1. A Non-Sporting dog by AKC classification, the Bulldogs sole job is to be a family companion.
2. Be honest in assessing your lifestyle and your compatibility with the Bulldog breed, as well as your level of commitment to dog ownership as a whole.
3. The Bulldog requires special attention to keeping his skin folds clean and to protecting him from weather extremes, as brachycephalic breeds are prone to certain problems.
4. Get all the information and advice you can on the Bulldog so you can make a truly educated decision about adding one to your home.
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Reprinted from Breeders Best: Bulldog © 2004. Permission granted by Kennel Club Books, an imprint of BowTie Press.