English Bulldog

This breed requires very little exercise. They are couch potatoes and will need encouragement for daily exercise. Short leash walks twice a day for 5 to 10 minutes should be enough, but make sure to exercise only in cooler weather. The Bulldog is a brachycephalic breed, making them prone to heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and respiratory distress. In warmer months with high humidity, indoor activities in an air-conditioned environment are best for this breed. Make sure they have access to water and shade at all times when outside.

The English Bulldog requires a high-quality, balanced diet. This breed tends to overeat, so they should be observed to ensure that they’re not being overfed. Excessive weight can lead to health issues in Bulldogs in particular, since they are a brachycephalic breed. You can consult your veterinarian if you have any concerns regarding their weight. Your vet can also help develop a weight management program and address any itching or hair loss, which may be an indication of food allergies.

The Bulldog is a relatively low-maintenance breed in terms of grooming, however, they are relatively high maintenance when it comes to skin care. They require weekly bathing and brushing. Ensure that you are washing in-between all skin folds and wrinkles around the head, face, and neck to prevent skin bacteria and yeast infections. They are typically low to moderate shedders.

Bulldogs are predisposed to a number of diseases. If you are thinking about owning an animal from this breed you should consider getting pet insurance. Without pet insurance, treatment for any of these conditions can become very expensive.

Brachycephalic airway syndrome is a common problem for this breed and can be life-threatening without surgery. It is a condition that causes difficulty breathing due to an abnormal conformation of the face. Their flat, pushed-in muzzle also leads to the development of an elongated soft palate and stenotic nares. This condition can make temperature regulation difficult as well, which can lead to overheating or heat stroke.

Upper airway diseases may require surgery to correct the abnormal conformation. This type of surgery needs to be performed by a veterinarian surgeon and can be an expensive part of their medical care. Bulldogs are also prone to skin infections due to the folds and wrinkles around their face. You will need to make sure you are cleaning out these folds on a daily basis. Other issues for this breed include bone and joint disease, ocular disease, food and skin allergies, thyroid disease, and heart disease.

English Bulldogs are predisposed to: brachycephalic airway syndrome, elongated soft palate, stenotic nares, hip dysplasia, arthritis, cherry eye, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, entropion, skin infections, dermatitis, allergies, thyroid disease, cancer, ventricular septal defect, pulmonic stenosis, dystocia, urethral prolapse, and cryptorchidism.

The English Bulldog is a very intelligent breed, but they are capable of being stubborn, which can make training a challenge. They are food motivated and eager to please. Short training sessions may be appropriate as these dogs tend to lose focus. This breed has a tendency to be aggressive towards unfamiliar dogs, so they need to be socialized at a young age. Make sure that your puppy is up-to-date on their vaccinations before introducing them to dog parks or other public dog spaces. The Bulldog is a breed that needs to be encouraged to be active. If you let them, they will sleep all day.

This breed requires very little exercise. They are couch potatoes and will need encouragement for daily exercise. Short leash walks twice a day for 5 to 10 minutes should be enough, but make sure to exercise only in cooler weather. The Bulldog is a brachycephalic breed, making them prone to heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and respiratory distress. In warmer months with high humidity, indoor activities in an air-conditioned environment are best for this breed. Make sure they have access to water and shade at all times when outside.