| Deciding on the Breed | | | | home and property. This may seem a bit invasive, |
| Before you go looking for English bulldog breeders, | | | | but you want to be sure of who you're dealing with. |
| you want to make sure that this is really the kind of | | | | If they are evasive and don't really want you looking |
| dog you want. All puppies can be adorable, and this | | | | around, or if they want to meet you somewhere |
| kind can especially tug on the heart strings. The right | | | | other than where they raise the dogs, this means |
| thing to do, however, is really educate yourself on | | | | that you might be dealing with a puppy mill, and |
| the breed, and know what you'll be getting into for | | | | those are neither responsible nor loving. When you |
| the long haul. Though you're bound to find out more | | | | visit a reputable breeder, sit down with the puppies |
| from the people you visit who raise them, especially | | | | and get to know them. Chances are one puppy will |
| about their own particular dogs, it's good to at least | | | | stand out from the rest as the one for you. |
| start your search being fairly informed. | | | | Knowing Your Puppy |
| Your Search | | | | Reputable English bulldog breeders encourage |
| If you've decided that this kind of dog is what you | | | | communication with the people who buy puppies |
| want, then it's time to start looking for good English | | | | from them, and they should always be willing to take |
| bulldog breeders. This is where you really need to be | | | | a puppy back and refund your money if things aren't |
| careful. You want to find people who raise these | | | | working out. As you get to know your puppy, be |
| dogs lovingly and responsibly, and that will be | | | | honest with yourself about how well things are going, |
| completely open and honest with you. Check with | | | | and contact the breeder if you have any concerns or |
| your local AKC chapter or humane society for | | | | questions. |
| recommendations. If you have a friend or family | | | | Good, responsible English bulldog breeders are out |
| member who owns this kind of dog, ask them for | | | | there, and when you're ready for a puppy, you need |
| recommendations as well. | | | | to take the time to find one. Being diligent from the |
| The Visit | | | | very beginning will help you to ensure that it turns |
| When you visit one or more English bulldog breeders, | | | | out well for everyone. |
| ask questions, and ask for a complete tour of their | | | | |