The Care of English Bulldog Puppies

An English Bulldog is a wonderful family dog. They are a gentle breed that does exceptionally well with children. An English Bulldog puppy should leave its mother between seven and nine weeks. While they are puppies, they are energetic and fun-loving. English Bulldog puppies love to chew and have unique health issues because of their breed. However, they are incredibly smart dogs that will quickly learn what to do. With the proper care and love, English Bulldog puppies can grow up to be sweet and loyal companions.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog crate
  • Dog collar and leash
  • Puppy food
  • Stainless steel bowls
  • Dog toys
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Instructions

    • 1

      Purchase all the supplies you need to care for your puppy before you bring the puppy home. For instance, your puppy will need stainless steel bowls for food and water, a crate, puppy food and toys. Try to keep your puppy on the same food she was eating with the breeder. A dog crate makes house training your puppy much easier and your puppy should sleep in her crate overnight. Also, if you live in an apartment, you may want to purchase puppy pads and designate an area of the house for your puppy to use as a restroom if a yard is not readily accessible.

    • 2

      Feed your puppy three to four times a day. Soften the puppy food with chicken broth, warm water or cottage cheese. Feed your puppy in stainless steel bowls. Stainless steel bowls are durable and you can periodically wash them in the dishwasher to keep them clean and sanitary. A puppy will continue to eat puppy food until she is about a year old, at which time she will transition to adult dog food.

    • 3

      Schedule an appointment with your veterinarian. Like all puppies, your bulldog will need her puppy shots and must be checked for intestinal worms. In addition, English Bulldogs are a unique breed that has a multitude of health problems. For instance, cherry eye is an eye condition that is common to English Bulldogs. Cherry eye occurs when the gland that resides in the corner of the eye, under the lower eyelid, pops out. Depending on the severity of the case, surgery may be necessary. A bulldog specialist is familiar with the health problems of this breed and it may be beneficial to find a bulldog specialist in your area.

    • 4

      Brush your English Bulldog at least three times a week. In addition, you need to clean your English Bulldog's folds daily. English Bulldogs have folds on their muzzles that can trap dirt and yeast, making the skin irritated, red and sometimes infected. A bulldog's ears also need to be cleaned regularly. Purchase an ear solution from your veterinarian that will quickly and easily remove ear wax. Also, trim your puppy's nails at least once every two weeks.