How to Care for Bulldog Face Folds

A bulldog̵7;s deep, wrinkled face is its trademark, but those same wrinkles can cause problems. Through trapping food, harsh weather conditions and retaining moisture, the wrinkles of the dog̵7;s face can lead to skin irritation. Regular cleaning of the folds prevents the problems that could occur, leaving your dog̵7;s face healthy. Speak with a certified veterinarian if you notice acute dryness or irritation within the folds to see if your dog̵7;s face needs special care.

Things You'll Need

  • Washcloth
  • Dog shampoo
  • Moist napkins
  • Medicated ointment
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Instructions

    • 1

      Lift your bulldog into the tub and pet it until it calms down. Instruct it to sit and stay. Turn on the faucet and lightly dampen its face.

    • 2

      Hold a washcloth under a stream of warm water. Massage shampoo formulated for dogs into the cloth and wring it out.

    • 3

      Use one hand to smooth out the folds of flesh on your dog̵7;s face. Gently rub the cloth over its face, paying special attention to areas that don̵7;t see much sunlight (such as the folds on its nose and just below the eyes). Reassure your dog the whole time you work.

    • 4

      Fill a cup with warm water and gently rinse the bulldog̵7;s face. Shield its eyes and rub its face to clean out the soap in the folds. Don̵7;t stop rinsing until you remove all the soap.

    • 5

      Pat its face dry with towels. Wipe the towels into the wrinkles to ensure the whole face is dry.

    • 6

      Wipe out the wrinkles on your dog̵7;s face at least every other day. Do it more often if you have a particularly messy dog. Use wet napkins laced with aloe to do the regular cleaning.

    • 7

      Ask your doctor about special ointment for your dog̵7;s nose and eyes if you notice discoloration or irritation. Apply the ointment to your dog̵7;s face per the instructions provided with the ointment.