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Bulldog
Medium Breed
The Bulldog has a reputation as a fighter, but any owner will tell you that this is not the case. Whilst being bred for combat, they now make excellent companions with a gentle, sweet nature.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Males 25kg / 55lbs; Females 23kg / 50lbs (standards may vary)
Height
36-43cm / 14-17in (standards may vary)
Coat
Short, fine textured close hair
Markings
Red, brindles, fawn, white, piebald. May have black mask or muzzle.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
Described by some as 'beautiful in their ugliness', the Bulldog loves human companionship where they display a docile, quiet temperament, and will defend their family fearlessly if required to.
Temperament
Despite giving the impression of tough aggression, the Bulldog is actually a gentle breed that loves everyone and is very good with children. It seeks out human attention and thrives on it, returning the love it receives with complete devotion that makes the Bulldog a worthy adversary for any unwanted intruder.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Bulldog's aggressive temperament has been bred out, leaving a caring, protective nature in a gentle and loving dog. The Bulldog's gruff appearance hides the loving personality that this breed has to offer.
- Makes a good protective family pet and is excellent with children
- Very inactive indoors
- Excels as a guardian and watchdog
- Happy in the majority of climates
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Good for novice owners
- Good for apartment living, is happy without a yard
- Constant shedder and regular grooming needed
- Has a tendency to be strong-willed
- Drools a lot and a messy eater
- Prone to heat stroke, skin infections, eye and respiratory problems
- Breeding can be problematical