The Balerow Aussie Bull-Blog

Modern dogs need to be mannerly household pets and citizens of th world. A trained dog is a pleasure to be around and will be included more often in activities than will an ill-trained dog. Good training can also save your dogs life!

There is a difference between general good behavior around the house and formal obedience. many dogs are a joy to have around the house, even though they can’t fetch or herd. Bulldogs are much better at being well mannered than well trained. The aussie bulldog can be the exception as they have some boxer, bullmastiff and terrier blood instilled in them, making them more responsive and motivated trainees. Australian bulldogs are more than capable of performing routine commands like sitting, lying down, speaking on command, shaking hands and heeling.

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If your Bulldog is a puppy he will need plenty of sleep. It’s easy for excited and enthusiastic family members to overplay the puppy, but if you remember that he’s much like a human baby who needs his beauty sleep, you’ll have a happier bulldog.

Both adults and puppies may experience some distress having left their previous home. This is quite normal. You should try to keep to your dog’s former routine as much as possible. This will lessen the shock, and provide plenty of comfort and support. Schedule and routine is very important. Try to feed him at the same time and place everyday. He’ll soon regard your home as his own.

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Bulldogs are renowned for their devotion to their owners, they are living, sentient beings that love attention. Therefore it only makes sense that they need lots of human companionship and pine away without it.

Like any dog they will also become destructive chewers if bored, so its a good idea to provide lots of toys if you work long hours throughout the day. Also ensuring you walk your dog in the evening or early morning, spending at least 1 hour per day of good quality time with your companion.

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Although not practical for every household, a doggie door opening into a fenced yard males life easier for everyone involved. The door even acts as a housetraining aid by letting your bulldog come and go as he likes. They install in most wood or composite doors in minutes. The easiest ones for dogs to use have just a clear, flexible plastic panel, but you can also purchase high tech models that you can adjust mechanically, which will allow you to prevent the dog from going out or coming in.

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In severe cases, the elevated body temperature triggers chemical reactions in the cells of the body… highly active cells such as brain, intestinal and liver cells are at greatest risk for heat trauma. The metabolic disturbances brought on by excessive heat instigate the release of chemicals within the cells that cause the ultimate destruction a breakage of the cell.

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Outlined below are some of the steps owners can take to ensure their beloved pets do not suffer the irreversible effects of heat stroke.

This topic is of particular significance for all owners of short faced breeds including bulldogs and our very own Australian bulldogs who are also prone to suffer from heat related stresses. However this need not be an issue if owners are cautious and follow some simple steps:

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Dogs need both physical and mental stimulation provided by their owners by daily exercise. Exercises give a dog a natural outlet for energy. They create strong bodies and good muscle tone for the pet. Lack of sufficient exercise, will result in boredom and behavioral problems. A well-known yard or a house is often boring for a dog. Even if the dog is in a big yard, few exercise on their own, so it will presumably sleep all day without the interaction of exercise by the owner.Just letting your dog out to the backyard is not enough and does not give the exercise the dog needs. And again a brief daily walk sometimes is not enough either. Then how do you decide how much exercise your dog needs? The type of exercise you choose for your dog should depend on the age, weight, health and breed of the dog. Is your dog eating a lot? If it is, is it eating out of boredom? Is your dog a hunter or a retriever who likes to run or is it a small breed who likes to sit on the couch? These are some of the questions you have to ask before you provide your dog the proper daily workout.

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Your Bulldog should be thoroughly brushed at least three times a week. Most Bulldogs love to be brushed. Use a soft bristle or rubber brush. Start at the rear and brush against the hair. After you’ve brushed the entire dog against the grain, brush it with the grain. Follow this with a good rub down. This will keep his hair shiny and his skin healthy. During shedding time, spring and fall, you may need to brush more often, give more frequent rubdowns. The idea is to remove the dead hair and distribute the natural oils.

Kongs are great.

Never ever give your Bulldog a rawhide toy. Even Bulldog puppies can tear a piece off the rawhide and choke on it.

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A Bulldog should eat out of a pan which has a flat bottom and straight sides. Most Bulldoggers use stainless steel because it lasts longer. Do not use plastic either for his food or his water.

Most breeders feed a two to four month old puppy four times a day. At this age the kibble is usually softened with warm water. Some add cottage cheese and/or yogurt. There are several good brands of puppy kibble. If you are not satisfied with the kibble he is eating, try another. You want a kibble the puppy likes and which produces a nice coat, keeps the puppy round but not obese, and produces solid stools. Most breeders in this area use Nutro’s, Iam’s, Eukanuba, Purina Puppy Chow or Science Diet. Check the list of ingredients on the sack. Do not feed your Bulldog a kibble which contains soybeans.

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A Bulldog that receives frequent brushings and rubdowns does not need frequent bathing. Most Bulldoggers bathe their dogs when the dog is dirty - when it obviously needs a bath. Of course, if you are exhibiting your Bulldog he needs a bath before he goes 10 the show. A show dog in the ring should be a squeaky clean dog in the ring.

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Sometimes we don’t have time to rush our beloved pets to the vet, so its a good idea to have a few bits an pieces handy around the home. Some are for use in an emergency or to carry your pet over till your veterinarian is next available.

Vaseline. Use this on his nose, on his eye wrinkles, any place you need to soothe and waterproof but don’t need to medicate. Use it also on the thermometer when you take his temperature.

Plastic RealLemon. If he gets phlegm in his throat and chokes on it, a couple squirts of juice from the plastic lemon will help clear it out.

A good rectal thermometer. Temperature should be between 37 and 39 degrees celcius.

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WHEN TO BREED: The best advice seems to be not breeding your dogs before 18 months of age. Both the bitch and the sire should have been examined by a veterinarian to be certain they are free and clear of hip dysplasia, cataracts, cherry eye, palate problems, heart conditions and other congenital diseases.

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This is an article written by Terry Symonds, on the benefits of giving vitamin supplements to your dogs. We have considered supplements, but find our dogs thrive on a diet rich in natural foods like vegetables, fresh chicken (human consumption only -wings, drumsticks etc) and good quality beef mince. Aussie bulldogs are great eaters and because of this we have found them to also be very healthy dogs, eating all their veges, fruit, and meat. We find no need to supplement their diet.

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A few months back the Aussie bulldog’s were on the ABC’s Pet show, presented by Deanne Kestell from kestbull Aussie Bulldogs in Western Australia.

This was a great segment and allowed the public an intimate glimpse into the breeds true character.

Click to view a summary of the segment.

Matilda’s father Oden- we were so lucky when we got him. Thanks to all the breeders who’s dedication to the breed allowed us to obtain this magnificent Aussie Bulldog sire, namely Yanco, Warra, and Jag kennels.

Here are some photos we’d like to share of Oden and Zelda’s daughter Matilda. These were taken a few days ago, amazing this litter is now 15 months old.

She’s gorgeous-love every moment with Tilda. Trip to the beach soon, stay tuned for photos!