English Bulldog Complete Breed Guide
Gentle, Friendly but Extremely High Health Costs
🏆 UK Market Price #1
English Bulldog has held the UK highest price breed position for 3 consecutive years (2025: £1,554), with prices rising 6.4%, reflecting breeding difficulty and health costs.
⚠️ Important Health Cost Warning
English Bulldogs have among the highest veterinary costs. Lifetime medical expenses can reach $10,000-$30,000+, including airway surgery $3,000-$10,000. Please consider pet insurance and emergency funds before purchase.
📸 Iconic English Bulldog
Key Traits
Appearance
English Bulldogs have iconic broad heads, flat faces, thick wrinkles, and short compact bodies. Muscular but compact with short tails. Short smooth coat in various colors including fawn, white, and brindle.
Breed History
English Bulldogs originated in 13th century England, initially used for bull-baiting. After the sport was banned in 1835, breeders developed a gentler family companion. Became a British national symbol and cultural icon.
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