Bulldog Puppies

Posted on Nov 22, 2020, Modified : Nov 21, 2020 Miryana

Puppies

If you have a newborn Bulldog puppy then it is proof that you have the friendliest dog in the coming days. As much as you are overjoyed, are you aware of what responsibilities to have to take care of?

When you have newborn puppies at home, you should know what they go through in each development stage of their growth. No worries, as this article will help you understand the behavior of Bulldog puppies in each growth stage.

Newborn Puppies – 0 to 2 Weeks

The newborn stage is a delicate stage for Bulldog puppies. The puppies are deaf, blind, and senseless until the end of two weeks. Puppies should be kept close to their mother and littermates to regulate the body temperature or else, they are likely to die due to hypothermia.

Newborn Bulldog Puppy. Image Source – Red White and Bulldogs.

The newborn puppies will need their mother’s milk every two hours to maintain their weight. In addition, if any puppy is left abandoned by their mother or littermates then you should bottle feed and keep the Bulldog puppy in a warm place.

Transitional Stage – 2 to 4 Weeks

The transitional stage is very overwhelming for owners. It is where your Bulldog puppies start doing things for the first time. The puppies will open their eyes for the first time and can hear as well.

Bottle Feeding The Bulldog Puppy. Image Source – YouTube.

The baby teeth will start appearing and the Bulldog puppies may want to taste their first-ever solid food. Furthermore, around four weeks old, the Bulldog puppies will start playing and explore the surrounding with their littermates.

In this stage, Bulldog puppies tend to grow double their weight. Hence, it is very important that you provide them food time to time and the essential nutritional diet.

Socialization Stage – 4 to 12 Weeks

Socialization stage is that stage where you Bulldog puppies will start having personality traits. In addition, they will be more independent and confident in them.

The Bulldog puppies will try to escape the weaning box as they will now be more stronger and curious about their environment. Moreover, the mother Bulldog will no longer clean the toiletries of her babies. Therefore, it is your time to keep your surroundings clean and fresh.

Cute Baby Bulldog. Image Source – Blogspot.

By the Bulldog puppies reach the age of eight weeks old, you can start training with some basic commands. You can also start the potty training for the puppies. However, it requires a lot of time and patience for the puppies to thrive in the training.

The period between 4-12 weeks is very vulnerable for Bulldog puppies as well as the people living around them. They should be socialized from an early age with other people and animals as well. Socialization helps the Bulldog puppies to sharpen their best of behavior and personality traits.

Ranking Stage – 3 to 6 Months

This stage brings a lot of behavior changes in Bulldog puppies. In addition, your puppies are no longer puppies anymore, they have now distinguished features of their adult version.

Bulldog Puppy Growing.

Now that your Bulldogs are a little mature, you can start the further advanced training from the fourth month. In addition, they may try to dominate you. This kind of behavior needs to be corrected.

At the same time, you should spend more time with them and should also be taught to respect the family members. Bulldogs needs to know that they cannot be the alpha of the house.

Adolescence – 16 to 18 Months

This phase for Bulldog can be very exciting. They go through a lot of personality changes during this period. Therefore, they need to be properly trained and needs proper motivation and guidance.

An Adult Bulldog. Image Source – Deine Tierwelt.

Bulldog puppies will finally lose their baby teeth and the next teething phase gets started. Moreover, many Bulldogs will start developing sexual behavior. So, if you want to spay or neuter your dog you may.

When Should You Vaccinate Your Bulldogs?

6 to 8 Weeks	Parvovirus, distemper
10 to 12 Weeks	DHPP (vaccines for parvovirus, adenovirus, parinfluenza and distemper)
16 to 18 Weeks	DHPP, rabies
Every 1 to 2 Years	DHPP
Every 1 to 3 Years	Rabies (as required by law)

Vaccination Chart.