Bulldog Care

The information on this page is general advice aimed at giving prospective bulldog parents an idea of the level of care, maintenance and time you will need to dedicate to your new puppy. It is recommended that you read this information to help you decide if a bulldog would be the right fit for your lifestyle and household. I will always be on hand to answer any specific questions you might have about the care of your puppy. If you want to see first hand what being owned by a bulldog is like you can follow my Facebook page "Bulldogs on Military" plus general dog health information on the 'Salty Paws Australia" Facebook page.

Regular grooming not only helps to keep your bulldog looking happy and healthy it helps to form a bond between you and your new bulldog. Start your routine as soon as you get your puppy to get them used to being handled and groomed.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Having more than one dog can be a great way to ensure your fur babies always have someone to play with and keep them company while you are not at home. However, please think about how any current or future dogs may interact with your bulldog and be prepared to put some time into making sure they are comfortable playing and living together.

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