English Bulldog Health Guide
English Bulldog is the ninth most popular dog in America with one of the most devoted owner communities. Lifespan: 8-10 years. Temperament: friendly, calm, courageous, dignified.
English Bulldogs have the shortest lifespan of popular breeds. Nearly all require some form of airway surgery to breathe comfortably. Heat is their greatest daily risk.
BOAS corrective surgery costs $2,000-$5,000 and dramatically improves quality of life and lifespan.
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Common English Bulldog Health Issues
- brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS)
- hip dysplasia
- skin fold dermatitis
- cherry eye
- joint disease
- heat intolerance
- dental overcrowding
English Bulldog Symptom Guides
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English Bulldog Diarrhea
medium urgency
English Bulldog Fever
medium urgency
English Bulldog Lethargy
medium urgency
English Bulldog Limping
medium urgency
English Bulldog Not Eating (Anorexia)
medium urgency
English Bulldog Vomiting
medium urgency
English Bulldog Ear Infection
low urgency
English Bulldog Eye Discharge
low urgency
English Bulldog Skin Itching and Scratching
low urgency
English Bulldog Breathing Difficulty
emergency urgency
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