The Australian Bulldog Society has very kindly begun a rescue service for rehoming those poor Aussie Bulldogs that never quite found their forever homes. There are many reasons why puppies go astray ending up in pounds and shelters, sadly many ruthless breeders don’t interview their puppy adoptees extensively to assess whether they are suitable.
Well it was a lovely day in Sydney today, the girls had a ball exploring their yard and we took a few snaps.
Enjoy the photos- but I’m told they don’t do them justice! They are just so cute.
hi Everyone,
thankyou for your lovely comments on our girls. We appreciate your kind words and Zephyr has recovered very well, enjoying all the extra hugs!
Now here are some more aussie bulldog puppy photos that were taken today. They are so much fun.
Introducing
Freckles
If you’ve ever had a dog that has carried the canine parvovirus there are a number of steps you must take to ensure your new family member isn’t at risk of contracting this deadly and highly contagious virus. The virus can live in your soil for many years after the incidence.
Hi All,
Happy Easter to Everyone! We have been kept very busy here whilst juggling the hand rearing of our latest litter for the last month or so. Our beautiful Zephyr unfortunately developed an abscess in her mammary gland and as a result was unable to rear her beautiful girls.
Therefore we’ve had the pleasure of
The agility competitors run an obstacle course that includes a seesaw, a tunnel, jumps, a stay on table and weaving in and out of obstacles. The dogs are timed, with points deducted for failure to negotiate each obstacle correctly. The requirements are strict; if the dog jumps
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Some of the most memorable moments we have with our bullies occur when we take them with us on an outing, be it to the river, beach or bush they love to accompany us on our trips. To ensure your bulldog will feel comfortable travelling with you in your car its very important to subject them to these surrounds at a young age. An Aussie Bulldog that isn’t properly introduced to the experience of car travel may experience anxiety, motion sickness (vomiting) or just plain bad behaviour.
I found an article in the NSW Canine Journal, by Garry Somerville supplied by DOGS NSW, of which we are a current financial member.
This is a snippet of his article, which really made me stop an think for a minute or two about my dogs behaviour, values etc.
I quote:
“In connection with your dog’s power of reasoning I have an old true story that is not only true, but
This is the basic focus commands. If your dog isn’t paying any attention to you, he won’t be able to learn anything. Help him focus by using positive reinforcement and treats. This doen’t mean that you should give your dog food every time he looks at you. it means that he should always consider it as a viable possibility. Once he learns that “watch me” brings him praise or even a reward. he’ll be anxious to learn what you have to say next.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
This is one of our most frequently asked questions regarding the breed. What are the major differences between the Aussie Bulldog and the British Bulldog?
We are going to attempt to answer this in this blog post, however we are certain that other breeders and lovers of the breed will have varying opinions, which they can feel free to also share with everyone.
We believe the major differences can be summed up as those relating to:
We recently had our first experience with a deaf puppy and were faced with the predicament of whether to put him to sleep or attempt to find him a home. We couldn’t put him to sleep- his personality still shone through despite his impairment, and he loved nothing more than to follow us around the house and fall asleep at our feet. We didn’t know Barney was deaf until he was away from his littermates, as he tended to sleep near them and woke up from the vibrations, however it wasn’t till he was alone and we called him, he didn’t wake up…
Barney has since found a loving and understanding home where he will live out a happy life, however we thought it might be helpful for others out there in the process of training and perhaps just pondering on the possibility of acquiring a deaf puppy to know what to expect.
Bulldogs carry the gene for deafness.
If you are going to live with a deaf dog, you will have to learn a new way to communicate with that dog. You will have to tune into the world of movement, vibration and light. You must use some type of sign language system, either American Sign Language or signs you invent yourself. It will seem strange at first, but both you and your dog will adapt quickly. All that’s required is a willingness to learn.
Some more photos of our precious babies, heading off to their new homes over the next few days. We will miss them so much, they have been an absolute delight to have around.
Some photos at play.
Opeth- top puppy
Basil-he is soo sweet
