Buying a puppy is a commitment for life, so please make sure you went through the following steps one by one (and in that order) before buying your first bulldog puppy:

1. Choosing the right breed (is a bulldog the right breed for you or else see which other dog breeds may fit your family and living conditions based on a number of criteria)

2. Choosing a reputable breeder

Sometimes, prospective dog owners DO have a clear idea about the breed they want, and even do a good job in selecting a reputable breeder, but fail to take the necessary time and effort to select that puppy that would best fit their temperament and living conditions. (see the article on Selecting a puppy ).

To help you in your decision we are going to give you as much information as possible to make it easier for you to :

1. decide whether a Bulldog is really the right breed for you;

2. understand why it is important to take the necessary time to choose a reputable breeder. We provide a breeder checklist you can use to 'test' the breeders you have already selected.