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Hooli said:
dalzo said:
I then go off and make my breakfast and he is frequently sound asleep in the "spatchcock" position I left him in, some 20 minutes later.
Oh yes, I put a photo in the other thread like this.
Unlike most other dogs, I think they are pretty stable in this position, and actually seem to quite like it.
Edited by Johnnytheboy on Monday 13th January 14:11
bexVN said:
dalzo said:
Chilli said:
He is stunning mate! He's a big boy, how much does he weigh?!
Thanks, I'm not sure exactly I wasn't there last time he was weighed, I'd say about 30 kg although he is on a diet now.telecat said:
More Pics of George!!! Seriously My Son is pretty keen on a Bulldog. Unfortunately he's 22 going on 12 and planning on living with Uni mates next year for his last year at University. Hence I'd end up looking after it. As we are out 9 til 4 minimum I am not willing to have a dog under those circumstances. As well as which the three legged wonder might not take so kindly to sharing "her" bed with a doggy.
Haha me and my dad were the ones who started the idea of getting a bulldog,I wouldn't recommend getting one if your young though as they are pretty high maintence and can run up high vet bills!Chilli said:
That surprises me. Tank is about 33 and looks smaller. They are difficult to keep trim. Tank now goes to work with the Mrs each day (she has a stables business) and he loves it. The problem is, he has no fear of horses...hopefully he'll learn the painfree way!
Haha tank looks amazing, George for some reason loves going in my dad's van, so he takes him to measure up jobs and George gets to laze around in the passenger seats all dayHooli said:
dalzo said:
telecat said:
More Pics of George!!! Seriously My Son is pretty keen on a Bulldog. Unfortunately he's 22 going on 12 and planning on living with Uni mates next year for his last year at University. Hence I'd end up looking after it. As we are out 9 til 4 minimum I am not willing to have a dog under those circumstances. As well as which the three legged wonder might not take so kindly to sharing "her" bed with a doggy.
They are meant to be one of the best breeds for people who work because of their ability to sleep for many many hours of the day! I have looked at getting a bulldog because of the above reason, but as a couple we haven't owned a dog together and apparently they require a lot of special care (Cleaning folds in skin ect ect) and the breeders want to see people with experience in British Bulldogs. We don't have that!
Great thread. When sitting up, they always look so proud
bakerstreet said:
They are meant to be one of the best breeds for people who work because of their ability to sleep for many many hours of the day!
I have looked at getting a bulldog because of the above reason, but as a couple we haven't owned a dog together and apparently they require a lot of special care (Cleaning folds in skin ect ect) and the breeders want to see people with experience in British Bulldogs. We don't have that!
Great thread. When sitting up, they always look so proud
We both work: Bosley is fine - he actually gets a bit arsy if we are at home all day.I have looked at getting a bulldog because of the above reason, but as a couple we haven't owned a dog together and apparently they require a lot of special care (Cleaning folds in skin ect ect) and the breeders want to see people with experience in British Bulldogs. We don't have that!
Great thread. When sitting up, they always look so proud
As for special care: they require minimal walking and cleaning their folds depends on the dog. Bosley's just get a wipe with a bit of cotton wool now and then. They also only need grooming when they moult.
Up until he had an op this Autumn, Bosley has cost as less than £1,000 in food and vet bills in ten years, but I appreciate they are not all that low-maintenance.
bakerstreet said:
They are meant to be one of the best breeds for people who work because of their ability to sleep for many many hours of the day!
I have looked at getting a bulldog because of the above reason, but as a couple we haven't owned a dog together and apparently they require a lot of special care (Cleaning folds in skin ect ect) and the breeders want to see people with experience in British Bulldogs. We don't have that!
Great thread. When sitting up, they always look so proud
I go out to work in the morning and come in later on and George won't have moved from where he is lying!I have looked at getting a bulldog because of the above reason, but as a couple we haven't owned a dog together and apparently they require a lot of special care (Cleaning folds in skin ect ect) and the breeders want to see people with experience in British Bulldogs. We don't have that!
Great thread. When sitting up, they always look so proud
The folds aren't a big deal, we give him a quick wipe in the morning and maybe clean his eyes if they are a bit grunge-ey.
Don't worry about breeders, George was our first bulldog and we were worried about health issues,our breeders explained everything to us.
If you show them the breeders that you aren't a chav and going to turn your bulldog into a devil dog lol you"ll be fine most just want to see their dogs go to a loving home.
dalzo said:
Hooli said:
It's his front legs that do it 
Just looks so bloody stupid like it (in a good way of course).
Haha I know, he used to sleep a lot like that, now he throws himself up in the couch and try's to push people out the way with his paws for more room lol Just looks so bloody stupid like it (in a good way of course).Like our Staffy then, she climbs on the back of the sofa & lays across your shoulders till you slide forwards & she ends up snuggled in behind you - or asleep with her head hanging down your chest if you resist.
dalzo said:
I go out to work in the morning and come in later on and George won't have moved from where he is lying!
The folds aren't a big deal, we give him a quick wipe in the morning and maybe clean his eyes if they are a bit grunge-ey.
Don't worry about breeders, George was our first bulldog and we were worried about health issues,our breeders explained everything to us.
If you show them the breeders that you aren't a chav and going to turn your bulldog into a devil dog lol you"ll be fine most just want to see their dogs go to a loving home.
This is really encouraging. You may get some more questions from me via PM! The folds aren't a big deal, we give him a quick wipe in the morning and maybe clean his eyes if they are a bit grunge-ey.
Don't worry about breeders, George was our first bulldog and we were worried about health issues,our breeders explained everything to us.
If you show them the breeders that you aren't a chav and going to turn your bulldog into a devil dog lol you"ll be fine most just want to see their dogs go to a loving home.
I know we don't want a puppy and when I search on the net, there never seem that many available at one or two years old. Obviously I know that they are one of the more expensive breeds to buy.
We are looking to start a family soon and the British bulldog looks to be about as ideal as you can get next to a basset hound for being tolerant of babies/toddlers.
Hi
Can you give your thoughts on wether we would be a suitable family for a bulldog?
We have been thinking for the last few years that we would like a dog but we don't know if it woudl be fair.
My wife and I both had cocker spaniels when we were younger and have always been keen on those.
However reading the comments I wonder whether a bulldog would be better.
We have two daughters, 8 and 5. Unfortunatly our youngest has cerebral palsy which has delayed her speech and movement. Although she goes to mainstream school she knows she is different and I worry that she hasn't any real friends at the school.
So we are thinking that there was a dog in the house it would help her, a lot of doctors and physios have always suggested a dog would help her. My wife works three days a week, usually 8 till 4, other than that there would always be someone at home.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Cheers
Can you give your thoughts on wether we would be a suitable family for a bulldog?
We have been thinking for the last few years that we would like a dog but we don't know if it woudl be fair.
My wife and I both had cocker spaniels when we were younger and have always been keen on those.
However reading the comments I wonder whether a bulldog would be better.
We have two daughters, 8 and 5. Unfortunatly our youngest has cerebral palsy which has delayed her speech and movement. Although she goes to mainstream school she knows she is different and I worry that she hasn't any real friends at the school.
So we are thinking that there was a dog in the house it would help her, a lot of doctors and physios have always suggested a dog would help her. My wife works three days a week, usually 8 till 4, other than that there would always be someone at home.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Cheers
BlackCup said:
Love em to death!
Matt
We have just moved into a great new place, loads of space, backs on to fields so ideal for a dog.
Landlords live next door and adore dogs but they are in their 70's now. Said they would have no problem with us getting a dog.
Time to save up for a french bully it is then. (I might secretly save up for and english bully too and the misses wants the fenchie)
eric twinge said:
Hi
Can you give your thoughts on wether we would be a suitable family for a bulldog?
We have been thinking for the last few years that we would like a dog but we don't know if it woudl be fair.
My wife and I both had cocker spaniels when we were younger and have always been keen on those.
However reading the comments I wonder whether a bulldog would be better.
We have two daughters, 8 and 5. Unfortunatly our youngest has cerebral palsy which has delayed her speech and movement. Although she goes to mainstream school she knows she is different and I worry that she hasn't any real friends at the school.
So we are thinking that there was a dog in the house it would help her, a lot of doctors and physios have always suggested a dog would help her. My wife works three days a week, usually 8 till 4, other than that there would always be someone at home.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Cheers
You might be better response to this by posting your query main All Creatures Great & Small page. Can you give your thoughts on wether we would be a suitable family for a bulldog?
We have been thinking for the last few years that we would like a dog but we don't know if it woudl be fair.
My wife and I both had cocker spaniels when we were younger and have always been keen on those.
However reading the comments I wonder whether a bulldog would be better.
We have two daughters, 8 and 5. Unfortunatly our youngest has cerebral palsy which has delayed her speech and movement. Although she goes to mainstream school she knows she is different and I worry that she hasn't any real friends at the school.
So we are thinking that there was a dog in the house it would help her, a lot of doctors and physios have always suggested a dog would help her. My wife works three days a week, usually 8 till 4, other than that there would always be someone at home.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Cheers
The greyhound is worth a look. Very docile and I'd say you would get more choice than limiting your self to a British Bulldog. Have a read of the retired greyhound trust site. Lots of good info on there.
eric twinge said:
Hi
Can you give your thoughts on wether we would be a suitable family for a bulldog?
We have been thinking for the last few years that we would like a dog but we don't know if it woudl be fair.
My wife and I both had cocker spaniels when we were younger and have always been keen on those.
However reading the comments I wonder whether a bulldog would be better.
We have two daughters, 8 and 5. Unfortunatly our youngest has cerebral palsy which has delayed her speech and movement. Although she goes to mainstream school she knows she is different and I worry that she hasn't any real friends at the school.
So we are thinking that there was a dog in the house it would help her, a lot of doctors and physios have always suggested a dog would help her. My wife works three days a week, usually 8 till 4, other than that there would always be someone at home.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Cheers
I think you would, bulldogs are very loving dogs and make great companionsCan you give your thoughts on wether we would be a suitable family for a bulldog?
We have been thinking for the last few years that we would like a dog but we don't know if it woudl be fair.
My wife and I both had cocker spaniels when we were younger and have always been keen on those.
However reading the comments I wonder whether a bulldog would be better.
We have two daughters, 8 and 5. Unfortunatly our youngest has cerebral palsy which has delayed her speech and movement. Although she goes to mainstream school she knows she is different and I worry that she hasn't any real friends at the school.
So we are thinking that there was a dog in the house it would help her, a lot of doctors and physios have always suggested a dog would help her. My wife works three days a week, usually 8 till 4, other than that there would always be someone at home.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Cheers
The only problem I fear with your youngest is that they don't know there own strength sometimes,we also all work usually 8-4, don't worry about a bulldog, most of them sleep all day?
Any more questions don't be afraid to ask or pm
dalzo said:
I think you would, bulldogs are very loving dogs and make great companions
The only problem I fear with your youngest is that they don't know there own strength sometimes,we also all work usually 8-4, don't worry about a bulldog, most of them sleep all day?
Any more questions don't be afraid to ask or pm
Many thanks for your response The only problem I fear with your youngest is that they don't know there own strength sometimes,we also all work usually 8-4, don't worry about a bulldog, most of them sleep all day?
Any more questions don't be afraid to ask or pm
This is Troy, the family bulldog.
http://instagram.com/p/kIbEaBt57N/
http://instagram.com/p/kIab3ot56L/
http://instagram.com/p/jW6iL9x-KU/
http://instagram.com/p/jTy0abx-B0/
We took him in from a couple who couldn't handle him, he's a bit of a grumpy sod with a temper sometimes but he's also full of love and a right character
http://instagram.com/p/kIbEaBt57N/
http://instagram.com/p/kIab3ot56L/
http://instagram.com/p/jW6iL9x-KU/
http://instagram.com/p/jTy0abx-B0/
We took him in from a couple who couldn't handle him, he's a bit of a grumpy sod with a temper sometimes but he's also full of love and a right character
Pixel-Snapper said:
Troy looks like a nice lean bully. 
He is, he was overweight when we first got him... He lost a lot of weight in the first year as he was settling in etc. He's approaching an ideal size and weight now, really healthy and very active for a bully. (He only sleeps 19 hours a day not 20).He has an awesome personality but I suspect his previous owners didn't train him that well or have a lot of time for him, he has a few bad traits but don't we all?
We previously had staffies, and he's quite similar just a lot more stubborn!
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