I am interested in purchasing an english bulldog and it seems that everyone is trying to convince me otherwise. I have heard of the heath problems, how bad are they?
2006-06-30 04:58:58 · 11 answers · asked by Red 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
English bulldogs are very loving yet slightly difficult breeds. You must wipe thir skin folds clean and check nasal passageways. They also snore. BUT, they are big cuddle bugs and love their families. Honestly, if you would like an expert opinion, call a local but respected breeder and ask them questions. You could even visit them to see if its the right breed for you. If so, you could adopt from there or elsewhere. If not try this.
http://www.glowdog.com/bestdog/
Hope this helps
2006-06-30 06:13:10 · answer #1 · answered by I luv canines 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think personally that if you really care and work hard to train an English Bulldog (or any dog for that matter). The dog will be so good after about the first year then after that it will be really easy.
P.S. Hope everything works out!
2006-06-30 05:04:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
English Bulldogs are grossly deformed and modern breeders, especially show breeders, perpetuate the health problems with every litter they produce. It's been said that if you feel like supporting your vet with great chunks of money, get an English Bulldog. They suffer from hip problems, heart problems, and skin problems. Their compromised respiratory system makes it very risky to anesthetize them.
English Bulldogs
What's good about 'em
What's bad about 'em
There are energetic Bulldogs, and placid Bulldogs.
Hard-headed Bulldogs, and sweet-natured Bulldogs.
Serious Bulldogs, and good-natured goofballs.
Introverted Bulldogs, and Bulldogs who love everyone.
If you acquire an English Bulldog puppy, you can't know for sure what he or she will grow up to be like. Because a good number of purebred puppies do NOT grow up to conform to the "norm."
Now let's look at some common characteristics for this breed...
If you want a dog who...
Is moderately-sized -- built low to the ground but very heavy
Has a short easy-care coat that comes in many colors
Is easygoing and dependable with most of the world
Doesn't need much exercise and spends much of the day snoring on the sofa
Seldom barks
An English Bulldog may be right for you.
If you don't want to deal with...
Tenacious stubbornness if he decides he really, really doesn't want to do something
Serious food possessiveness -- Bulldogs should not be fed around small children or other pets
Shedding
Snorting, snuffling, wheezing, grunting, loud snoring
Slobbering and drooling
Gassiness (flatulence)
A multitude of health problems, a short lifespan, and sky-high vet bills
High cost ($1000 and up)
An English Bulldog may not be right for you.
2006-06-30 05:04:45 · answer #3 · answered by KL 5 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Same as any dog. They tend to have some heath problems but if you know them (and how to get around/prevent them) you will have no problems with it.
Their shortness (nose and legs) make them bad runners. Don't go jog with them or something like that. Read up on them before you buy.. some skin problems they could have may turn your stomach but that's not specially for bulldogs.
2006-06-30 05:01:57 · answer #4 · answered by Puppy Zwolle 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Breathing problems; some have small windpipes as well. Also poor eyesight, very susceptible to heat stroke in warm weather or hot rooms and cars. Very cold sensitive. Puppies often delivered by caesarian section because of their broad heads. Its digestive system is very active and may be offensive to people with sensitive noses. Susceptible to skin infections. Also hip and knee problems.
This web site also has all info on the Bulldog
2006-06-30 05:07:57 · answer #5 · answered by Kelly88 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not hard at all, give him the love and care he needs and most likekly he'll be fine. If you want more information, I suggest you look up the internet for diseases common to their breed, for one I know he may develope breathing problems later on in life, as short snouted dogs occasionally tend to. Otherwise the occurances of such things are relatively rare. Hope this helped
2006-06-30 05:03:50 · answer #6 · answered by Black R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well... I have two friends who have an English bulldog and I have heard NOTHING from them about any special care... care that is beyond that expected of any other dog
2006-06-30 05:03:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are great dogs but require so much work. Keep the wrinkles clean and dry so they dont get a fungal infection. Known to have heart and breathing difficulties, and other skin problems
2006-07-07 04:20:49 · answer #8 · answered by Katt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Really hard. They have chronic skin disorders, joint problems, they can't deliver puppies except by Cesearian. Also, the males can up and die without warning from stroke, heart attack, or heat exposure. They aren't worth the money if you're looking for a good family dog.
2006-06-30 05:02:33 · answer #9 · answered by redtony 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Its not that hard if its a puppy and you treat it nice. But if its big then i dont know
2006-06-30 05:02:18 · answer #10 · answered by supermmario93 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋