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As a responsible owner of a female English bulldog, you might have asked yourself when the right time to breed your pet is. Breeding isn’t just about two cute dogs put together and having a litter of English bulldog puppies after sixty three days. It takes more than that to breed your pet. Before you do decide when to start English bulldog female breeding, read this page and find out when you should start breeding your English bulldog.
The Right Age
A female English bulldog should never be breed on her first heat and not on her second heat either since she has immature eggs. The rule of the thumb is to begin breeding on the third season or around 1.5 to 2 years old with all health tests satisfactorily passed. Your English bulldog female should be examined by a veterinarian to be assured she is free and clear of hip displays, cataracts, cherry eye, palate problems, heart conditions and other congenital diseases.
Heat Cycle
Take note that the average heat cycle for a dog is approximately 3 weeks meaning it could be as shorter as 7 to 10 days or as longer as 4 weeks or more. The first sign of a female English bulldog coming into mating season is often swelling of the Vulva. Check for Vulva swelling a week before bleeding or the day. The most noticeable sign of heating is when male dogs hanging around the house. Your pet may also exhibit behavioral changes such as licking herself often, may start to hump other dogs or even your leg.
Now that you know when your English bulldog female is ready to be breed, ask yourself if you are ready to dedicate yourself to proper long term commitment to the breed. Don’t be one of those breeders with almost no experience or understanding of this breed tries to get in breeding when they see the prices that English bulldogs and their puppies fetch. Instead, be a responsible pet owner who only wants the best for your own English bulldog breeding in safe conditions.
Your decision of adding a pet to your family is a very important one. After all, this decision leads to taking care of your English bulldog puppy for 8 to 15 years. Give your love and sensible care to your puppy that he deserves most especially his health. The health of your English bulldog puppy should be on top of your list. After all, your puppy is a baby that needs tender and loving care. We give you the top 10 tips on taking care of your English bulldog puppy’s health.
Skin Care
A bulldog isn’t a bulldog without his wrinkles. In terms of being healthy, these wrinkles require cleaning using a mild soap and water solution to rinse off dirt. Don’t be hesitant to groom your English bulldog. They love to be groomed and adore having baths. Many people think grooming his smooth and short coat isn’t important. If you are then you’re taking your English bulldog’s health for granted. Grooming by brushing your puppy’s coat should be a routine and as common for your bulldog as it is for you. Start when your puppy is young and brush his coat about 4 times a week. This gives you ample time to check for skin lesions, scabs, infection, rough skin, flaky skin and other skin problems. As a rule, English bulldogs don’t shed that much. If your puppy shows excessive shedding, have your vet examine her if you think this is a non-seasonal excessive change.
Eyes
It is best to monitor your bulldog puppy’s eyes closely and to clean their eyes at least weekly using a sterile eyewash or handy eye wipes to keep his eyes clean. Observe for any noticeable changes whether his eyes are clear, moist, has mucus discharge, redness or swelling which are all indications of an eye infection. “Tear staining” is a common ailment in English bulldogs especially when their eyes show white or light-colored coats or heavy wrinkles. Watch out for any changes in the normal appearance of the eye as it indicates an internal disorder. A yellowing discoloring in the white part of the eye may be caused by a liver or red blood cell dysfunction. “Cherry eye” or prolapse of the gland behind the third eyelid is another common eye disorder among English bulldogs. For any suspected eye problem, take your English bulldog puppy to your veterinarian for prompt treatment.
Exercise
Bulldogs just like other dogs need to go out for a walk as a form of exercise. Proper exercise of your English bulldog puppy is necessary to his general health and well-being. Avoid straining your puppy by over-exercising him. Start with short walks and gradually lengthen the distance that suits your English bulldog puppy. Don’t take your puppy out for exercise immediately after his meal or during a hot day. Exercising is known to be a good and natural cue against excessive chewing which indicates your puppy is getting bored staying indoors.
Worming
All English bulldog puppies must be wormed regularly. Puppies aged 4 to 12 weeks should be wormed every two weeks and wormed monthly from age 12 weeks to 6 months. Both dogs and puppies are wormed regularly every three months. Worming preparations kill most internal parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms and the dangerous heartworm.
Tail
English bulldog puppies are prone to having moist tail area that leads to irritation during hot weather. Bath the affected areas with clean water plus a mild disinfectant then dry thoroughly. Apply a little amount of talcum powder. For severe infection, your veterinarian may decide to remove the tail to diminish recurrent infections.
Heatstroke
When an English bulldog puppy suffers heatstroke, it may be fatal for this young one. Take extra care when the weather is hot. Exercise your puppy either early in the morning or late at night. Refrain from leaving your puppy alone in the car during summertime not even for a couple of minutes. When your puppy suffers from heatstroke, bring him to a vet who will check him for signs of shock and stop his condition on getting worse and develop severe heatstroke.
Feeding
Puppyhood is a period of rapid growth development which requires nearly double the amount of nutrients in his diet. An English bulldog puppy needs to be switched to a new food gradually to prevent intestinal upset. Opt for dry foods rather than feeding your puppy with canned foods high in preservatives, salt or sugar. Your puppy may develop plaque build up, abscesses, and tooth loss and gum disease when he is constantly fed with softened foods.
Feet
Most feet problems of bulldogs are of anatomical causes. Lesions may appear between the toes of your bulldog. Interdigital cysts also develop resulting form flattened feet or excessive hair growth between the feet pads that collects foreign bodies like dirt and others. To help alleviate any signs of swelling, let your puppy stand the affected foot in a bucket of water with spoonful sea water dissolved in warm water. Dry the affected foot with a towel and apply a tincture of iodine on the skin.
Ears
Always clean the visible part of your English bulldog puppy with a cotton ball without poking into the ear. Your bulldog may have ear mites when he frequently scratches his ears. Ear mites leave his ears with dark, brown, flaky and smelly wax. Excessive ear scratching and head shaking may also be caused by allergies, physical trauma or yeast infection.
External Parasites
Fleas are well-known parasites to afflict bulldog puppies. Ticks and ear mites are other external parasites equally damaging to your puppy’s wellness. There are numerous products formulated to kill external parasites on your puppy. When using flea shampoos, always start the application on the puppy’s head, face and eras so the fleas won’t look for shelter in the hard to reach areas. To eradicate ear mites, clean his ears with a topical preparation such as Canaural to kill the mites for 2 weeks.
Be a beaming and responsible pet owner of a healthier and happier English bulldog puppy by following these health care tips. An ounce of prevention is better than cure will go a long way especially when it comes to your puppy’s health.
Snoring English Bulldog Puppy- *FUNNY*
15 Oct 2008
An English Bulldog as a puppy snoring away…
The most essential skill you should teach your English bulldog puppy is how to behave on a leash. Once your puppy is trained well to walk on a leash they are more manageable. Taking him out on walk on a leash will be a bonding experience you can both look forward to.
Train your English bulldog puppy in this first set of skills as early in life as possible. It is much wiser to train your puppy the right way to walk on a leash at a young age rather than trying to re-train an older dog. Start reading and be on your way to have a well-trained puppy.
Puppy and his collar
Let’s get down to basics and introduce your English bulldog puppy to his first collar. To ensure that the collar is comfortable, pick a simple light weight leather collar for this task. You can place it on your puppy as you are feeding him or when you are playing to serve as a distraction from the collar. As he gets adjusted to the feel of the new collar, he will probably roll around and scratch to loosen and dislodge it. Remember not to take the collar off while he is doing it. Wait until he has settled down and forgotten about it before you take it off.
Puppy and his leash
As soon as your English bulldog puppy gets comfortable wearing his new collar, it is time to move on to introduce the leash. The principle of making him get comfortable to the leash is the same with the collar. Choose any light weight and thin leash for your puppy. Clip his new leash onto his collar then let him check it out and drag it around the house under your supervision. He will likely become comfortable with his collar and leash if he wears them often.
Stepping out
Now that your English bulldog puppy has no problems and is comfortable in his collar and with the leash, it’s time to pick up the other end of the leash. Keep your training session as short, sharp and fun. During this early period, take advantage of your puppy’s alertness since he will love to follow you around everywhere.
The basic principle at this point in training is to shower him with praises when he walks along on the loose leash and to stop when he does pull on the leash.
To begin the session, walk around the house with the leash in hand and your puppy trotting along beside you. Observe if your puppy is walking beside you on a loose leash then reward him with praises, petting or even some treats. Stop immediately when he strains on the leash. Refrain from pulling him back to where you are and to just call him over and reward him when he obeys. Immediately stop on your tracks at the moment he pulls the leash. Your puppy has to learn that he gets nowhere when he does yank the leash.
The same rule applies when he sits down when you are walking. Don’t pull him back to where you are - do same by calling him over and reward him when he returns. Avoid creating an impression to your puppy that the leash is associated as something to be feared. Be gentle yet firm as a trainer. Lengthen your walk over time as your puppy learns walking on a leash in the right way.
Arm yourself with loads of patience and lots of treats for your English bulldog puppy. Make use of new ideas and make your training double the fun and before you know it your puppy will be walking calmly by your side.
Enjoy this guest post from Bobby Callahan!
A Guide To Solving The Most Common Bulldog Problem Behaviors by Bobby Callahan
The Bulldog is a wonderful breed of dog, one that is widely loved all around the world. People love Bulldogs because they are loyal, affectionate and deeply devoted to their owners. They also feature an extremely unique appearance which sets them apart from other dogs, and which makes them very favorable to many owners.
The variety of Bulldog problem behaviors are usually not limited as they are to other dog breeds, and this is because overall they are very even tempered, well behaved dogs. Bulldogs are not usually heavy barkers and although they are great watchdogs they do not bark incessantly but rather only when they need to.
There are certain problems that may arise however, including excessive chewing, jumping up and down especially on guests as they enter the home and digging. These Bulldog problem behaviors can obviously be quite difficult to live with and so obviously if these sorts of problems occur in your case you will need to deal with them appropriately.
There are a few different Bulldog problem behaviors that are quite common, but as aforementioned digging is one of the most common of all. There are a few different reasons as to why your dog may be digging, and seeking entertainment is one of the most typical explanations. If they are left alone in the yard for long periods of time, have a relatively barren environment or is a particular active type of dog who needs an active job to be happy, then chances are he is simply digging for entertainment purposes.
On the other hand, if they are digging at the roots of trees or shrubs then they are most likely digging for shelter or protection purposes. Rather than getting angry with your dog it is important that you try to determine the root cause of their problem, digging and other, and then from here take the proper steps in terms of fixing the behavioral problem.
Keep in mind that solving your dog’s problem behaviors may take a renewed commitment on your part but it is going to be more than worth it in the end. You should never let challenges such as your Bulldog problem behaviors get you down or threaten the bonds that you have with your pet, and so have patience and remember that with a little time and some helpful tips and techniques you will be able to get your dog acting like the pet that you always desired.
You should get your dog out for a walk at least twice daily, more if you can. You should also teach your dog a few commands and tricks, and always keep interesting toys in the yard to keep busy even during those times when you are out there as well, so they will always be kept busy and will therefore be less likely to have digging or other behavioral problems.
This way they will not associate their behavior problems with not getting what they want, and as a result will begin to become more obedient.
Bobby Callahan is a passionate lover of the Bulldog and has a popular website where you’ll discover how to have a happy, healthy and well behaved Bulldog. Among other topics there, you can also learn all about Bulldog Problem Behaviors plus a whole lot more.
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Introducing your bulldog puppy to the family cat
21 Sep 2008
Don’t be too worried about your family cat when you welcome your English bulldog puppy into your home. With a little help, they do they will get along fine. Here’s a guide on how to make their initial meeting as safe and harmonious as possible.
When you bring your English bulldog puppy home, introduce him to your family cat in a neutral setting where the family cat normally doesn’t hang out. By doing so, the cat won’t feel threatened and act “king” in his territory. Act with authority and confidence. Keep your puppy on a loose leash to prevent any untoward injury to the other pet. You can also separate the puppy in an exercise pen so the cat can safely investigate the newcomer without physical contact. When you bring the puppy to the cat, the puppy can either -run away then your cat is probably safe or if the puppy goes after the cat then it’s best to hold the leash tight and tell him “No!” in a firm and loud voice. In this scenario, don’t let your puppy roam freely when the cat is around until he understands that the cat is part of the family. The puppy may be small yet he may inflict injuries to your cat. You can also train your English bulldog puppy to “stay” on any attempts he makes to attack your cat.
Precautions
Physical place is essential to cats while social place is important to dogs. They have a good chance to develop a good relationship as long as the dog accepts the cat’s dominance over territory. It is necessary to confine your bulldog puppy at times. This gives the cat time to roam around the house and to survey his territory. For the cat’s safety, provide an escape route convenient for him such as escape hatches including floor to ceiling climbers and installing extra long hooks and eyes to prop a door open wide enough for the cat. You can assign a crate for your bulldog puppy’s safety and top of the refrigerator for your resident cat. When you leave home, physically and securely separate both animals. Give access to water, bed or resting place and toys. Make sure your cat has access to his litter box which is physically off-limits to the bulldog puppy. Dogs like to eat cat droppings which are unhealthy for them. Make everyone in your family and any caretakers understand the need to keep both animals apart.
Rewards
Food is a powerful motivator for animals. You can make use of food as a reward whenever you catch them demonstrating calm behavior and not hurting one another. Maintain the cat’s claws trimmed and short in case both animals come in contact. Give words of praise when your puppy doesn’t bark or chase your resident cat. Do the same to your cat when he’s gentle around the newcomer. Do this consistently, not just once in awhile. This positive reinforcement, supported with rewards, teaches them the importance of acceptable behavior.
Patience, patience, patience
Let your new English bulldog puppy and family cat communicate in their own language. Don’t overreact at the moment they hiss, bark, and growl or sniff each other. However, be prepared to intervene when hostility heightens. Hostility may arise since cats and dogs do not communicate the same way and may misinterpret a behavior of the other party. For instance, your English bulldog puppy may innocently raise his paw to play but this gesture indicates threat to the cat. Provided your cat is an adult cat, he may also find the bulldog puppy bothersome since the latter is playful and full of energy. In case you have more than one cat, careful not to let them gang up on the newcomer. Take care not to give all your attention to your puppy to avoid pent up hostility on the part of your cat. Don’t expect that both pets will become best buddies overnight. Let both animals establish the relationship at their own pace. Also, accept the possibility that some cats and dogs may not become close friends. It’s always important to keep watch when they interact and be patient. Who knows? They could end up getting used to each other.
For practical purposes, training should be started as early as possible. Training your English bulldog puppy to sit and stay is one of the most important commands to teach your puppy. Read on to get pointers on how to do it with ease.
Who says training your English bulldog puppy is as difficult as it seems? Some may see English bulldogs as stubborn creatures that don’t submit easily to training. The key to train your English bulldogs successfully is to keep your sessions short, intense and fun to gain the best results.
A good rewards system can work wonders when training your English bulldog puppy. Experiment to find your puppy’s favorite reward be it food, toys or words of praise. Use gentle and positive ways to encourage him rather than punishment as it harms his confidence. Puppies, similar to humans, learn best when they feel good and receive something in return.
Sit and Stay command
The “sit and stay” command is one of the basic commands your English bulldog puppy should learn. Find a quiet area with no distractions. Put your English bulldog puppy on a leash at the start of the training. Make sure to have your puppy stay next to you in heel position. Let him settle into a relaxed sitting position, before commanding him to “sit” then say “stay” at the moment he sits. Say your command with a firm voice and avoid making it sound like a question. Place your flat open hand in front of the puppy, palm facing him but be careful not to touch his nose. This hand signal complements the “stay” command. Take a backward step and wait patiently for a minute or so. Start to increase your distance if and only if your puppy stays firmly for a minute or so. Avoid looking straight at his eyes as it may make him leave his spot. Always praise him by saying “good boy” and/or rewarding him.
Repetition is what you should do to make him understand. Don’t be frustrated when he starts to get up and walk towards you. Say “no” every time your puppy won’t sit or stay. Walk him to where he was sitting. Repeat your command “sit” and signal him to “stay”. Your puppy will likely get comfortable and lie down when he finally gets the sit and stay command. When he does lie down following “sit-stay” immediately say “No, Sit-Stay”. With “No”, it will tell him he made a mistake by lying down. Pull him straight up on his leash and seat him again then say the command again. When he fails to obey, be patient enough to repeat “No, Sit, Stay” command and put him back where he was sitting to let him grasp the meaning of these commands. Gradually extend the time he will stay on his spot. Let him stay for one minute the first time and one or more minutes on every time he stays without lying down. Add minutes randomly and check if he does sit and stay. By doing so, it will be unpredictable for him when he gets his rewards and obeys your command in the process.
Puppies at a young age can be taught to stay for shorter periods of time. When they obey and sit on command every time they are asked without any food as a reward, training can proceed to more advanced commands.
Good luck on training your English bulldog puppy. Don’t forget to give him his deserved treat on a training well done!
Baxter, our English Bulldog pupply sleeping fish style on the floor.
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Housebreaking your English Bulldog Puppy
31 Aug 2008
Or “how to save the rug” 
Ok, you’ve got your new puppy home - now what do you do with him? The first thing you’ll want to do is get him to stop peeing all over you rug. Well, bad news - this is gonna take a little time and most importantly - lots of PATIENCE!
When to Start
You should start working on housebreaking immediately after you bring your new puppy home.
An English Bulldog Puppy is going to need to pee and poop something like 6 to 8 times a day. Starting out, you should plan on giving your pup an opportunity to potty train every 2 hours or so. This means you should plan on having someone around for your new puppy all the time for at least the first couple of weeks - no leaving your new bullie alone while you go off to the office!
The first steps
First, choose a designated area in your house (away from food and water) that will be reserved for puppy-business. Your going to need to put some sort of floor protection here for your puppy to get used to doing his duty on. We really like the ClearQuest Puppy Wee Wee Training Pad Holder
After every meal and every time you notice your puppy drinking, take him to this spot. If he hasn’t eaten or drank for an hour or two, take him to the spot anyway (assuming he hasn’t done his business lately). If he makes good, be sure to shower him with praise!
Handling Accidents
It’s important to understand that your young pup is going to have accidents. He doesn’t know how to hold it yet, and it’s going to take him a little while to learn.
Remember, as a youngster, your puppy is still learning to trust you. It’s important to always approach him with loving kindness and be very positive so that he learns to trust and respect you. Fear is not what you want from your loving bulldog puppy.
So, how do we react to the accident? Well, don’t say anything. Make some noise to distract the puppy - maybe clap your hands or stomp your feet, or call your puppy’s name. Then, immediately grab your pup and move it to the designated area.
Then, when he finishes his stuff there, be sure to praise him again.
Moving Outside
Once your puppy is used to using the pads or paper, you can start moving him outside. Just move the papers close to the door, and eventually put another set outside. Once he gets the idea, you can remove the indoor set and get him to focus on the outdoor version.
Just remember, always praise him when he does good.
Conclusion
This is just one method of potty training your pooch. This method is good for bulldog puppies because you may need to leave them alone in your house for a while, and if so you can put a pad inside and they’ll know what to do.
In the future, we’ll talk about crate-training for those that are interested in that method.
