Characteristics of the English Bulldog

English Bulldogs are peaceful, kind and more shy than imposing. They love the company of people, especially children. A socially well raised Bull would never hurt a child. His instincts tell him that a small person is not capable of anything nasty and therefore he can put op with a lot without negative reactions.

An English Bulldog will adapt to the family to whom he belongs and does not feel short changed if he only has a house and a garden where he can romp around in.

He has to be an integral part of the family. If he is left alone outside in a kennel, away from the normal family life, he will become destructive or languish away. To get the best out of his character his basket should be in the living room so he can experience everything that goes on with the family.

The English Bulldog is very playful in his early years and also needs the opportunity to express this. Some puppy’s like to hang on your trouser leg, this seems cute but it is better to teach him at an early age that this behaviour is unacceptable. Once he is big and strong it will be a torment to have a badly raised Bulldog in your house.

An English Bulldog is not excessively interested in other dogs. He would rarely start a fight with another dog. Only if he was repeatedly attacked would he use his mighty jaws. Make sure that it never gets that far by only allowing him to play with other, well raised dogs. An English Bulldog gets along fine with other types of family pets. If he is used to cats, chickens etc. from his early days then you don’t have to fear that he will attack them.

An English Bulldog is intelligent. Hi can learn a lot but do not push it too far. If you want to go swimming with him please realise that some of them cannot swim because of the way they are built.

Because of his shortly bred nose the Bulldog can snore whilst sleeping. The family should be able to withstand this because his snoring can go right through your body. Generally speaking is the English Bulldog not very alert but there are exceptions to the rule. They rarely bark or cry so that even in the most populated areas they are no trouble for the neighbours.

His complete character is dependant on a harmonious upbringing and a caring environment that makes him feel “one of the family.” His upbringing can occur peacefully but just like other dogs he needs consistency in order to make sure he is well raised. Then you will have a peaceful companion who will provide lots of pleasure.