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Toy Bulldog Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Toy Bulldog so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed

Toy Bulldog Size and Weight

Size
Is a Toy Bulldog small, medium or large dog?

How big do Toy Bulldog get?

What is the average size of a Toy Bulldog?

Small
Weight
How much does the Toy Bulldog weigh? How much should a Toy Bulldog weight? What is the normal weight of a Toy Bulldog? How much does a full-grown Toy Bulldog weight?
Male: 11.4–18.18 kg, Female: 11.4–17.3 kg
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Toy Bulldog?
Male: 11.4–18.18 kg, Female: 11.4–17.3 kg
Height
How tall is the Toy Bulldog? Toy Bulldog height:
Male: 27–35 cm, Female: 25–33 cm
Average Height
What is the average height of a Toy Bulldog?
Male: 27–35 cm, Female: 25–33 cm

Toy Bulldog Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Toy Bulldog puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Toy Bulldog in the United States? How much money is a Toy Bulldog?

Where to buy a Toy Bulldog with a good pedigree?

$800-$1200
If you choose to purchase the Toy Bulldog, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Toy Bulldog for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Toy Bulldog gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Toy Bulldog? How many Toy Bulldog are there in the world?
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Toy Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Toy Bulldog? Is the Toy Bulldog breed dumb or smart?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. They understand and remember new commands after an average of 25-40 repetitions.

The Toy Bulldog ranks average in the intelligence ranking of dogs.

Trainability
Are Toy Bulldog dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Toy Bulldog?
A slightly harder to train than average. Toy Bulldog dogs aren't famous for their trainability. This breed needs more time and repetition to obey. It's challenging to teach them new commands, but not impossible.
Watchdog Ability
Is Toy Bulldog good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Toy Bulldog dogs are not the best watchdogs. They aren't very territorial and protective about their property, so they probably won't alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Toy Bulldog dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Toy Bulldog dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Toy Bulldog Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Toy Bulldog have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
ActivePlayfulLovingFriendlyLoyalGentleSocial
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Toy Bulldog sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Toy Bulldog dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Toy Bulldog a good family dog?
Average to High: Toy Bulldog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. They like being involved in the family's life. This breed isn't considered an aloof dog.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Toy Bulldog need? Toy Bulldog social needs:
Toy Bulldog dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Toy Bulldog to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Toy Bulldog roam?
Toy Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. They have low to average wanderlust potential. Exploring the world is not the best activity they can imagine.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Toy Bulldog have high prey drive?
Toy Bulldog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Toy Bulldog Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Toy Bulldog is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Toy Bulldog dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Toy Bulldog bark?
Low: The Toy Bulldog barks none to minimal. Perfect choice if you prefer a quiet breed.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Toy Bulldog good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Toy Bulldog in an apartment?
Apartment-friendly dog the Toy Bulldog breed. It is best if you have a small garden where it can occasionally go out to do its business, but this is not important at all. You can exercise him enough with a walk or two a day, so he's comfortable in an apartment.

Toy Bulldog Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Average: Toy Bulldog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Toy Bulldog be left alone? How long can you leave a Toy Bulldog alone?
Toy Bulldog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Toy Bulldog Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Toy Bulldog has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Toy Bulldog? How much bite force does a Toy Bulldog have? How strong is a Toy Bulldog bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Bulldog bite force: Weak. The Toy Bulldog bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Toy Bulldog measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of a Toy Bulldog may be weak, but it's important to remember that any dog's bite can still be dangerous if not managed properly. Despite the bite force of Toy Bulldog being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.

Toy Bulldog bite wounds might not be as severe, but it is still essential to be cautious and prevent any biting incidents.

They are usually not aggressive and very friendly towards children and other animals. To ensure a well-behaved dog, it's essential to learn how to train a Toy Bulldog puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, a Toy Bulldog can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come.

Biting Potential
Do Toy Bulldog bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Toy Bulldog? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Toy Bulldog? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Toy Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Toy Bulldog do?
Toy Bulldog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Toy Bulldog dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Toy Bulldog Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Toy Bulldog dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Toy Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Toy Bulldog breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Toy Bulldog see the vet?
Average
The Toy Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Toy Bulldog dogs live? How old can a Toy Bulldog be? What is the age limit of the Toy Bulldog? How many years can the oldest Toy Bulldog live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Toy Bulldog?

How long is the lifespan of a Toy Bulldog?

9-13 years
The average lifespan of Toy Bulldog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.

Toy Bulldog Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Toy Bulldog have? What is the activity level of the Toy Bulldog?
Toy Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. If you live a chilled life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Toy Bulldog need? How much exercise do Toy Bulldog dogs require per day?

Do Toy Bulldog dogs need a lot of exercises?

Toy Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal. If you live a slow life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Toy Bulldog breed need?
Toy Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. They're not the most active dog breed. If you live an active life, this breed can be a bad choice for you.

Toy Bulldog Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Toy Bulldog need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Toy Bulldog breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Toy Bulldog? How much food should I feed my Toy Bulldog?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Toy Bulldog risk for obesity:
High: The Toy Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding. If you want to keep balance, increase the amount and frequency of your daily dog walk and play with the Toy Bulldog more often.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Toy Bulldog weight regularly.

Toy Bulldog Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Toy Bulldog have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
Smooth
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Toy Bulldog coats?
Red White Fawn Brindle Piebald
Grooming
How to groom the Toy Bulldog and how often? How often should I take my Toy Bulldog to the groomer?
Effortless: The Toy Bulldog requires minimal grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned sometimes to avoid infections. Toy Bulldog is one of the best choices if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Highly recommended for beginners.
Shedding Level
How much do Toy Bulldog dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Toy Bulldog? Do Toy Bulldog dogs shed a lot?
Toy Bulldog dogs shed moderately. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. It mostly depends on their health status and breed type.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Toy Bulldog need a bath? How often should you give a Toy Bulldog a bath? Can I bathe my Toy Bulldog every day?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. According to a study, 56% of pet parents don’t bathe their dogs as frequently as they should, and 60% use the sniff test when deciding when it’s bath time.

Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Toy Bulldog breed hypoallergenic?
No
Toy Bulldog dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Toy Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Toy Bulldog drool?
The Toy Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool more than others, just like the Toy Bulldog.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Toy Bulldog Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Toy Bulldog dogs get along with other pets? Are Toy Bulldog dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Toy Bulldog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Toy Bulldog temperament with other people:
Toy Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Are Toy Bulldog dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Toy Bulldog temperament with children:
Toy Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Toy Bulldog dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Toy Bulldog breed live with a cat?
Toy Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Is Toy Bulldog good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Toy Bulldog dogs get along with other dogs?
Toy Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Toy Bulldog breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Toy Bulldog breed suitable for first-time owners?
No
Toy Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Are Toy Bulldog dogs good office canines? Do Toy Bulldog dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Toy Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Toy Bulldog dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Toy Bulldog temperament with senior people? Are Toy Bulldog dogs good for elderly owners?
Toy Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Toy Bulldog As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Toy Bulldog be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Toy Bulldog is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Toy Bulldog be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Toy Bulldog be an emotional support animal?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Toy Bulldog is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Toy Bulldog be a sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Toy Bulldog is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Toy Bulldog be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Toy Bulldog is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Toy Bulldog be a boat dog?

Not really

Toy Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Toy Bulldog be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Toy Bulldog is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Toy Bulldog dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Toy Bulldog Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Toy Bulldog pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Toy Bulldog breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Toy Bulldog: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Toy Bulldog have in a litter? How many puppies can the Toy Bulldog breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Toy Bulldog have? How many puppies can a Toy Bulldog give birth to?
2-5 puppies

Toy Bulldog Recognition

AKC Group
Is Toy Bulldog recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Toy Bulldog recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Toy Bulldog Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Apartment Friendly: Apartment-friendly dog the Toy Bulldog breed.
  • Grooming: Effortless: The Toy Bulldog requires minimal grooming.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Toy Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
  • Child Friendly: Toy Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Toy Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cons
  • Trainability: A slightly harder to train than average.
  • Hypoallergenic: Toy Bulldog dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Toy Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: High: The Toy Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
  • Watchdog Ability: Toy Bulldog dogs are not the best watchdogs.
  • Mouthiness: Toy Bulldog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Toy Bulldog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
  • Office Friendly: Toy Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Toy Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.

Toy Bulldog History

The Toy Bulldog is considered to be a now extinct dog breed, that existed in England in the 18th and in in the early 19th century. During the breed's early creation, breeders were following two different breeding processes, in order to develop the Toy Bulldog.

One was concentrating on downsizing the original Bulldog. This strain of process was not very successful, for the reason that there were several complications with breeding subregular-sized dogs of this breed together. The dwarf-sized Bulldog puppies came out usually from regular-sized parents, consequently, they were neither the most fertile, nor the healthiest and most good-looking dogs. The problem was that these parents were producing very few (2-4) puppies in a litter. In one litter, there were mostly regular-sized puppies, and occasionally, if the breeders were lucky, one or maximum of two smaller-sized puppies was born from a litter. Thus, because of the constant failure, this version of the breed development was discontinued relatively early.

The other attempt to develop the Toy Bulldog was through cross-breeding the French Bulldog with Bulldogs and their off-springs, with the intention of decreasing the weight to a desirable 20 pounds or less. This breeding plan was more successful and resulted in multiple attractive puppies. Thus, the breed was presented to the Kennel Club by the French Toy Bulldog Club of England. However, as the Kennel Club’s representatives examined the breed’s early specimen, they came to the conclusion that the Toy Bulldog is not homogenous enough to be qualified for recognition Moreover, they called the dogs, another, not pure, but the mixed type of Bulldog.

Another endeavor for creating a smaller version of the well-known Bulldog happened much later, in the 1980s when designer breeds suddenly became a trend. This time breeders cross-bred the Bulldog and the Pug, or in other cases the Olde Bulldog also with the Pug. This version was called the Miniature Toy Bulldog. This was considered to be a designer hybrid breed, the fact that both of the parent breeds are purebred dogs. This breeding process was relatively successful, nowadays, there are second and third-generation Miniature Toy Bulldogs on the market.

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