*Manda* asked:
I’m really interested in finding a male english bulldog. I already found a female, well actually my crush is going to buy one and our parents agreed that we would each buy one to breed them. But if you know of anyone that has one plz let me know!
I’m really interested in finding a male english bulldog. I already found a female, well actually my crush is going to buy one and our parents agreed that we would each buy one to breed them. But if you know of anyone that has one plz let me know!
Tags: Bulldog #10, English Bulldog, Parents
September 5th, 2006 at 11:12 am
Bulldogs are expensive because they cost a lot to raise and maintain. They usually breed by artificial insemination and deliver by c-section. They also have a tendency to other health problems.
A Bulldog for a “reasonable” price is certainly NOT a dog with breeding potential, in fact it is a dog with high vet bill potential.
September 7th, 2006 at 10:43 pm
English bulldogs are expensive for good reason! They are VERY expensive to care for and breed.
Did you know that they must deliver by c-section? They have been bred to the point where they are unable to deliver naturally. That is the main reason why they are expensive. Additionally, because they are delivered by c-section, they sometimes neglect the pups, so the breeder has to feed them every 2 hours until the pups are weaned.
Any English Bulldog that you can find for a “reasonable” price will most likely not be worth the money you spend on it. They are expensive because of the quality of the dog and the quality of care put into the dog.
This breed is not a good investment as far as breeding goes and they are not for amateur breeders. Leave the bulldog breeding to the experts and keep the female as a pet. It will be much easier for you, better for the dogs, and better for the breed as a whole!
September 10th, 2006 at 1:20 am
You could probably find one for not too expensive at a pet rescue place or something like that.
September 12th, 2006 at 1:18 pm
Just because your “crush” is getting a dog doesn’t mean you should too. Do you have enough time to train a puppy? Will you be able to afford vaccines, deworming, other health problems? Responsible breeders will sell their puppies with limited papers meaning you will not be able to register any puppies. Some will also make you sign a contract saying you will not breed. Also, no female should be bred until they are at least two. Please make sure you know that most bulldogs will need a c-section when it’s time to give birth. If you’re breeding just for what little money you get out of it, it’s not worth it. You put out way more then you take in You should also give any puppies at least the first two sets of vaccines and deworming before they go off to their new home. Make sure you screen any potential new puppy owners very throughly. Speak with your vet before you even consider mating just to make sure she’s healthy enough. Speak with other breeders for any advise they’re willing to give. Listen, and understand that if the puppies do not find homes, you will be stuck with a litter of pups.
September 16th, 2006 at 1:03 pm
Please reconsider getting two English Bulldogs. As the owner of one very loving huge Bulldog puppy…it is the financial equivalent of raising a child.
English Bulldogs are very expensive to care for and if you get a reasonably priced bulldog from a non-breeder or where ever chances are you will be getting yourself into whole mess of vet bills..
Bulldogs require a lot of space, a lot of food (often prescription or speciality brand), special shampoo for skin problems, you have to wash their folds constantly so it doesn’t get infected, some have eye problems and require surgery, shots, and this only the begining….
Our doggie’s vet costs at seven months were well over $1000, he is considered healthy and we bought him from a breeder. And this just for one dog.
Can you imagine the up keep of two, and that’s is way before breeding costs kick in!!!!!
Please, please reconsider. Bulldog breeding should be left up to those who have been handling bulldogs for years. Not someone looking to make a quick buck. The dogs will suffer because of it, and that isn’t right or fair.
Our bulldog as been to the vet more than my daughter who is 2, and believe me his bills, COST A LOT MORE!!!!
Enjoy having one dog first…believe me, they are more than enough to handle.
September 19th, 2006 at 8:02 am
You will not find a health bulldog for a reasonable price. Bulldogs are expensive. If you find a bulldog under $1500, chances are there is something wrong. Also, if you are getting male and female to breed, please don’t. If you are looking for a cheap bulldog, you deffinately can’t afford the care that goes with breeding. Bulldogs are a very special breed and you need to know everything you can about them. I have owned bulldogs for 6 years and started breeding last year after doing A LOT of research. They are not just two dogs you can put together and wait for puppies. They have to be artificially inseminated at least twice and they need c-sections. DO NOT let your dog attempt to whelp them on her own. You will be very sorry when lose the pups and the mom. Then you have to get up every 2 hours to let them nurse because they can’t be left with the mom. She will smother them because she doesn’t realize they are there. You seriously need to rethink what you are doing.