how do i find a good english bull dog for less than 500.00?

Answer 1

Call your SPCA (aka Dog Pound) and ask if they have a list of rescue agencies (obviously you are looking for bulldog rescue agency)...

You may find a EBull that has been rescued for one reason or another for very little $$$. Frequently rescue agencies nearly give the animals away if they know it is going to a good home... be prepared though for a bit of an inquisition as rescue agencies are sometimes more particular about where a dog goes than many breeders...

BTW by adopting a rescued dog, you not only get your best friend for less than going to a breeder, you discourage backyard breeding (one less purchased from them), you save an animal that may be destroyed for no good reason, and you are more likely to know the animal is healthy since it will have a full medical workup done my a vet before your adopt...

Answer 2

You don't. If you do you should be questioning the quality of the breeder and the dog. I have a friend that raises and breeds english bulldogs. They are raised in the home and well socializes to people, children, car rides, vet visits and things in general. Part of the cost of a well breed well taken care of dog is for the breeders time and effort with the puppy. You also have to consider things like health guarantees, cesarean sections for delivery and the blood line of the dog that you are getting. You might want something more than just a back yard breeder's dog. By back yard breeder I mean someone who just breeds their dog to any other english bull dog and doesn't care about all the things I mention before. You just get what you get and there is no telling if it has been socialized at all. Dogs that don't get the proper care and training early on can develop behavior issues later not to mention medical issues. I wish you luck in your efforts to find a good english bull dog for that price.

Answer 3

You won't, plain and simple. If you'd like the long version of this answer, I'd be happy to tell you why. (You will likely only find backyard breeders with puppies with lots of health problems.)

Try http://www.petfinder.com . There are a lot of Bullies in shelters and rescues, but be cautioned that almost all of these dogs have serious problems. Usually, people who have good bulldogs only get them if they know they can support their very, very expensive needs. Not a lot of these "good and healthy" dogs end up in shelters.

Do your research first. Read this: http://www.akc.org/breeds/bulldog/index.cfm

And this is good, too: http://www.bullwrinkle.com/index.html?Bulldog%20Health.htm~indexmain

They'll break your wallet, especially if you can't afford the higher-priced puppies. And I'm only being honest... Here's list of some of the things you may need to watch for, *and treat*, with an English Bulldog.

Eye Problems: Entropion/ectropion, cherry eye, Distichiasis, Dry eye, corneal ulcer, conjunctivitis.

Skin/Wrinkle problems: Dermatitis, pyoderma, staph, allergies, acne, demodectic mange, hot spots, Interdigital cysts, tear stains, yeast infections

Heart problems: Murmurs, enlarged heart, valve defects

Mouth/Jaw: Cleft palate, hare lip

Structural problems: Hip dysplasia, luxating patella, hemivertebrae, spina bifida, elbow dysplasia, arthritis and other joint problems

Rear/Tail problems: Tight tail, inverted tail, impacted anal glands

Urinary problems: Urinary tract infections, bladder infections, polapsed urethra, pyometra

Respiratory problems: Stenotic nares, small trachea, hypoplastic trachea, elongated soft palate

Misc: Hyperthyroidism, bloat/gastric torsion, cancer

Answer 4

Try the Bulldog Club. They have a great rescue organization and also know breeders who will sell a non-standard dog for a lot less than a show dog if you promise to spay/neuter.

Answer 5

You won't find a purebred english bulldog for under 1800 unless it is an unethical breeder or something is wrong with the puppy.

Answer 6

There are a bunch of things you should know about dog training but we are going to discuss what I feel are some the most important. Keep in mind that these are only some of the things you should know. Go here http://OnlineDogTraining.enle.info/?dM98

1. Repetition is the number 1 principle of dog training. Dogs just like humans learn by doing things over and over in order to get better.

2. Dog Training can and should be fun for both you and your new pet.

3. Training sessions should always be short but sweet. I never work a dog more than 15 minutes in a session to keep from losing the dog's attention. You should train you dog at least once a day but never more than three formal sessions a day.

4. Your goal should be that each training session is just a little bit better than the last one. You need to always strive to make the training better, slowly. I mention this because quite often I see people who do daily training sessions but the dog never gets better and it is not the dogs fault.

5. Having patients is very important in dog training. Losing your temper does not work with a canine it simply makes things worse.

6. Exercise is very important in the training process to get rid of all the dogs nervous energy.

7. Taking your pet for walks is very important because it develops serotonin which gives your dog a feeling of well being.

8. Always be sure to give your dog a bunch of praise in your training. It is your dog's paycheck for doing a great job.

9. Never hit your dog. I have heard people say I never hit my dog instead I roll up a magazine and swat it. It's the same thing... hitting is hitting.

10. After each training session be sure to do something that your dog will enjoy. Take it for a walk, throw the ball or maybe even rub its belly. Just do something that makes the dog look forward to the next training session.

These are things that I teach my dog training students as well as my dog training clients. I hope these things will give you something to think about when training your dog. Spend some time training your dog daily and you will both reap the benefits.

Answer 7

you wont find a good one for that price. you want a registered dog that you know wont have problems or is a mix breed trying to be passed off as a pureblood.

Answer 8

Adopt a rescue one that needs your help instead of buying one from someone who feeds the overpopulation problem.

Answer 9

You CAN'T!! Well,you *might* find a breeder who's willing to co-own but ....a *GOOD* bully will start at $1500. DON'T buy cheap CRAP!

Answer 10

Try petfinder.com That is where I found my dogs.