Bulldog
A sturdy, low-slung British companion with a famously gentle, easy-going nature behind its tough-looking face.
At a glance
- Size
- Medium
- Height at the withers
- 31–40 cm
- Weight
- Males 23–25 kg · Females 18–23 kg
- Life expectancy
- 8–10 years
- Exercise
- 20–40 min a day
- Grooming
- Once a week
- Coat
- Smooth, short
- Colours
- Brindle, Red, Fawn, White, Piebald
- Bred for
- Companionship
- Country of origin
- United Kingdom
- FCI
- Group 2, no. 149 · Pinschers, molossers & mountain dogs
Breeders on Kuldo
No breeders on Kuldo have this breed yet.
Living with the breed
| Affectionate with family | 5/5 – Very high |
|---|---|
| Good with children | 4/5 – High |
| Good with other dogs | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Good with cats | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Open to strangers | 4/5 – High |
| Energy | 1/5 – Very low |
| Playfulness | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Needs mental stimulation | 2/5 – Low |
| Easy to train | 2/5 – Low |
| Prey drive | 1/5 – Very low |
| Watchful and protective | 2/5 – Low |
| Barking | 1/5 – Very low |
| Shedding | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Grooming effort | 2/5 – Low |
| Drooling | 4/5 – High |
| Good for first-time owners | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Suits apartment living | 4/5 – High |
| Adaptability | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Copes with being alone | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Copes with heat | 1/5 – Very low |
| Copes with cold | 2/5 – Low |
Kuldo's own guidance from the breed's typical traits. Every dog is an individual, so talk to the breeder.
Is it the right breed for you?
Great if you …
- want a relaxed, home-loving companion
- live in a flat or smaller home
- prefer short walks to long hikes
Think twice if you …
- live in a hot climate
- are not prepared for possible vet costs
- want a jogging or hiking partner
Care
Temperament
Kind, steady and affectionate, with a stubborn streak. Usually friendly with people and tolerant of children, preferring calm company to high-energy games.
Exercise
Short, gentle walks and light play are enough; keep activity to the cooler parts of the day and never push it in heat.
Grooming
Brush weekly and clean and dry the facial folds and tail pocket regularly to prevent skin infections.
Training
Can be stubborn, so use patient, food-motivated training with short sessions.
Health
Breathing problems linked to the short face (BOAS) are the main concern, along with skin-fold infections, eye conditions, joint problems and heat sensitivity. Ask the breeder for the parents' breathing (BOAS) grades and other results.
Health tests breeders usually do
- Breathing (BOAS)
- Heart
- Eye examination
- Hips (HD)
DNA tests
- HUU (SLC2A9)
Ask the breeder to show you the parents' results.
About the breed
The Bulldog descends from dogs used in medieval England for bull-baiting, a cruel sport banned in 1835. After the ban, breeders gradually reshaped the dog into a calmer, more sociable companion, and it became a well-known national symbol in Britain.
Today's Bulldog is a home-loving, affectionate dog that enjoys short outings and long naps. It is usually good-natured with children and visitors. Owners need to watch its breathing, weight and temperature closely, and should choose breeders who select for more open nostrils and better breathing.
Did you know?
Most Bulldog puppies are born by caesarean section because of the large head size of the breed.