How To Choose The Right Bulldog Puppy

Everyone knows the Bulldog breed. In fact it has been a favorite among people for at least a hundred years. The British originally used the Bulldog as a fighting dog to help protect their livestock. When bullfighting was popular the Bulldog became a quick favorite because of their strong bite. Their characteristically large head and strong, square build helps to give them their solid and muscular build. Their strong bite comes from their strong and undershot jaw and their strong appearance comes from their short and square muzzle.

However, English Bulldog puppies are really quite gentle towards their owners despite this ferocious look and dominant personality. Although before you decide to add English Bulldog puppies to your household you need to consider a few aspects of the breed. You want to make sure you choose a breed that matches what you are looking for since every dog is different and every person is different. English Bulldog puppies are very patient and tolerant especially when it comes to children. This is why the Bulldog has become one of the most suitable breeds for children throughout the years. The breed will often play with the children and doesn't complain much so even if the children accidentally hurt them they won't get easily irritated.

The Bulldog is very tenacious and dominant however when it comes to strangers and other dogs. Therefore English Bulldog puppies will pursue something persistently and aggressively if they want to. Even if the Bulldog is in the presence or territory of another dog they will still display this dominant trait. As a result dogfights can happen if you aren't careful to maintain full control of English Bulldog puppies.So if you want a guard dog then the Bulldog is probably right for you. The ferocious look and aggressive attitude of the breed will definitely scare off intruders. However, they don't usually bark or give a warning before attacking so they aren't the best for those who want a dog that will warn them.

The tolerant behavior of English Bulldog puppies also has some disadvantages. Because of this behavior you will have to be very perceptive to your dogs feelings otherwise they can become very sick before you have a chance to treat the condition. English Bulldog puppies don't easily express themselves whether they are injured, feeling ill, thirsty, hungry or simply cold and often won't let you know something is wrong. You will also have a difficult time restraining your dog if you don't properly train them from an early age because of this behavior.

You should also be aware that English Bulldog puppies have a very high sense of the right and wrong and will sulk for days if they believe they are being unjustly punished. Without energy and patience you will have a hard time dealing with headstrong English Bulldog puppies. So if this doesn't seem right for you then you might want to consider a breed that is more placid and less dominant. However, remember that these are general temperaments, all dogs are different and you might still be able to find the perfect Bulldog for you.

Bobby Callahan has years of knowledge about raising English Bulldog puppies. It is important that you make sure your household is the perfect fit for Bulldog puppies.

By Bobby Callahan Published: 5/28/2008