English Bulldogs are one of America's favorite household pets - but are they the right dog for you? Before purchasing one, you should ask yourself why you'd like to have one as a pet. If you're looking for a dog that can walk miles, then a bulldog is not the breed for you. If you work long hours and are rarely home, a bulldog will not be happy in your home, because they thrive on human companionship. Also, if left alone for too long, they will become bored and chew just about anything they can fit in their mouths. Often, English Bulldogs are thought of as the quintessential couch potato, so if you're interested in adopting a jogging buddy, you should look for a Labrador Retriever or other active canine.
You may have decided on a bulldog, assuming that like many breeds they're relatively low maintenance. But once you get your puppy home, you'll soon realize how much work is required to keep your bulldog healthy. This breed is known for their genetic health issues, which derive from improper breeding routines, and some bulldog wellness issues can become quite costly to correct. Therefore, it is very important to understand the amount of time, dedication, and money involved in caring for an English bulldog. But, if you're aware of all the time and commitment required to properly care for this breed, and still want to welcome one into your family, you will not be disappointed.
It's important to understand their past and where they cam from as well as providing good future care of the breed. To start off, The English bulldog breed was created some time in the 1500's or 1600's. Most researchers argue that the bulldog is a cross between a Mastiff and a Pug. The name "bull " came about because of the dogs use in the sport of bull baiting. Town folks would place bets on the dog that could take the bull down. Unfortunately, many bulldogs were killed during these matches. In 1885, bull baiting and dog fights became illegal in England, despite the fact that this could have led to the disappearance of the bulldog, many admirers wanted to preserve the breed and retain their good qualities while washing out the bad ones.