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Or, that is, is the English bulldog the one dog that’s absolutely perfect for you in every way?

How can you know which dog is right for you?

Is an English Bulldog Puppy Your Soulmate?

#1 - Family Environments for English Bulldogs

Just as important as discovering if an Englsih Bulldog is what YOU want, you need to consider if your lifestyle is also best for the bulldog.

If you have kids, English Bulldogs are generally easy-going and patient with children; the two often become the best of friends!

Well, don’t worry; you won’t have to fret and wonder and gaze longingly at their photos wondering if you’re a match any longer– here are

But, cuteness aside, how do you know if a Bulldog is right for you?

At least, I hope you’d read the bios. You can’t just be swiping up or down based on pictures alone– wait, what?! Really? Are you kidding me?!
Okay, okay, to be fair, it is understandable. When I see pictures like this I also immediately want to swipe up.

Narrowing down your options to a single breed can feel overwhelming. After all, it’s not like there’s a dog breed dating app with useful bios that you can read through and swipe up or down on.

English Bulldogs often match whatever energy levels their owners provide, whether that’s more relaxed or more energetic. So if you have a household of energetic little boys, your English bulldog may try to match that energy of their pack! If your family is more chill and laid back, your English bulldog will most likely follow suit.

At Boise Bulldogs, we personality match our bulldog puppies to the perspective owners so you know you are getting a puppy that will jive with the vibe in your home and truly become your family’s best friend.

In the end, if you have a lot of love to give and want a laid-back buddy who likes to cuddle and entertain you with silly antics, you and a Bulldog puppy could be a match made in heaven!

If, however, you’re looking for a dog to train for a marathon with, or one that requires you to throw a ball back and forth until your arms turn to jello, you might want to check out this other breed called, I don’t know if you’ve heard of them, Golden Retrievers. ​

#2 - English Bulldog Attention Needs

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English Bulldogs, like many of us, love to take naps. Since they’re only a moderately-active breed, they’re usually able to handle owners being gone for several hours a day (and they may even appreciate the chance to take long, uninterrupted snoozes).

English Bulldogs are generally pretty chill, so if you’re kind of busy but still want a buddy to watch Netflix with, an English Bulldog would be great for you!
They require more attention when they’re puppies, of course, but gain greater independence as they get older and feel more familiar in their environment.
Like any pet, English Bulldogs do need to be able to have access to a bathroom, and should not be left outside for any extended time.
Similarly, if you are leaving your English Bulldog home alone for a few hours, you’ll want to properly crate train them so they don’t have an accident inside the house or chew up your favorite pair of shoes. (They love leather…they have expensive tastes!)

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#3 - English Bulldog Grooming Needs

It is often misrepresented, but English Bulldogs are not very high maintenance when it comes to grooming. Their adorableness does not take much effort from their humans, and here is why: English Bulldogs have relatively short coats, so they don’t often need to be brushed or even taken to the groomers for a trim. A regular deshedding routine is all they need, and mostly at the changing of seasons when any dog would be having an adjustment to their coats.

Some English Bulldogs might have a couple of skin wrinkles or folds that need to be wiped out with a disinfectant about once or twice a week, but that depends on your individual dog.
Other than that, English Bulldogs really just need baths every one to six weeks and to have their nails trimmed every three to four weeks. And that is it!

#4 - Activity Levels of English Bulldogs

Now, if there was a little icon on the metaphorical dog breed dating profile indicating how often you hit the gym, English bulldogs would be a casual “once in a while.”
Let’s be real- with that many wrinkles and such short legs they’re not exactly built for long distance running and jumping hurdles.
In general, English Bulldogs only need a moderate amount of exercise. A short 10-30 minute walk once a day, or even just a couple times a week, is usually enough to help keep them fit and healthy.

English Bulldogs tend to have a lot more energy and desire to be active when they’re younger (relatable), so puppies tend to be the most rambunctious (shocker). But, even with the added energy of a youthful puppy, English bulldogs are generally not overly energetic even as puppies. We like to say they play hard (for about 20-30 minutes…) and then they sleep hard (for an hour or more…).

And English Bulldogs, just like people, vary in their energy levels depending on the dog’s personality. We’ve had English bulldogs who would run back and forth playing fetch enthusiastically– for 20-30 minutes at a time. Then they’ll often signal they’re done by just dramatically throwing themselves onto the grass for a nap to recover.

So, overall, English Bulldogs are a good choice for you if you are moderately active and NOT looking for a dog to be your outdoor adventure buddy for long walks, hikes, bike rides, or retrieving toys thrown into bodies of water. (And if you’re occasionally willing to carry home a bulldog who decided they weren’t going to move another paw during your short walk.)

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#5 - Best Climates for English Bulldogs

Because English Bulldogs have such short noses and all those wrinkles and extra skin, they can overheat easily as well as become very cold easily. If you live in a very hot climate and want your dog to join you on lots of outdoor adventures in unholy temperatures (anything above 80 degrees fahrenheit), you’ll want to keep i n mind your English bulldog will not be able to join you without possibly overheating.

If you live in a colder climate and think your English Bulldog will be a great cross country ski buddy, or that they would just love to sit outside and watch you do curling, (do people actually do curling?) then be prepared to keep your bully dressed warmly and have warm water for them to drink, as they will get colder faster than the typical dog due to their short noses which causes them to breathe in more cold air (longer nosed dogs heat the air more before it reaches the lungs).

5 factors to consider if adding an English Bulldog to your home is right for you.

On the other hand, we’ve also had other English Bulldogs who would get about twenty steps into a walk and then plop down on the cement and refuse to walk any further.

English Bulldogs are an indoor pet. They of course need to spend time outside and many may love a frolic in your yard at any season, but you cannot keep an English Bulldog exclusively outdoors, or even leave them out for long periods of time outdoors, especially if you live in an extreme climate.
However, if you live in a ridiculously hot place (we’re looking at you, Arizonians) but happen to have the modern-day miracle known as “air-conditioning”, an English Bulldog could be a great pet for you! Just keep in mind that they will not be able to stay out in the heat for very long periods of time. A quick trip out to potty and then right back in is usually just what an English Bulldog wants anyways. (they are smart, they like the ac…especially if you have floor vents for them to lay on!)

Testimonials

Hear what our puppy parents have to say!

Brigette H. and Rolo, Anchorage, AK

Hi Michelle, Rolo's one year birthday was 10/22...I love him to pieces and he is just the kindest, gentlest dog ever. Very friendly with everyone and wish I could get ten more like him! He reeeeally likes sleeping in. Doesn't chew up anything, not my shoes, nothing. He does display classic bulldog mannerisms and attitude, which is hilarious of course. I'm so glad I found you guys and I have him. The way you start them out (puppies) has had a major impact on how he is with me and others, no doubt.

Claire, Carrie and Ruby Manning, Meridian, ID

We contacted Boise Bulldogs and were lucky enough to find our little Bulldog Ruby. Michelle was great and sent us lots of pictures while we were waiting for her. She finally came home in February of 2020. She has been a wonderful ball of love and wrinkles since we brought her home. She has a delightful personality and is very friendly to everyone. She fit into our home right away and loves to play with our other animals. We can't imagine life without her.

Hi Michelle,I adopted Tidy Aka Archibald from you November 2013. I just wanted to thank you and show you how handsome he is! I love my son so much. Archie is so good with my girls and he is completely potty trained and house trained. I can leave him alone in the house and he does not get anxiety or get into anything. I am just so impressed with him. He is a part of our family. He is a brother to my girls and a son we never had! We are blessed!

Pamela and Archibald, Boise, ID

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