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Bulldog Puppy and Dog Information

Monday, October 24th, 2011

The Bulldog is basically an indoor dog that does not mind skipping exercise. She is intelligent, loving, likes to play and adores children. She snores and can have gas. *Good With Children? Bulldogs are good with children. Of course, never leave a young child unsupervised with any dog or puppy. *Good With Other Pets? Pretty good with pets except when feeding time comes. *Trainability: They are highly intelligent but not always interested in being trained. *Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of the male bulldog is 12 to 16 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 53 to 55 pounds. The female ranges from 12 to 16 inches to the withers and 49 to 51 pounds. *Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the Bulldog is no exception. Be on the look out for poor eyesight, breathing difficulties, heat stroke, skin infections, canine hip dysplasia (genetic based looseness in the hip joint that can lead to arthritis pain and lameness), whelping problems, congenital heart disease and skin tumors. She may also require ear and dental care. This disease list is an informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list. She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets. *Grooming. The Bulldog coat is short, straight, flat and close to the body. She sheds an average amount. She should be brushed weekly to help her maintain a clean and healthy coat, help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen your emotional bond with her. Her face and the insides of her wrinkles need to be wiped daily. Bathe only when she really needs it. Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease. Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the front feet. Generally a guillotine type trimmer is the best for this chore and competent instructions to accomplish this can be found on the net. *Life Span. The Bulldog can live between 8 and 10 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions. *History. The Bulldog originated in Great Britain from the Asiatic Mastiff. She is currently the symbol of Great Britain. She was first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1934. Some Registries: *Bulldog Club of America *UKC United Kennel Club *NKC National Kennel Club *CKC Continental Kennel Club *APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. *AKC American Kennel Club *FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club *KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club *ACR = American Canine Registry Litter Size: Average 4 Bulldog puppies Category: Mastiff. Non sport. Terms To Describe: Kind, pacific, dignified, courageous, heart of gold, great intelligence, attentive, *SPECIAL GOOD POINTS Good guard dog. Loves to play. *SPECIAL BAD POINTS Poor watch dog. Heat and cold sensitive. May be gassy. She snores. Very touchy about her food. *Other Names Known By: English Bulldog. *Every dog is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your dog. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.

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How to Stop Your American Bulldog From Jumping

Friday, October 21st, 2011

How to Stop Your American Bulldog from Jumping

American Bulldogs are a sturdy breed, and can jump high if allowed to. This can be fun for play, but can also be dangerous if your dog jumps fences or jumps onto people. Your dog should understand that he or she is only allowed to jump in certain places and at certain times to avoid causing problems.

 

Ideally, training your bulldog when and where it is not appropriate to jump should start when he or she is a puppy. Puppies (and mature dogs) like to jump onto people for attention, so let your dog know that jumping onto you will not glean the attention he or she wants. When your American bulldog jumps onto you or other family members, turn away and fold your arms. When the jumping stops, pet your dog so that the dog understands that staying calm is the way to get affection. Instruct guests to do the same.

 

If you have a fence, teach your American bulldog not to jump over it. Take your dog out to the yard with a leash and walk toward the fence. Allow him or her to sniff and look around. When he or she starts to jump, say, “No,” and walk in the opposite direction. Return a minute later and repeat the process. Repeat training sessions of a few minutes a day every day until your dog gets the idea that it is okay to wander near the fence and satisfy his or her curiosity about it as long as there is no jumping.

 

Teaching your American bulldog to jump on command will let him know when it is appropriate to jump. Set up some hurdles in your backyard. You can buy hurdles designed for dogs or you can be creative about making your own from plywood, tree branches, or even big rocks. Take your dog to the hurdles, acting enthusiastic to let him or her know that what you are doing is fun. Get your dog running fast and run up to the hurdle. If you are athletic you can jump the hurdle yourself. If not, run past close to it. When your dog jumps over, say, “Jump.” Repeat this a few times until the word is coupled with the actual jump. Keep practicing for a few minutes every day. Dogs have a shorter attention span than people, so a few short training sessions work better than one long one.

 

American bulldogs are intelligent and need stimulation to keep from getting bored and wanting to leap over the fence and go exploring the neighborhood. Buy some toys and throw them for your dog to catch and retrieve. Have several toys and hide some away for a few weeks. When your dog gets tired of the toys he or she has been playing with, get out some that have been in hiding, and keep rotating the toys so that they seem new and interesting. Tie a piece of rope to a tree so that the end is about ten feet off the ground. Let your bulldog use up its natural desire to jump up and grab the piece of rope harmlessly.

 

Remember that a tired dog is a happy dog, and one that is not likely to feel the need to jump. Having a playtime every day when you go for a walk or go to a dog park or play in the yard will keep both of you fit. After lots of physical activity your dog will want to come in and take a nap.

 

If you have tried training your American bulldog on your own and he or she is still bouncing around, it is time to go to a veterinarian or dog trainer. Some communities have inexpensive dog training courses, or you can check with your local PetCo or PetSmart for classes. Private tutoring is also available, so check your local yellow pages. Enjoy your dog.

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