The English Bulldog and English Bulldog Puppy

Back in the day, the bulldog’s toughness and tenacity were traits sought after by breeders who were seeking the ultimate “bullfighting” dog, hence the “bulldog” name we all came to love.

English bulldog and The English Bulldog Puppy

The selection for the flat bulldog nose allowed breathing even while holding the bull by his nose.

Bulldog bullfighting is now outlawed

ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPY CURRENT STANDARD

These days, bulldogs are still known for their stubbornness, but they are relatively docile, well suited to indoor environments such as homes and apartments, and have become traditional family pets.

English bulldog puppy is ranked as the 3-6th most popular breed in the USA in the last decade.

English and French bulldog puppy preventive care

Unfortunately, due to its high ranking, some disreputable breeders have taken advantage of the newfound popularity of the breed.

BULLDOG PUPPY COMMON HEALTH RISK

Common English bulldog puppy health risks and medical ailments include:

1. BULLDOG PUPPY RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS

French bulldog pinched stenotic nares

2. BULLDOG PUPPY ELONGATED SOFT PALATE

English bulldog puppies are highly prone to the elongated soft palate, a condition usually manifested by breathing difficulties and vibrating breathing sounds during excitement and activity (Stridor).

3. ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPY EYE PROBLEMS

Bulldog puppy cherry eye

4. BULLDOG PUPPY OVERHEATING PROBLEMS:

Bulldog Heat Stroke:

Primarily due to their predisposition to the brachycephalic syndrome that affects their airways and thermal body regulation.

5. PULLDO PUPPY ORTHOPEDICS:

  • MPL
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • ACL tears
  • Spondylosis
  • Osteoarthritis

6. BULLDOG PUPPY BACK PROBLEMS:

  • Bulldog vertebral malformation
  • Spina bifida
  • Hemivertbra
  • IVDD

Bulldog spina bifida diapers

7. BULLDOG PUPPY SKINFOLD PROBLEMS:

Skin fold problems manifest as skin folds and moist dermatitis in areas such as:

bulldog nasal fold skinfold dermatitis

8. BULLDOG PUPPY SKIN PROBLEMS:

  • Atopic Dermatitis
  • Food Allergy
  • Contact Allergy
  • Demodex Mites
  • Flea Allergy
  • Bulldog Acne

9. BULLDOG PUPPY EAR DISEASE PROBLEMS:

 

  • Otitis Externa
  • Allergic Otitis
  • Ear Mites
  • Stenotic End Stage Ear Disease

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ENGLISH BULLDOG WELLNESS:

  • Fecal Test: including a screen for protozoa like Giardia (common to breeder facilities)
  • Core Vaccine: 3–4 times every 3 years after the first year booster.
  • Dewormer: for common puppy worms like roundworms
  • Flea Preventive
  • Heartworm Prevention: Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes
  • Microchip: Microchip ID and Proof of ownership
  • Pet Insurance: At least for the first year

The cornerstone of this website is Bulldog Prevention & Care

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ENGLISH BULLDOG PREVENTIVE CARE THERAPEUTICS

  • SKINCARE
  • SKINFOLDS CARE
  • EAR CARE
  • JOINT & BACK CARE

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BULLDOG PUPPY BREEDER TIP:

I recommend that you seek a reputable breeder

ENG. BULLDOG PUPPY BULLDOG VET TIP:

Have your puppy screened by a veterinarian familiar with the breed’s unique medical problems.

BULLDOG RESCUE TIP:

Before buying a new bulldog puppy, consider checking with your local rescue.

The cost of a rescue puppy is much lower, and you’ll have the bonus of saving a bulldog in desperate need of a loving family and a new home.

For more information on how to adopt a rescued bulldog and how to support and empower rescue, click here.

PUPPY PREVENTION & MAINTENANCE TIP:

Before or after buying or adopting a bulldog puppy or other Brachycephalic breed you should adhere to a few cardinal preventive measures

  • Healthy lean weight
  • Regular physical activity with consideration to your pup’s abilities and the state of his or her airways
  • If there is evidence of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) have your pup evaluated and if needed have the condition repaired
  • Stat daily prevention with bully therapeutics for common breed conditions such as
    • Skinfolds wiping
    • Ears wiping and rinsing
    • Joint support
    • Immune boost
    • Etc

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