Bulldog or greyhound

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

You got lucky bro. Most havr it much worse than that. Also, my mutt is about 13 and he can still go running with me, has only had two eat infections, and hasn't ever lost his fur! I think he will get into his mid teens. Isn't dying at 8-10 years old kinda messed up?

Mutts win!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

You got lucky bro. Most havr it much worse than that. Also, my mutt is about 13 and he can still go running with me, has only had two eat infections, and hasn't ever lost his fur! I think he will get into his mid teens. Isn't dying at 8-10 years old kinda messed up?

Mutts win!

Don’t buy an overly mushed faced bulldog and you will probably be fine if you use common sense (ie the dog can’t be out in 90 degree weather).

I have had four bulldogs and really no serious issues other than a grass allergy.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

You got lucky bro. Most havr it much worse than that. Also, my mutt is about 13 and he can still go running with me, has only had two eat infections, and hasn't ever lost his fur! I think he will get into his mid teens. Isn't dying at 8-10 years old kinda messed up?

Mutts win!

Don’t buy an overly mushed faced bulldog and you will probably be fine if you use common sense (ie the dog can’t be out in 90 degree weather).

I have had four bulldogs and really no serious issues other than a grass allergy.

You bought four dogs who had to be conceived with AI and delivered by Csection. And at what age did they had to be put down for their crippling arthritis? 9? How is that fair to the animal?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

You got lucky bro. Most havr it much worse than that. Also, my mutt is about 13 and he can still go running with me, has only had two eat infections, and hasn't ever lost his fur! I think he will get into his mid teens. Isn't dying at 8-10 years old kinda messed up?

Mutts win!

Don’t buy an overly mushed faced bulldog and you will probably be fine if you use common sense (ie the dog can’t be out in 90 degree weather).

I have had four bulldogs and really no serious issues other than a grass allergy.

You bought four dogs who had to be conceived with AI and delivered by Csection. And at what age did they had to be put down for their crippling arthritis? 9? How is that fair to the animal?

3 of 4 have been rescues/rehomes. They were rehomed due to changes in their owner’s life.

2 are still alive and doing very well health wise. One passed away around 8/9, the other lived until she was 12.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

You got lucky bro. Most havr it much worse than that. Also, my mutt is about 13 and he can still go running with me, has only had two eat infections, and hasn't ever lost his fur! I think he will get into his mid teens. Isn't dying at 8-10 years old kinda messed up?

Mutts win!

Don’t buy an overly mushed faced bulldog and you will probably be fine if you use common sense (ie the dog can’t be out in 90 degree weather).

I have had four bulldogs and really no serious issues other than a grass allergy.

You bought four dogs who had to be conceived with AI and delivered by Csection. And at what age did they had to be put down for their crippling arthritis? 9? How is that fair to the animal?

Um not every bulldog has to have a c-section. The litter ours came from was a normal birth and her mom has 7 puppies.

[Anonymous]

Bulldogs from reputable breeders don’t have more health problems than other breeds. But you have to make sure it’s a reputable breeder. Bulldogs are great dogs and have the best personality of all dog breeds. They are very friendly, great family dogs. Very gentle and docile, but they can defend themselves if necessary. Note though that while you say you are very active, bulldogs CANNOT go on long walks. One mile is about the max. And in the DC August days the max is zero. On the plus side, bulldogs need about zero exercise and will often refuse to go for walks. They are super lazy. So they are not a dog that you will feel guilty for not walking much.

Greyhounds are also super lazy, which is probably why thy are the other dog you’re considering. Note that greyhounds are on the opposite side of the spectrum build wise— they have tiny brittle bones while bulldogs are rock solid. But hey also have tons of stamina. Greyhounds also tend to get cancer I believe.

[Anonymous]

Greyhound! I love them. I’ve never had one but we see a few at the dog park and they are all so chill and affectionate. Big contrast to my crazy nut.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs from reputable breeders don’t have more health problems than other breeds. But you have to make sure it’s a reputable breeder. Bulldogs are great dogs and have the best personality of all dog breeds. They are very friendly, great family dogs. Very gentle and docile, but they can defend themselves if necessary. Note though that while you say you are very active, bulldogs CANNOT go on long walks. One mile is about the max. And in the DC August days the max is zero. On the plus side, bulldogs need about zero exercise and will often refuse to go for walks. They are super lazy. So they are not a dog that you will feel guilty for not walking much.

Greyhounds are also super lazy, which is probably why thy are the other dog you’re considering. Note that greyhounds are on the opposite side of the spectrum build wise— they have tiny brittle bones while bulldogs are rock solid. But hey also have tons of stamina. Greyhounds also tend to get cancer I believe.

Bulldogs get cancer too. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/animalia/wp/2016/08/02/why-breeding-bulldogs-is-borderline-inhumane/

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

You got lucky bro. Most havr it much worse than that. Also, my mutt is about 13 and he can still go running with me, has only had two eat infections, and hasn't ever lost his fur! I think he will get into his mid teens. Isn't dying at 8-10 years old kinda messed up?

Mutts win!

Don’t buy an overly mushed faced bulldog and you will probably be fine if you use common sense (ie the dog can’t be out in 90 degree weather).

I have had four bulldogs and really no serious issues other than a grass allergy.

You bought four dogs who had to be conceived with AI and delivered by Csection. And at what age did they had to be put down for their crippling arthritis? 9? How is that fair to the animal?

Um not every bulldog has to have a c-section. The litter ours came from was a normal birth and her mom has 7 puppies.

90% are delivered by Csection. That's really messed up ethically.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs from reputable breeders don’t have more health problems than other breeds. But you have to make sure it’s a reputable breeder. Bulldogs are great dogs and have the best personality of all dog breeds. They are very friendly, great family dogs. Very gentle and docile, but they can defend themselves if necessary. Note though that while you say you are very active, bulldogs CANNOT go on long walks. One mile is about the max. And in the DC August days the max is zero. On the plus side, bulldogs need about zero exercise and will often refuse to go for walks. They are super lazy. So they are not a dog that you will feel guilty for not walking much.

Greyhounds are also super lazy, which is probably why thy are the other dog you’re considering. Note that greyhounds are on the opposite side of the spectrum build wise— they have tiny brittle bones while bulldogs are rock solid. But hey also have tons of stamina. Greyhounds also tend to get cancer I believe.

Bulldogs get cancer too. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/animalia/wp/2016/08/02/why-breeding-bulldogs-is-borderline-inhumane/

Missed where that article shows that cancer is any more common among bulldogs?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

You got lucky bro. Most havr it much worse than that. Also, my mutt is about 13 and he can still go running with me, has only had two eat infections, and hasn't ever lost his fur! I think he will get into his mid teens. Isn't dying at 8-10 years old kinda messed up?

Mutts win!

Don’t buy an overly mushed faced bulldog and you will probably be fine if you use common sense (ie the dog can’t be out in 90 degree weather).

I have had four bulldogs and really no serious issues other than a grass allergy.

You bought four dogs who had to be conceived with AI and delivered by Csection. And at what age did they had to be put down for their crippling arthritis? 9? How is that fair to the animal?

Um not every bulldog has to have a c-section. The litter ours came from was a normal birth and her mom has 7 puppies.

90% are delivered by Csection. That's really messed up ethically.

How so? Is it any more messed up than allowing humans to reproduce by artificial insemination or Cesarian section? Not seeing your logic here.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs from reputable breeders don’t have more health problems than other breeds. But you have to make sure it’s a reputable breeder. Bulldogs are great dogs and have the best personality of all dog breeds. They are very friendly, great family dogs. Very gentle and docile, but they can defend themselves if necessary. Note though that while you say you are very active, bulldogs CANNOT go on long walks. One mile is about the max. And in the DC August days the max is zero. On the plus side, bulldogs need about zero exercise and will often refuse to go for walks. They are super lazy. So they are not a dog that you will feel guilty for not walking much.

Greyhounds are also super lazy, which is probably why thy are the other dog you’re considering. Note that greyhounds are on the opposite side of the spectrum build wise— they have tiny brittle bones while bulldogs are rock solid. But hey also have tons of stamina. Greyhounds also tend to get cancer I believe.

Bulldogs get cancer too. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/animalia/wp/2016/08/02/why-breeding-bulldogs-is-borderline-inhumane/

Missed where that article shows that cancer is any more common among bulldogs?

Google Mast Cell Tumor and Perianal Adenoma

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bulldogs have a ton of health issues.

Not necessarily. We have an English bulldog who just turned 10 in September. They say 8-10 is the average life span for English bulldogs so she's on the older end but I'd say she probably has another solid 1-2 years in her. She's had ear issues since she was a puppy- very prone to ear infections so she's been on ear drops for years. Other then that, she gets the typical seasonal alopecia and loses some fur on her sides in the spring/summer but that's been it.

You got lucky bro. Most havr it much worse than that. Also, my mutt is about 13 and he can still go running with me, has only had two eat infections, and hasn't ever lost his fur! I think he will get into his mid teens. Isn't dying at 8-10 years old kinda messed up?

Mutts win!

Don’t buy an overly mushed faced bulldog and you will probably be fine if you use common sense (ie the dog can’t be out in 90 degree weather).

I have had four bulldogs and really no serious issues other than a grass allergy.

You bought four dogs who had to be conceived with AI and delivered by Csection. And at what age did they had to be put down for their crippling arthritis? 9? How is that fair to the animal?

Um not every bulldog has to have a c-section. The litter ours came from was a normal birth and her mom has 7 puppies.

90% are delivered by Csection. That's really messed up ethically.

How so? Is it any more messed up than allowing humans to reproduce by artificial insemination or Cesarian section? Not seeing your logic here.

I knew you would use that stupid argument. It's always the first defense.

And it's a very stupid argument bc we obviously euthanize animals which most people consider unethical (andis moslty illegal in humans). We breed animals to kill and eat. We sterilize them without their consent. Clearly there are other issues at play.

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https://mobile.nytimes.com/2011/11/27/magazine/can-the-bulldog-be-saved.html?referer=https://www.google.com/