Read About Breeding Bulldogs

   - Breeder Facts

1. Professional Affiliations:

   Bulldog Club of America is the AKC parent club for Bulldogs. This club was established to promote and develop the Bulldog breed.

2. Why Use a Breeder:

   Bulldogs are popular dogs and some people breed these dogs in large numbers without considering their health, just to make profits. Good breeders will give importance to the dog's health and temperament while breeding.

3. How to Find:

   You can find good breeders by consulting your vet or inquiring at your nearest kennel club. Searching online will give you many results.

4. What to Expect:

   You will have to give details about your living conditions, children, other pets and the purpose for the dog. The breeder needs this information to make sure you are going to take good care of the dog. He might even ask you to sign contracts about spaying or neutering the dog.

5. Breeder's Surroundings:

   Make sure the breeder has a clean and open place for the dogs. The dogs should be free from diseases and should have a warm and dry place.

Breeding Bulldogs - Newborn Facts

1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

   The average litter size of Bulldogs is 4 to 5 puppies.

2. Age To Be Sold:

   The puppy should be at least 8 weeks old before it is sold.

3. What to Look For in a Newborn:

   The puppy should not be very aggressive or shy. The puppy should let you handle him and make sure he has bright eyes and a firm gait.

4. Registry:

   The puppy should be registered with AKC under the Non-Sporting group.

5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:

   According to the AKC breed standard the dog should weigh around 50 pounds and bitches should weigh around 40 pounds. The coat colors accepted by AKC are brindle, red, white, fawn and pie bald. Dogs with liver or brown colored noses are disqualified.

6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:

   A Bulldog puppy can cost around $1200 to $1500. Show dogs can cost around $2000.

7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

   Make sure you get to see the parents of the puppy. They should be OFA certified and should be free from genetic and hereditary diseases.

Breeding Bulldogs - Breeder Concerns

1. Breeder Reputation:

   The breeder should be a member of a good kennel club. He should have proper references. The breeder should give more importance to the dog's health and temperament when breeding.

2. Pet Health:

   These dogs are prone to heart disease, respiratory and skin problems. Make sure you check puppy and its parents before buying the puppy.

3. Assurances:

   Most breeders will give you a guarantee for the dog. You should also get the copies of the dog's medical records.