We are frequently asked the question "are bulldogs good with kids" The short answer is yes! They are a placid breed who love lots of attention and they are very tolerant of children.
It is always advisable to supervise young children around any breed of dog, but particularly those who are large, heavy and strong as sometimes playing can get a little rough and accidents can occur. Our children have been raised with dogs their entire lives and our puppies are well used to being handled by children by the time they leave our care. Will a bulldog get along well with other animals? Bulldogs love lots of interaction with people and animals. It is a very easy process for a new puppy to adapt to it's new home which already consists of animals. They simply grow up thinking that life is as it should be. Our dogs think that our cats are just part of the family and would not consider hurting them. The only time it can be a little tricky is if you were to purchase an older dog who had not been around other animals before, however this is still possible by all means. I only have a very small yard so how often will I have to exercise a bulldog? Bulldogs need little exercise as young pups, they literally exercise themselves while you play with them. When they are bigger and more capable of exercise then a walk in the cooler hours of the day will keep them in good health. Does the bulldog drool a lot? The bulldog is not a breed known for drooling. When they are hot they do pant and can drip from the mouth, however the short answer is no. Do they shed a lot of hair? All dogs shed hair except for some dogs that we refer to as "designer dogs", however being a breed that have a short coat means that they tend not to shed a lot of hair. Making sure that the coat is brushed regularly will keep it in good condition and will remove any access hair that you don't want around the house. I work all day, will my bulldog be destructive? Firstly we recommend that you decide for yourself whether or not you really have the time to devote to raising a puppy. Between 8-12 weeks of age is a very important time for puppy to bond with it's new family and it is advisable that you spend as much time as possible with your new puppy in order for them to learn what this big world is all about. Bulldogs can be left while you go to work, providing they have access to get inside or into a shaded area of your home where there is plenty of cool fresh water to drink. Remember they do not like the heat, so they need to be accommodated in this regard. Never leave a bulldog outside when humidity is high. Bulldogs are not destructive by nature and I have yet to meet one that insists on digging and chewing as some other breeds are famous for, however this is not to say that if a bulldog gets board it will not find something to occupy it's time. This is when a bulldog will appreciate having other animals around to play with. There are lots of good toys available to buy to keep your bulldog entertained throughout the day and lets face it, they love to sleep so their bed is just as attractive to them most of the time. Will a bulldog be a good guard dog? A bulldog can be protective of it's family, but in general NO, a bulldog is not an aggressive dog. If you are considering guard training for protection then we strongly suggest looking for another breed. To train a bulldog, who already has a tendency to never give up, to be an aggressive or hostile animal would be something that I wish to never encounter. A bulldog has great strength and power and one with a bad attitude would be a pure danger. Should I take my puppy to puppy school or puppy day care? Puppy school is a great way to socialise your dog and also teach it necessary manners to live in harmony within your family. Puppy day care is also a good idea, however remember that your puppy must be at least 12 weeks old and up to date with immunisations before it should be socialised with other dogs. Should I meet a puppy to decide if it is right for me? I would say if you have not decided on the breed, then please do not meet with a bulldog puppy. No-one can resist a puppy, they are all absolutely adorable and you will buy one on the spot. Do the research before hand and be sure that it is the most suitable breed for your circumstances before you contemplate meeting one in the flesh as they will capture your heart. How can I secure a puppy from your next litter? We do not allow any of our pups to be offered for sale before they have arrived safely and passed their danger zone and we are confident that we can offer a healthy puppy for sale. We do not accept deposits prior to offering our pups for sale. We contact everyone on our waiting list at the same time via a bulk email to notify them when we are happy to announce them available. We then leave the rest to you, it is not necessary for us to try and sell our puppies, they sell themselves so once we offer puppies for sale you are welcome to enquire about photos and prices etc. Do I have to be approved? Yes, we only sell our puppies to homes that we approve of. We generally ask that you tell us a little about your personal situation to ensure that we know enough to suggest which puppy would be the right one for you. They are all individuals who have their own personalities and needs. We are constantly contacted by people wanting a particular colour and nothing else matters, personally we believe that a puppies health and temperament are the most important things you should be concerned with and keep an open mind on colour prefernces. Should I desex my puppy? This depends on your circumstances, however we suggest any bulldog not being used for breeding purposes should be desexed and we are happy to discuss the benefits of this with you. Will I get papers with my puppy? Yes, we are registered breeders with the CCCQ and all of our puppies are registered and come with pedigree papers. We choose to limit the register on our pups which means that you will receive pedigree papers, but puppies are not sold with breeding rights unless to approved breeders. How do I know I have bought a healthy puppy? All our pups are health checked before we allow them to leave our care and vet certified. We encourage you to have your puppy checked within 72 hours of receiving it by an independent vet of your choice to confirm that you are happy with the health of the puppy. If for any reason there are any health concerns with your puppy that we have missed, we offer you a full refund of payment on return of the puppy. Once I get the puppy what support do I have? Our pups come with a very informative puppy pack which includes a variety of information on all aspects of care for your bulldog as well as a number of puppy products to get you started. You are also welcome to contact us 24/7 for personal support if needed. |
