Tips For Deciding If English Bulldog Puppies For Sale Are A Good Fit For You

By Rebecca Richardson


Adding a kitten or puppy to the household should be done with care. Finding just the right breed, pure or mixed, is critical for success. Families with active lifestyles may choose one type of puppy while others prefer tiny lap dogs. For some the attraction of English bulldog puppies for sale stems from their unique look and, in Georgia, their association with a beloved college football team.

It may be hard to believe, looking at these gentle animals that waddle rather than walk, but they were originally bred as fighters. They get their name from the sport of bull baiting popular in England in the fifteen hundreds. The dogs and bulls were put into an arena in the hope that the dog would grab the bull by the snout and wrestle it to the ground. People of the time actually believed this activity tenderized bull meat, making it more delectable when it got to the dinner table.

The bulldogs of today are better known for their sweet dispositions and social natures than their fighting skills. They are protective of their families, barking at unfamiliar noises. They can even intimidate strangers with their fierce appearance. Don't expect your pet to run down an intruder though. Bulldogs aren't the fastest learners, but once trained in a skill will never forget it.

These dogs are good choices for families with children. They have a lot of patience and can be trusted even with the very young. Parents must be responsible for teaching their children how to treat animals though. For instance, bulldogs anticipate mealtime and don't take kindly to anyone who tries to get between them and their food dishes. Teasing them with food can cause a serious problem.

Bulldogs do require some care. They should be brushed at least once a week to minimize hair on your clothes and furniture. You have to wipe their faces every day and make sure to dry between the wrinkles. Brushing their teeth several days a week is important to minimize bad breath. If their nails are clicking when they walk over the floor, it's time to trim them.

Bulldogs look forward to mealtime. So much so that they will gain weight unless you monitor their food intake. Experts say the best idea is to feed your pet twice a day, putting the food dish away between meals. Bulldogs are not particularly active, but can be induced to take a daily walk or two if the walks don't last too long.

Bulldogs have an average life span of about ten years and are prone to a number of health issues. You can help ensure you have the healthiest puppy possible by working only with reputable breeders who can produce health clearances for the parents. Dogs cannot be tested until they are at least two years old and so should not be bred until after that time.

Pets can be wonderful additions to families. Finding the right breed for yours is critical. Pets are as unique as the families that love them.




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