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More so with this breed than others, there is a vast difference in quality, and unfortunately there are a lot of not so good looking Bulldogs out there. To help your important decision, we’ve complied this guide.

WHO IS SUITED TO THIS BREED?

The English bulldog, the pride and symbol of Brittan. Nowadays, a great companion with a gentle/docile demeanour, but a few centuries ago it was bred for Bull baiting and a very rugged and tough customer indeed. This aggressiveness has thankfully now been bred out, and the Bulldog has become more appealing on the eye, especially for the show ring. Unfortunately, this breeding has caused health problems, which makes it not an easy nor cheap breed to own and always some money is needed to be set aside for vet consultations (cherry eye, skin problems, dysplasia issues, patella luxations...). What I am saying here is that it is probably not suited to those on a tight budget. Bulldogs do not need a great deal of exercise especially as they get older (they can be very playful as pups), so suited to lazy indoor coach potato lifestyle such as in an apartment. Elderly people like them for this and may just take them for one leisurely stroll once a day around the block or let them play in a small yard for a bit. A little downside to this inside living is that they can be messy eaters and snore. With considerate kids Bulldogs are great, so make excellent family companions. Bulldogs are best suited to temperate climates and not very hot/humid weather where they can overheat fast, especially if expected to run or walk in it. If looking for a “lifetime companion” you should note that this breed on average lives til only 7-10 years. Bullies range from 600 – 6000 USD upwards. We do suggest you go for quality and not price as what you save in price at the beginning, you may make up for in vet visits later if you catch my drift (we do not suggest to go under 1500 USD for your Bully). This is one breed you must truly have a passion for to appreciate it and spend quality time with. It thrives on human attention.

MALE OR FEMALE

Usually, this breed gets on well with other dogs whether male or female. Sometimes can be a little scrappy with strange dogs, but the secret here is good early socialization in the puppy hood. Males are going to be bigger/grander and will show the true Bulldog traits more, which is a big draw card for some. On the other hand, females are likely to be a little more relaxed and cleaner as they do not mark their territory with sent everywhere.



COLOUR AND SIZE

- Brindle
- White (can be patched/pied with this list of colours too as the adult above)
- Light fawn through to a rich red (can have white markings as the below pictured pup)
- Black (not usually kennel club accepted, but people like it because it is rare and unique)

The average size for a Bulldog adult is around 23–27 kg (50-60 lbs). Although not so high of the ground (31-36 cm) it should be classed as a medium sized breed, so if you wanted a small dog, it might not be the one for you. It’s not a bad idea to keep around the average and make sure you at least see photos and know the weights of the parents before your purchase. There is also a new hype called the Miniature Bulldog (same look, just bred smaller but not mixed) and the weight is ranging from 11–18 kg (25-40 lbs).

CONFORMATION OVER COLOUR!

Conformation (shape) is sadly often overlooked and colour/markings takes precedence, which is wrong and should only play a part if 2 dogs are similar in build and you have to choose between them! On the contrary to the bow legged cartoon Bulldog in Tom and Jerry, the legs should be straight and set wide apart by the chest and shoulders. Facial wrinkles are great but can mean more health issues as cherry eye and extra work cleaning between them to avoid skin irritations. These furrows are not always favoured by show judges either. A flat/squashed nose with one big thick hotdog nose rope is a real trademark of the breed, along with a massive square head. The body should be stocky, with a low to the ground profile, supported by dense bones (fore and hind legs) as thick as tree trunks so to speak. Also look for some loose folds of skin as easily seen on the gorgeous puppy below. A short bun-looking tail is usually preferred, to a longer one as Bulldogs often can have. A useful tip to judge conformation is to start at the head and work your way along the body. Although a young puppy is changing fast, these are early traits to look for, as likely to be carried through.



It’s worth noting that there is a tendency that the best ones come from Europe and from European lines. Please feel free to contact Euro Puppy to ask us questions and check out our quality English Bulldog puppies for sale.

Do feel free to leave any comments and your thoughts on this article? Since there is so much to write about this breed, a 2nd part is coming soon.

Famke Janssen, is well known for her role as Dr. Jean Grey in the X-Men series. As a one time fashion model, she is also well known for her role in the "Golden Eye" movie.

She is devoted to her Boston Terrier called Licorice. She takes Licorice with her when she travels too!



Boston Terriers are American Dogs. They are considered to be "American Gentlemen" because of their markings and also their temperament.

Interestingly, they were originally bred as a cross between the Old English Bulldog and the English White Terrier. These breeds are now extinct, and find expression in the Boston Terrier.

So many people feel that a dog belongs on a leash. They either don't have the time, or patience to keep up with a young dog that's running around all over the place, so they make the dog stay in the backyard on a leash.

That is just not right. A dog wasn't made for people to tie up permanently. They were meant to run wild, be free, and explore.



Keep in mind that tying up your dog for extended periods of time, or as a habit is a sure way to ruin the dog's temper. They're not healthy, both mentally and physically. They are likely to get aggressive and bolt at the first opportunity - Wouldn't you?

Having a dog is a responsibility. If you've bought a dog by mistake and realize too late that you don't have the ability to care for him or her, then at least try and find a good home that will take care of them properly. It's no shame to you. Everyone makes mistakes. But you must take responsibility to correct those mistakes.

So who did the Wicked Witch of the West have to comfort her in her evil? Some say it must have been a cat, but why not a dog? A dog is much more interesting, and comes in many more shapes and sizes.

Here is what the witch must have looked like, with her dogs...



The drawing is one of Ink on Paper, which nicely brings out the black and white element in the drawing. The image of the witch is nicely done right down to her stockings, and the terriers are well represented too.

Every week Euro Puppy showcases a dog lamp. Is it tacky or wacky? We will leave it up to you to decide. While having our own beliefs, we would love your comments...Enjoy....

Spooky Dog

It doesn't look as if there's anything special about this dog lamp. Not until you turn in on anyway. Made out of lightweight polypropylene, when lit up, the lamp glows from inside to reveal a skeleton!

Even the color of the eye changes to red. This can mean one of two things. Either the dog is really a ghost under the guise of a harmless pup, or he/she is being electrocuted!

This is somewhat controversial, but the figures speak for themselves. Every year, Americans spend four times the amount of money on Dog Food, than on Baby food.

The reasons for this are open to interpretation, but my guess is that more and more people are choosing to have dogs instead of rearing kids. No judgments there! Dogs are great for people who don't want the "hassle" of being responsible for a human being for 18 years or so.



Or it could mean that dogs just eat a hell of a lot more than babies! But given that Baby food is so expensive, that could nullify the effect.
Anyway, imagine spending $1.5 Billion a year on Pet Food!

Sometimes, I swear it really seems as if dogs have all the luck! I mean what do they need to do at home? Just sit around for hours doing nothing (how do they do that!?), they never brush their teeth (and rarely have issues), don't have to shave.....


If the phrase "It's a dog's life" means this, then I want to have a dog's life too!

Adorable puppies! We all love them, and wish they never grew up....

Recently, we received a request for a guide dog for a 10 year old child. The family has been trying to locate a suitable seeing eye dog for their daughter but without any luck. They found that responsible trainers don't allow children under 17 to have guide dogs. The obvious question is, 'Why can't my child have a well trained guide dog if she is 10?'

Here is the question asked by one of her parents:

'My daughter is the one who is in need of a dog. She is almost 10. We adopted her from China when she was 4. You can actually "google" her on internet under "Cricket Bidleman." In the US, we cannot find a guide dog provider who will provide a dog to any child under 17 years. Cricket is in regular school, and her only difficulty is when she moves from class to class or to the field because even with a cane, she ends up running into things a quite a bit since she can't see.'

As much as we all would love to help Cricket, training and placing a Guide Dog is a huge responsibility on the owner as well as the dog. It can take years to properly train a guide dog. However, it doesn't stop there! The blind or visually impaired person needs training as well. This includes learning how to be a responsible and understanding dog owner, how to sense the dog's signs and messages and how to respond to them.

In addition, to complete their training, the dogs need a "follow up training" with their new family and owner in order to accustom them to the personality of their master.

The best advice I can give you, is to wait till your child is at least 16 years old as she has to learn how to handle a seeing eye dog. Even if someone would provide a guide dog for a child under 16, you should understand that it might do more harm than good.