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Bulldog

medium

Calm, courageous dogs with a distinctive wrinkled face and lovable demeanor.

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Adult Weight
40-50 lbs
Lifespan
8-10 years
Temperament
Calm, Courageous, Gentle
Exercise
20-30 minutes of gentle activity daily
Energy Level
Trainability
Shedding
Family Friendly

Growth Chart

Track Your Puppy

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AgeWeight RangeAverage
0 weeks
0 months
0 - 0 lbs0 lbs
4 weeks
0 months
5 - 6 lbs6 lbs
8 weeks
1 month
10 - 12 lbs11 lbs
12 weeks
2 months
15 - 18 lbs17 lbs
16 weeks
3 months
20 - 25 lbs22 lbs
20 weeks
4 months
25 - 31 lbs28 lbs
24 weeks
5 months
30 - 37 lbs33 lbs
28 weeks
6 months
33 - 41 lbs37 lbs
32 weeks
7 months
34 - 42 lbs38 lbs
36 weeks
8 months
35 - 44 lbs39 lbs
40 weeks
9 months
36 - 45 lbs41 lbs
44 weeks
10 months
38 - 47 lbs42 lbs
48 weeks
11 months
39 - 48 lbs44 lbs
52 weeks
12 months
40 - 50 lbs45 lbs

Developmental Milestones

0-2 weeks

Physical Development
Eyes and ears closed, depends on mother
Behavioral Development
Limited movement, nursing

2-4 weeks

Physical Development
Eyes and ears open, teeth begin to emerge
Behavioral Development
Starts walking, exploring

4-8 weeks

Physical Development
Weaning begins, rapid growth
Behavioral Development
Socialization with littermates, play behavior

8-12 weeks

Physical Development
Baby teeth fully in, growth continues
Behavioral Development
Critical socialization period, fear imprint period

3-6 months

Physical Development
Adult teeth coming in, puberty begins
Behavioral Development
Testing boundaries, second fear period

6-12 months

Physical Development
Sexual maturity, growth slowing
Behavioral Development
Adolescence, energy peaks

12-18 months

Physical Development
Reaches adult size, growth plates close
Behavioral Development
Mental maturity developing

Age Progression Gallery

See how Bulldogs develop from puppies to adults

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8 Weeks

Puppy - Early socialization stage

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3 Months

Growing fast - Learning phase

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6 Months

Adolescent - Energetic stage

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Adult

Full grown - Mature and stable

Note: Photos shown are representative placeholders. Individual dogs may vary in appearance based on genetics, diet, and care.

Care Requirements

Grooming

Low – weekly brushing, skin fold care

Exercise

20-30 minutes of gentle activity daily

Common Health Issues

  • • Brachycephalic syndrome
  • • Skin infections
  • • Hip dysplasia