Bulldog

Size: Medium to Large
Other Names: British Bulldog, English Bulldog
Country of Origin: United Kingdom (England)
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): Non-Sporting
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Non-Sporting
United Kennel Club (UKC): Companion Dog
Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC): Non-Sporting
The Kennel Club (KC): Utility
Kennel Union of Southern Africa (KUSA): Utility
National Kennel Club (NKC): Recognized
New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC): Non-Sporting

Height:

14–15 inches

Weight:

Male: 50-79 pounds; Female: 40-50 pounds

Color(s):

Variety

Coat:

Smooth, short

Description:

The Bulldog, colloquially known as the British Bulldog, is a foaming type of dog that originated in England.

Temperament:

Bulldogs are general good-natured.  Despite their famous "sour mug" expression, Bulldogs are generally docile, although they can prove to be very fast movers at times.  They are friendly and gregarious, but occasionally willful.  Bulldogs can be so attached to home and family that they will not venture out of the yard without a human companion.  Due to their friendly nature, bulldogs are known for getting along well with children, other dogs and pets. A bulldog is suitable for houses, as well as apartments, due to their size and susceptibility to the weather.

Training:

Bulldogs are easily trainable as compared with many other breeds.

Care & Grooming:

Bulldogs require daily cleaning of their face folds to avoid unwanted infections caused by moisture accumulation.  Daily teeth brushing with a regular human soft toothbrush using a vet-approved toothpaste is also recommended.  Like all dogs, bulldogs require daily exercise.  If not properly exercised the bulldog could gain weight, which could cause health problems relating to the lungs and heart.  Bulldogs are extremely sensitive to heat and cold and great care should be given to the dog during overly warm periods.  During these times, the owner should ensure that the dog has plenty of shade and water, and should be ideally kept out of standing heat.  The tail in some dogs can be tight to the body and can cause infection if not treated or cleaned underneath regularly.

Shedding:

Low; the short coat is easy to wipe clean.

Health:

Bulldogs commonly have brachycephalic airway trouble, hip dysplasia, cherry eye, and skin-fold infections.  They overheat easily and often need veterinary care around whelping.

Lifespan:

8–10 years

Litter Size:

4–6 puppies