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Is Your Bulldog Eating Too Fast?


  Bulldogs love to eat and can eat extremely fast. Eating too quickly is certainly not ideal and can even be dangerous for a bulldog. Some of these dangers include:  So the question is… how do I slow down my bulldog from eating too quickly? First, you want to make sure that your bulldog is eating at the correct height. This isn’t a huge issue with bulldogs because they are pretty low to the ground. You can elevate food and...

Potty Training Your Bulldog Puppy


  Potty Training Challenges Whether it’s the toddler or puppy running around your house, potty training often receives a groan of exasperation. It can be frustrating and feel like a long process, to potty train your new English Bulldog puppy. With discipline and dedication, a new bulldog puppy should master the potty training process in a few weeks.  As English Bulldog breeders focused on the health and wellbeing of our bulldogs, we encourage our adopters to implement potty training methods...

Children and Your Bulldog


  Preparation is essential A puppy and child relationship is beautiful and special. We love to see a bulldog who grows up with a close bond to their families. However, if a bulldog has a bad experience with children, it may cause them to be wary of children in the future. It’s especially likely if it happens when they are young, or if it is the only experience they have had with children. That’s why, if you have children, you...

Should My Bulldog Go to Obedience Class?


  Should My Bulldog Go To Obedience Class? If you’ve been considering whether or not your bulldog should go to obedience school, you’ve landed on the right page. You may have mixed feelings when you hear the word “obedience.” However, we want to help provide you with the most well-informed guidance on what, when, why, where, and the pros and cons of taking your bulldog to obedience school. What Is Obedience Classes? The American Kennel Club defines obedience classes as...

Feeding Your Bulldog Puppy


  The correct dog food is essential to a bulldog diet After much research and many phone calls to manufacturers, we decided to go with Diamond Puppy/Adult food. This decision came after many years of using Royal Canin which we were mostly happy with. We felt that we should find a food formulated for our Bulldog moms.  Diamond puppy food is specifically designed for pregnant, nursing moms, and puppies.  It exceeds the minimum amount of calcium and phosphorus that a...

Brindle English Bulldog Color Guide (2023)


Brindle English Bulldog Puppies For Sale Color Guide     example of a Brindle English Bulldog Puppy     History of the Brindle Coat     The Brindle Bulldog coat is typically classified as a standard or traditionally accepted coat color within Bulldog Clubs and the AKC.  Historically, the Brindle English Bulldog was one of the original coat colors within the English Bulldog breed standard originally created and observed.  It is important to understand that the brindle color is actually...

White English Bulldog Color Guide (2023)


White English Bulldog Puppies For Sale Color Guide           History of the White Coat     The White Bulldog coat is typically classified as a standard or traditionally accepted coat color within Bulldog Clubs and the AKC.  Historically, the White English Bulldog was one of the original coat colors within the English Bulldog breed standard originally created and observed, with the 2nd color being red. In the early 1800’s Bulldogs were primarily used for jobs connected...

Fawn English Bulldog Color Guide (2023)


Fawn English Bulldog Puppies For Sale Color Guide         History of the Fawn Coat     The fawn Bulldog coat is typically described as a reddish/blonde color and is classified as a standard or traditionally accepted coat color within Bulldog Clubs and the AKC.  Historically, the fawn coat color was quite possibly considered undesirable during the early formation of the English Bulldog breed.  In the early 1800’s Bulldogs were primarily used for jobs connected to bull baiting...

English Bulldog Puppies and Doggy Daycare


  Bruiser Bulldog’s Take on Doggy Day Care       You bought your first AKC registered English Bulldog from us, but after a few months, life hit full swing. It’s pushing you in every which way, diverting your time from the newest addition to your family, Jack. Life hits busy seasons whether around the holidays or during the school year. That’s why we encourage considering doggy daycare for those seasons.   PUPPY HEALTH While some people may discourage daycare,...

7 tips to traveling with your bulldog


The 7 Best Tips to Travel with your Bulldogs       7 tips to traveling with your bulldog Here are some tips and reminders for making travel easy and safe when you take your bully with you!   1. Visit the Vet To start, we recommend that you pay a visit to your veterinarian for a checkup. Make sure that your bully is up to date on all vaccinations, rabies and preventatives. Depending on the destination, you may need...

Socializing your English Bulldog


English Bulldog Socialization         Have you ever experienced a bulldog that has cowered or even snapped at you while being approached? All the while, the owner of the dog explains that “Fifo just doesn’t like strangers”. More than likely, the dog in question was not introduced to a basic socialization program as a puppy. A proper socialization program introduces and educates the young puppy about the world around them. The critical learning period for an English bulldog...

Does Your English Bulldog Need A Dog Walker?


Is it essential to hire a dog walker for your English Bulldog?       When it comes to hiring a dog walker, it depends on your situation and how much time you can afford to give your dog. The problem is that many of our adopters live in the city, and urban life is busy. If you have a Bulldog and spend most of your time at work, you won’t be able to provide for your dog’s needs without...

English Bulldog Potty Training


The Best Way to Potty Train an English Bulldog Puppy       Potty training your new English Bulldog puppy can certainly be a difficult task. Living in an apartment increases the difficulty. It’s important to respond promptly when your puppy needs to potty, and if you live in an area where you don’t have quick access to a grassy area this can be a real problem. You must get it right the first time, if a puppy isn’t potty...

Best English Bulldog Dog Food


What is the Best English Bulldog Dog Food?       Just like diets for humans, English Bulldog dog food brands market a variety of fad diets. These diets have a wide range of proposed benefits, but some may not have benefits at all, and others could be dangerous. In the case of the grain-free diet, research is being done to determine whether it increases the risk of dilated cardiomyopathy (a type of heart disease).  Benefits of a Grain-Free Diet...

Do You Need Pet Insurance For Your Bulldog?


The Inconvenient Necessity of English Bulldog Pet Insurance     We haven’t always recommended pet insurance for our English Bulldog Puppies for Sale. However, as it becomes more common, and vet bills become more expensive, it is very helpful. Now, as responsible English Bulldog breeders we recommend that you consider getting pet insurance. It is very much worth looking into.   What is pet insurance? Insurance for your pet is just like health insurance for you. You pay a monthly...

Finding a Good Vet for a Healthy Bulldog


Every pet owner needs to find a good vet to make sure their pet stays as healthy as possible. For an English Bulldog owner, there is an added layer of complexity. Because  Bulldogs commonly have health issues, many vets have the policy to perform surgeries on things like pinched nostrils. Bulldogs also have more problems with anesthesia. In the case that they do need surgery, too much anesthesia can be dangerous. We have spent years breeding Bulldogs who are healthy. That...

How to Give Your Bulldog Puppy a Bath


Once your new puppy is home, you’re going to need to start giving them baths. It’s not just to keep them clean, it’s also a valuable socialization tool. The more consistent you are with bath time now, the easier it will be to give your bulldog puppy a bath as they get older. Getting ready Before you start, make sure you have everything you need right next to the sink or bathtub where you intend to bathe your dog. It’s...

English Bulldogs and Doggy Day Care


So you’ve bought your first AKC registered healthy English Bulldog from us. After a few months, life has hit full swing and is pushing you in every which way, diverting your time from the newest addition to your family, Jack. We all understand when life hits those busy seasons whether around the holidays or during the school year and encourage considering doggy daycare for those busy seasons.       PUPPY HEALTH   While some people may discourage daycare, we...