing a bulldog puppy into your life? This page offers general advice to help you understand the care, maintenance, and time you'll need to dedicate to your new furry friend. I recommend giving it a read to see if a bulldog is the right match for your lifestyle and home. I'm always here if you have any specific questions about caring for your pup – just reach out! If you'd like a sneak peek into the joys (and quirks) of bulldog life, feel free to follow my Facebook page, "Bulldogs on Military". For broader dog health tips, check out "Salty Paws Australia" on Facebook. Looking forward to helping you on this exciting journey!
Exercise
If you are hoping to go for regular 10 km jogs with your dog, then a bulldog isn't the one for you. Bulldogs don’t necessarily need daily walks as long as the amount of food being given matches the amount of exercise they get. However, be aware that not all bulldogs are couch potatoes, many have seemingly endless energy for racing around and getting into mischief. Semi regular walks, training and daily interactive play will help to keep your bulldog healthy and active, as well as reducing potentially destructive behaviour caused by boredom.
Food
There are lots of different options and opinions about the best food for your dog, in the end you need to find one that suits your budget, your bulldog's tummy and the amount of time you have to spend preparing their food. To start with use the brand that your bulldog comes with, this is what they have been raised on and any food changes need to be made slowly to avoid upset tummies. Raised and/or tilted food and water bowls are perfect for bulldogs.
Bedding and Housing
Bulldogs do not cope well with extreme temperatures, this, plus the fact at they are very valuable, means they are strictly indoor dogs when it comes to where they need to spend the majority of their time. Bulldogs should never be left outside unattended, overnight, or for long periods of time.
Bulldogs and Children
Growing up with a dog can be a wonderful, loving experience for a child, however, there is nothing more heartbreaking for a breeder than seeing a dog surrendered because the owners are having a child and feel they can no longer keep the dog.
Bulldogs and other Dogs
Bulldogs have a very different play style from many other breeds. Their play can look and sound rough, and without the right introductions and supervision, misunderstandings can happen. If you’re adding another dog or puppy, slow introductions, careful supervision, and understanding normal bulldog behaviour are key to creating a calm and safe household.
Average Stats & Info
Breed: British Bulldog, Lifespan: 8-10 years (but, hopefully many more), Height: 31-40cm, Weight female: 18-28kg, Weight male: 28-35kg, Hair length: Short