Thursday, April 12, 2018

What You Need To Know About English Bulldog Puppies For Sale Before You Take One Home

By Rebecca Richardson


When families decide it's time to add a pet to the household, they have to take a lot of things into consideration. Finding an animal that fits into the family dynamic is important. Physically active people may prefer an energetic dog that can keep up with them. Less active individuals may choose tiny lap dogs. Certain others, especially University of Georgia football fans, are intrigued by English bulldog puppies for sale.

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.

Well cared for bulldogs will live from ten to twelve years. Because of their build, most have health issues that must be addressed. Before you choose your puppy, you need to get the parent's health clearances. Any reputable breeder will be happy to provide them and will know that bulldogs should not be bred before two, when they reach full maturity and can be tested.

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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