Dog
Pronunciation:
min-ee-uh-cher bool-dawg
Breed Description:
The Miniature Bulldog breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the English Bulldog with the Pug. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Miniature Bulldog will have qualities of all the parent breeds with a compact body that is slightly longer than it is tall and a solid build. The breed should be very muscular and they should have a square head with a strong jaw and there should be wrinkles over the nose and down the side of the mouth. The top line of the dog should be level and the tail should either be a corkscrew or short. Ears should be half pricked or rose shaped.
The coat of the Miniature Bulldog should be short and smooth. It should be medium in texture without being too soft or too course. They can be found in a range of colors that are common to the parent breeds including white and tan, white and red, brindle, fawn and fawn with a black mask.
Temperament:
The Miniature Bulldog breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. However, the breed is known for being an affectionate breed that is very friendly. They usually get along well with everyone and can make an excellent family pet since they are gentle and patient with children. The breed is very loyal and are usually very outgoing. They do well with other dogs and pets and while they will alert bark, they are not the ideal guard dog.
Height:
The average height for a Miniature Bulldog is between 13 to14 inches
Weight:
The average weight for a Miniature Bulldog is between 25 to 30 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Miniature Bulldog breed of dog has no known health problems, however, is important to research the English Bulldog and the Pug to be aware of any potential health problems your dog could be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Miniature Bulldog breed of dog can do very well in apartments but they can also do well in homes with a large fenced yard. This is not an outdoor dog and it is important for them to be bundled up in cold weather since they are susceptible to cold. In addition, they need to be kept cool during hot months since they can suffer from heat exhaustion.
Exercise:
The Miniature Bulldog breed of dog can be an inactive breed but you should still give them between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day to keep them healthy.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 12 years
Grooming:
The Miniature Bulldog breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. However, you should wash the wrinkles on their face once a day or once every other day to prevent skin infections. They should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Miniature Bulldog breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Miniature Bulldog, it is important to read up on both the English Bulldog and the Pug. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
