Selecting a Bulldog Puppy
Selecting a bulldog puppy for your home is an important decision that requires knowledge about the breed. While each dog is different when it comes to personality, the way they grow up is based upon the surroundings and care it gets as a puppy.
There are some personality tests that can be done with the bulldog to help determine what kind of temperament they may grow up with. While the test can be a good starting point to determine where the puppy is in their temperament stage before you select it, there is no guarantee that they will remain that way. The personality tests are simply an extra step one can take in selecting a puppy.
There are a few dog temperament types that are developed early on. A dominant or rebellious dog is not really recommended as a pet. These types of dogs need extra attention and care, and are continuously challenging authority.
A puppy that is independent may not be a good option if the family has children, since it could be easily annoyed or bothered by extra activity. However these very traits may also make them an ideal dog for an adult family.
Another type personality that would not do well with children would be an unpredictable dog that is inconsistent with its emotions. The best temperament for a family with children would be to find a puppy that is docile and loves attention.
You can also test a bulldog by watching for social interaction behaviors. See how the dog reacts to you calling for it, and how willing they are to come see what you need. You can also see how the puppy responds to you without talking to them, or even how they like being petted. It is also important to realize that even if a puppy behaves with an outgoing personality, they may not always be that way. Investing time, attention and energy is the best way to keep your dog happy.
When selecting a puppy, it should also be done in accordance with the owner's personality. A dominate owner may not care for a submissive personality, so be sure to find out which temperament suits the owner best. During the first seven weeks of life, the puppy is learning social skills and personality with the help of its mother and siblings, and what they learn then may be irreversible. Puppies at an early stage of life make impressions that last its entire lifetime.
As a new owner of a bulldog puppy, there are some things you can do to help bring up the bulldog in a positive way. Joining dog training classes is a good way for your puppy to interact with other dogs and learn important skills. At this early stage, they can also learn to not be afraid of other dogs, which may help with its personality down the line.
Having a puppy can be extra work, but it is well worth it. Spend time everyday with the dog, grooming and playing so they become familiar with the surrounding and develop good social skills.
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Buying a Bulldog Puppy? Tips on Finding the Perfect Dog
Finding a Responsible Bulldog Breeder
Personality and Temperament: Getting to Know Your Bulldog's Character
Selecting a Bulldog Puppy