Always pick up your Bulldog puppy with one hand on your puppies back end between the back legs and one hand on the chest between the front. This allows for support from both sides. Never ever pick up your puppy by the armpit area! This can cause a dislocating effect in the shoulder area, puts extra stress on the airways and is not good for the spine.

When you get home, remember your Bulldog puppy is a baby. And like all babies, they need lots and lots of love and cuddling, lots of sleep, lots of good quality nourishing food. 

Moving to a new home, leaving his family and the only people he has ever really known can be a little scary for them, so try to make the move as easy as possible for your English Bulldog. For the first couple weeks, try to establish a good routine for him. Make it simple and relaxed at first so that your baby Bulldog feels secure in the new environment. Your puppy will need a lot of guidance and direction from you during this transition so take advantage of this experience to bond with him. This will allow your Bulldog to feel comfortable with you and develop their trust in you.

Following the breeders routine for feeding your puppy with the same times, same amount, same brand of food. Feed your new  Bulldog in the same place for each meal. Be sure your Bulldog puppy has his own special area for his bedding . Give your new Bulldog lots of cuddling, petting and attention. Be careful not to let your puppy play so long and hard that they become exhausted.

During the first week, you should take your puppy to your vet for a check up and allow them to get to know your Bulldog.

If you want to change your Bulldog puppy's brand of puppy food, the change should be slow. Substitute a small amount of the old food with the new and slowly increase the ratio of new to old until the old food is completely replaced.

English Bulldogs thrive indoors around their family and in a temperature controlled environment. English Bulldogs can overheat faster than other dogs so if it's much over 75-80 degrees (F) your bulldog should be in an air conditioned area. Also, be careful with slippery surfaces such as hard wood floors, tile or linoleum. Bulldogs are born with joints that are naturally looser and slipping on the floor or in the bath tub can be hard on the joints. If you have these kinds of floors you might consider area rugs to provide traction and a bath mat when bathing.

Usually a cotton rug or blanket in his crate will due nicely. They are fairly cheap and easy to wash and dry. Artificial sheepskin rugs are available at most pet stores. The main thing is that your English Bulldog likes it and you like it. Avoid wicker dog beds because most Bulldogs love to tear these to pieces and could choke on or swallow the pieces.

We recommend using a wire crate for your  Bulldog puppy. Bulldogs actually love having their own private retreat to go to when they want to be left alone. It is much easier to house train a puppy if he/she sleeps in a crate. If you travel with your Bulldog, he/she is safer and happier riding in a crate and if you are staying overnight your Bulldog will have its own place to sleep in. The ventilation in wire crates is much better than most plastic ones.

• A comfy chair or couch so you can sit and cuddle with your new puppy is a great way to start off your relationship with your Bulldog.
• A food dish and a water dish, preferably stainless steel.
• A collar and lead: Your English Bulldog's first lead should be a light weight one, you'll need a strong leather or nylon lead as your Bulldog grows. 
• Dog nail clippers or grinder: we recommend using a Dremmel tool to grind down your English Bulldog puppy's nails and making them smooth and rounded. 
• A brush: You can use just about any brush on an Bulldog, but the best ones have flexible rubber bristles. Find one that fits comfortably in your hand.
• A spray bottle filled with cool water: Lightly spray your English Bulldog's face and body if you notice your Bulldog panting or breathing heavily. A must for long walks and road trips.
• Toys: Never give your English Bulldog a rawhide toy! Bulldogs can tear the rawhide off and choke on it. Most puppies will love a simple knotted sock to shake and play tug-of-war with you. Many English Bulldog puppies love chasing a ball. Whatever toy you choose just be sure that it is too big to get lodged in your puppy's throat. And if you get toys with eyes or buttons on them be sure to tear them off as your Bulldog puppy can choke on these.
• Feeding/Diet: Your aim in feeding an English bulldog puppy should be to aid in muscle, bone and joint growth as much as possible without causing your Bulldog puppy to become obese. It is best to feed a 2-4 month old puppy 2 or 3 times a day. Be careful not to overfeed. Until you are familiar with your Bulldog puppies eating habits avoid making your Bulldog's food accessible all the time. If you notice your Bulldog puppy is putting on too much weight, you may want to restrict his/her food consumption. Obesity can be a serious health threat to your bully.
• You can begin feeding your English Bulldog adult food at about 15 to 18 months. 
• If your kibble is hard you may want to soften it with warm water. We suggest choosing a quality dog food such as 4 Health, Royal Canine, Natures Choice, or Wellness. But we stress that any of these dog food brands can change their ingredients and ways of processing for the better or worse at any time. So educate yourself on the different brands and check the labels periodically for any changes. Basically the less "junk" in it the better. Avoid food with lots of preservatives and fillers. And never feed an English Bulldog anything with soybeans or soybean oils as these are very difficult for English Bulldogs to digest.
• Adding yogurt and/or cottage cheese contributes to bone growth and digestive system health of your English Bulldog and most Bulldogs love the taste. (1 teaspoon-1 tablespoon per feeding). Maybe 2 when your Bulldog is an adult. Corn oil or canola oil (1-2 teaspoons a day) are great for the coat and skin.(No soybean oil!) Hard boiled eggs(1/2 to 1 per day) are great too.
• We suggest supplementing your English Bulldog's diet with vitamin C (Ester C) for good immune system support and joint development and strength. You can get this with 120% or higher Vitamin C all natural orange juice (not from concentrate) or real oranges (2-3 times per week). Or (Ester C) Vit C tablets. Vit C in this natural form is more readily absorbed by the body. Add it to your  Bulldog's food masked with yogurt or serve it separately based on your Mini Bulldog's preference.
• Fresh water should always be available! 

English Bulldogs are very smart but can also be a little stubborn. So as with any dog, training your Bulldog will require time, patience and consistency. The key to good training is an understanding of how a dog thinks. Below is a bit of 'dog psychology' which applies to any canine. All dogs, including bulldogs, are thought to be descendants of the wolf. Yes, the resemblance to your English Bulldog is nil but remember this important fact: like all dogs, your Bulldog is a pack animal. At first this description may sound a little savage and unpalatable but this pack instinct is precisely why dogs wedge themselves so perfectly into our families. They want to belong and love to please. When a dog joins a family, even a family of one, a pack is formed. At this point his instincts compel him to seek out the structure of the pack- 'Who is the leader?' 'Who is the follower?' Have you ever known a person whose dog is very rude, disrespectful and even a little aggressive? Does he (the dog) 'sass' his owner? (bark back) Does he dart just out of reach when he is reached for? Does he steal food or run away from his owner? Does he bark uncontrollably at guests? These behaviors may indicate that the dog is confused as to his position in the pack. He may have difficulty recognizing his owner as the leader of the pack therefore the dog could attempt to assume the role himself. It is very important to training that you assert yourself as the leader early on. Of course, English Bulldogs, just like people, have their own individual personalities. One may just be more willing to accept your correction than another. It's not always easy to correct an animal as charming as a  Bulldog but it can be confusing for your puppy and make training difficult for you if they don't know who's boss. So with that in mind...please read on to potty training.

When potty training your Bulldog puppy, you must first learn to watch for the signs (sniffing, circling etc). Take your Bulldog puppy out (preferably to the same area every time) right when he/she wakes in the morning, 5 minutes or so after each meal, just before bedtime or about every 2 hour otherwise. Watch your puppy until he/she goes, then remove them from the area as soon as it is finished; that way your Bulldog learns quickly the reason for these trips. Give your Bulldog puppy lots of praise when he/she gets it right. Praise for correct action works much better than punishment for mistakes. Don't scold your Bulldog puppy unless you catch it in the act. There will be accidents but remember, your Bulldog puppy is a baby and doesn't have the mental capacity or muscle control of an adult English Bulldog yet, so be patient! 

It's important to start lead training your new English Bulldog baby early. But if you just got your Bulldog, you should wait a week or so till he/she is comfortable and relaxed with you and his new environment. Start with a lightweight nylon or leather collar and lead. Make sure the collar is large enough to slip easily over your English Mini Bulldog puppy's head with some room for growth. 

Proper grooming is a relatively low maintenance affair. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE YOUR BULLDOG TO THE PROFESSIONAL GROOMER. You can do a much better job grooming your Bulldog at home and it will be safer for your Bulldog. The main areas of concern are the coat, the nails, the ears and of course those cute, trademark wrinkles. We will start with brushing.

Brushing: Brushing is key to a healthy, shiny coat. Most Bulldogs love being brushed so it shouldn't be a problem. Brush at least 3 times a week with any good dog brush that fits your hand comfortably. Start at the back and move forward. Then brush from front to back. Your aim in brushing is to remove dead hair and to evenly distribute natural body oils. This will keep your English Bulldog's skin healthy and his/her coat shiny and smooth.

Bathing: An English Bulldog who is regularly brushed will not need frequent bathing. Most Bulldog owners only bathe their bullies when they obviously need it. But when it is time for a bath you will need to gather up everything you will need including: shampoo, Q tips, cotton balls, wash cloth and towel. Choosing a shampoo for your Bulldog is much like choosing one for yourself. There is no 'best' or 'worst'. You just have to try several different brands till you find one that agrees with your Bulldog's skin and coat.

Begin by placing a cotton ball in each of your Bulldog's ears. Then thoroughly wet your Bulldog from just behind the ears to his tail being sure to get the underside also. Apply the shampoo and work it in thoroughly everywhere including between the toes, under the tail and the genital area. Use a washcloth with shampoo to clean his face and wrinkles. Use a cotton ball or Q tip to clean the inside of your Mini English Bulldog's ears but don't go too far in. Now rinse thoroughly so that every bit of shampoo is off your Bulldog. You can now remove the cotton balls from your Bulldog's ears. You can towel dry, use a hair dryer or simply let him/her drip dry. Put a little Vaseline on your Mini English Bulldog's nose to keep it moist and soft.

Nails: A puppy nails usually need trimmed 2 times a week when they are pups. Once a week for adult English Bulldogs. If the nails get too long it can cause his toes to spread out unnaturally and make the foot deformed. Use a dremmel tool or dog nail clippers. Cut or grind just to the curve of the nail.

Wrinkles: Wrinkle care is very important for an English Bulldog. A lot of dirt and moisture can collect under your Bulldog's wrinkles and can lead to an infection if not properly cleaned and maintained. Bulldogs vary in how often they need wrinkle cleaning but a good rule is at least twice a week. Use a wet cloth with shampoo to clean them then dry thoroughly. After cleaning and drying put some corn starch or baby powder in your English Bulldog's wrinkles to keep them dry. Baby wipes with aloe and lanolin are great for on-the-go wrinkle cleaning!