Bulldog Puppy Blog

All our dogs have the ability to break our hearts. Whether you share your life with a BULLDOG or a Labrador Retriever, the bond you form with your dog can be one of the closest and most powerful you will ever experience.

If you want proof of just how extraordinary the relationsip between man and his best friend can be then you really must read a stunning new book called One Dog At A Time. It has been written by a British Marine and dog lover called Pen Farthing and tells of his time serving in the violent Helmand Province of Afghanistan.

While dodging the bullets and mortars, Sergeant Farthing witnessed the cruel and barbaric Afghan tradition of dog fighting. Rather than standing by as many would have done, he risked his life by breaking up the fighting and freeing the dogs. One of them, a big, battle-scarred mastiff he christened Nowzad after the town he was stationed in, found his way into the Marine compound where he befriended his liberator. As Farthing’’s tour of duty continued, he and Nowzad became inseparable buddies. The tough British soldier and the powerful dog formed an odd couple in the middle of the war zone. They were soon joined by other dogs who were drawn to the sanctuary the Marine compound provided. At one point, one dog pushed her litter of newborn pups through the wall of the compound so that they could be safe from the Taliban bombs and general cruelty of the Afghans towards the dog.

By the end of his time in Afghanistan, Farthing had more than a dozen dogs and puppies living in his makeshift sanctuary. As he prepared to leave, he was faced with the heartbreaking prospect of leaving them all behind.

We won’t spoil the ending of this powerful book, but suffice it to say that two of the dogs he rescued are now living with Pen Farthing in England. He has also set up a fantastic charity to rescue other abused dogs in Afghanistan. His work is truly inspirational and is winning the admiration and support of dog lovers everywhere. Part of the proceeds from the book will go towards his charity.

If you only buy and read one dog book this year, make it One Dog At A Time.

Dogs have become such an important part of our society, that the need for them to fit in well with other human beings and not pose a threat or a disturbance is critical to their long term acceptance by our neighbors and others around us. Not all people are dog lovers and to make sure that they’re not inconvenienced by our pets, training is essential. Training dogs is a specialized skill since the key difficulty lies in how to communicate efficiently with them.

All training of dogs is a repetition of the basic principle of reward and punishment in various forms and combinations. Communication of these signals is the key to proper training. One very important thing to remember is consistency of signals. The reliability of the training depends on how well a dog is able to be sure of what your signals mean.

It must also be mentioned that different dog breeds take to training differently. Dogs like the iconic German Shepherd are very easily trained due to their high intelligence. Another important factor is the emotional state of the dog. A dog that is frightened, anxious, or insecure doesn’t train well and this reflects the importance of factors like proper socialization of puppies.

A lot of studies have shown that proper puppy socialization goes a long way towards ensuring a good temperament and receptivity towards training. Lots of handling, petting and generally being around humans in their everyday life goes a long way towards making a dog well behaved and easy to train.

Training Bulldog puppies should not begin too early however, as there is evidence to show that before a certain age, the brains of puppies are not significantly developed enough to process complex learning. Please remember that they are slow learners.

Professional dog trainers are best when it comes to training your Bulldog as they will ensure that the proper habits are set for life, including how to behave around strangers. For the safety of your dog, it is your duty as an owner to ensure that he or she is well trained.

Want to house train your puppy, but don’t have the time?

With the Complete 7 Day Potty Training Guide you can house train your dog in just 7 days. Here are just some of the issues the potty training guide deals with.

• The best time to start training
• List of best equipment and supplies
• Training older dogs
• How to use potty pads
• Crate training
• How to train dogs from rescue shelters
• What to do about marking
• Litter box training
• Effective paper training
• Leaving your dog home alone.

Beyond these, you will find answers to all of your questions about potty training in this comprehensive guide.

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Are these Miniature Bulldogs or Mini English Bulldogs? Tell me what you think?

These are Miniature English Bulldog Puppies! Click Here if you have guessed it right.

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So you need help in determining the ideal English Bulldog? You’ve come to the right place. This article will give you the Characteristics that are most prevalent and characteristic of Bulldogs, and will help you in making the right choice.

1) Bulldog’s Size and Broad Head

The Bulldog is a medium sized dog, much bigger than a lap dog. The weight of an ideal Bulldog should range from anywhere between 40 to 50 pounds, with the bitches being generally lighter than the males. A thumb rule for measuring the ideal height, is that the circumference of the head in front of the ears should be equal to the height of the dog’s shoulders.

2) The Short Muzzle

A bulldog is famous for it’s “sourpuss” look and this primarily comes from the short muzzle. The muzzle must also be turned upward for best effect, and the corner of the mouth must be at a good distance from the eyes.

In addition, the appearance of the English Bulldog is enhanced by the fact that the distance between the tip of the nose and the spot between the eyes is no larger than the distance between the nose and the topmost part of the upper lip. All Bulldog’s must have a black nose

3) The Projection of the Lower Jaw

Also called Mandibular Prognathism, this is another defining feature of the Bulldog. The lower jaw must project out quite a distance compared to the upper jaw and must be slightly turned up.

4) Round, Low Set eyes

The Eyes of the English Bulldog must be as far away from the ears as possible, and as wide apart without the corners going beyond the cheeks when looked on from the front.

5) Low, stout shoulders and feet

The Entire lower and front half of the Bulldog should contribute towards stability. To produce this effect, the shoulders must be low set, far apart. In fact, they should even tilt outward slightly, but not so much that the feet look too close.

The calves should be muscular and when viewed from the front, must have a slightly curved shape. However, under no circumstances, should the bones of the bulldog be curved or bent.

6) Thick neck and Low Back

The neck of the English Bulldog must be thickset, and be slightly curved. The back must begin to fall when it touches the spine, and begin to rise again as it reaches the loins. The height of the loins must be higher than the shoulders of the Bulldog.

7) Short, low hanging tail

The tail of the Bulldog can be either straight, or zigzag, but must be short, and hand lower than the base which should be thick and wide. Also, the tail must not be curved.

8 ) Long, Muscular Hind legs

The Hind legs must be longer than the forelegs, and be thickset and muscular. The hock (or the “knee” of the hind leg), must be low, and bent, giving power to the lower legs. The Hind feet are turned outward, with high toes.

9) Glossy Coat and Loose Skin

The hair on the English Bulldog must be short and straight, and coat smooth and Glossy. The skin must not fit tightly over the dog’s body, and especially around the face. In fact, the entire face should be covered over with wrinkles. From the jaw, two folds must extend down to the chest forming what is called “The Dewlap”.

10) Swinging, Sideways Gait

Quite Characteristic of the Bulldog, is his shuffling and loose jointed gait, swinging them side to side. However, the entire appearance must be one of vigor and strength. This means that the gait must be quick and bouncing, not pendulous. 

Now tell me those are faces you can resist!

“Do you know why the English Bulldog has a jutting chin and sloping face? It is so he can breathe without letting go.” Sir Winston Churchill, to a Nazi envoy, 1940

“I ask the enemy, who wants a piece of this Bulldog?” Commander Jim Pate, Franco-Prussian War, 1871

“What is crazy, loopy and un-British? Slapping a Bulldog.” Frankie Boyle, comedian

When seeing or thinking of a Bulldog, do you conjure up images of a greyhound? Hmmmmm…I didn’t think so. well, albeit their short legs, the Bulldog is not a fan of the gym, so to speak. They are a generally lazy breed that..well…loves to laze about. So it is up to you to MAKE them go to the proverbial gym!! Since they are genetically prone to putting on weight, it is not a good idea to only feed them and to cuddle them, but to also play an active role in looking out for their health by exercising them.

A lack of exercise can have a detrimental effect on the lungs and heart of this breed. Since the concentration span of a Bulldog is not that long, it is best advised to make the exercise sessions short but fullfulling as well. Make this a daily routine. It can be short running or longer walks around the block. It will do you both good; and it can be even a basis for mutual bonding, since he will see that you are keen to play and to take up an active role in spending quality time together. Once your beloved Bulldog, has expelled energy, he can become more focused on training sessions (which should also be short, mind you) as well as take up his favorite spot in the house…all tired out!

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As any owner can tell you, when a series of photos are taken of a new puppy as it grows, one has this immensely proud feeling inside. Well a growing Bulldog is no exception either. One can follow its tentative footstepts (or is that pawsteps?) into adulthood. There is little that can compare to a Bulldog puppy that flourished in front of your eyes every week, every month until he or she has reached adulthood. Well, with Watson the English Bulldog, it is no exception either…..A lovely series of photos showcase his development.