Brett Seats
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I have wanted an English Bulldog my entire life. I came across a year and half old male, for sale on craigslist, for $250. When I called and asked the owner why he was selling, and why so cheap, he stated that he was military, rescued the dog from another military guy, and couldn't keep him, with all of the traveling duties his job entailed. He was priced so low, because he doesn't have papers. My wife and I went to Fort Jackson military base, here in Columbia, SC, to check out Romeo. He is the sweetest dog I've ever been around, easy to walk on the lead, and was great with my wife's little dachschund. After plenty of discussion, and play with Romeo (the dog ;-) ), we decided to get him.
Now I didn't go into this, thinking that Romeo was going to be just like any normal dog. Like I said, I've wanted one my entire life, so I've researched the care and expenses, for English Bulldogs. Only problem is, I've never been around someone that owns one. So, basically what I'm saying, is that I have general knowldge of what I need to do with Romeo, but would LOVE to have long time owner's input, to get me up and going. I can read a book, and webpages, all day long, but hearing what an actual owner uses with/for their dog, is what I would trust more.
What kind of food do you recommend? Treats, toys, shampoo? What kind of solution to use in his ears? He doesn't let me near his tail pocket, no matter what I do. Got any remedies that work with your dog, when he won't let you touch his butt? HATES a bath, how can I make him fight less when in the bath? I've noticed his collar has rubbed the hair off his neck, would you recommend a harness, or anything else? What to use in his eyes? How often? How often to put vaseline on his nose and face flaps?
He humps... ALOT. Is neutering going to stop this completely, a little, or not at all?
Any input is welcomed! Thanks for your time!
Now I didn't go into this, thinking that Romeo was going to be just like any normal dog. Like I said, I've wanted one my entire life, so I've researched the care and expenses, for English Bulldogs. Only problem is, I've never been around someone that owns one. So, basically what I'm saying, is that I have general knowldge of what I need to do with Romeo, but would LOVE to have long time owner's input, to get me up and going. I can read a book, and webpages, all day long, but hearing what an actual owner uses with/for their dog, is what I would trust more.
What kind of food do you recommend? Treats, toys, shampoo? What kind of solution to use in his ears? He doesn't let me near his tail pocket, no matter what I do. Got any remedies that work with your dog, when he won't let you touch his butt? HATES a bath, how can I make him fight less when in the bath? I've noticed his collar has rubbed the hair off his neck, would you recommend a harness, or anything else? What to use in his eyes? How often? How often to put vaseline on his nose and face flaps?
He humps... ALOT. Is neutering going to stop this completely, a little, or not at all?
Any input is welcomed! Thanks for your time!