Bulldog Puppies and Dogs

Fast Facts & Guide to Bulldog Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to Bulldog Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the Bulldog.

Bulldog Guide and Fact File

Height: 12 - 16 inches

Weight: Male 24-25 kg / Female 22-23 kg

Size of Dog: Medium

Breed Type and Dog Group: Non-Sporting Group

Country of Origin of the Breed: The British Isles, Great Britain

Exercise Needs: Low to Regular

Coat Type: The Bulldog has a short, straight coat

Shedding hairs: The Bulldog sheds an average amount of hair

Grooming needs: Minimal - the grooming needs of this breed are low

Training a Bulldog (Trainability): Moderate - training may take a little time & patience

Other Names of Bulldog: English Bulldog, British Bulldog

Bulldog Lifespan - This dog lives for 8 - 10 years on average, sometime till around 12 years

Number of puppies per litter: The Bulldog's average litter size is around 5 puppies

Temperament / Behaviour: Gentle Natured, Kind-hearted, Brave and Protective

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our Bulldog puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female Bulldog dog names, illness and health problems.

Summary of Bulldog Puppies and Dogs

Bulldog puppies and dogs are loving and sweet animals that enjoy receiving attention and affection from their owners. They make excellent family pets as they bond and form great relationships with humans, in particular children. Although supervision is always recommended around younger children, this breed is known for its special bond with children and in fact, feels very protective towards them. The Bulldog is fearless and oozes courage so suitable training is a must to ensure that they do not become dominant. With the right training, dogs and puppies will become very obedient, but it might take a little time as they can be slow to train. The Bulldog is a very popular family pet. Their grooming needs are minimal and their short coat only needs to be brushed once per week. They should be bathed regularly as they get dirty very easily.

Choosing Bulldog Puppies and Dogs as Pets

Bulldog puppies grow into medium sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a Bulldog puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder. The Bulldog can be prone to sensitive skin so it's important to gently clean between their wrinkles in order to avoid skin conditions. They should be given a balanced diet and not overfed at any time as weight gain can increase their risk of hip dysplasia and can also cause flatulence! This loving breed of puppy and dog has a gentle nature, it is warm-hearted and protective often making them great guard dogs. They require daily walks but nothing too strenuous, and they shouldn't be exposed to hot weather where possible as the Bulldog can suffer very badly from overheating.

Bulldog Puppies and Dogs