Bulldog vs English Bulldog

Non-Sporting · Medium vs Non-Sporting · Medium

Side-by-side traits

TraitBulldogEnglish Bulldog
Group
Non-SportingNon-Sporting
Size
MediumMedium
Origin
EnglandEngland
Height (male)
14–15"14–15"
Height (female)
14–15"14–15"
Weight (male)
50 lbs50 lbs
Weight (female)
40 lbs40 lbs
Lifespan
Average expected lifespan.
8–10 years8–10 years
Energy level
Daily activity needs.
Low (2/5)Low (2/5)
Trainability
How quickly the breed learns commands.
Low (2/5)Low (2/5)
Intelligence
Problem-solving ability.
Moderate (3/5)Moderate (3/5)
Exercise needs
Daily physical activity required.
Low (2/5)Low (2/5)
Shedding
Lower = less hair around your home.
Moderate (3/5)Moderate (3/5)
Grooming effort
Brushing, bathing, professional grooming.
Low (2/5)Low (2/5)
Drooling
Lower = drier face and furniture.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Barking
How vocal the breed is.
Very Low (1/5)Very Low (1/5)
Good with kids
Very High (5/5)Very High (5/5)
Good with other dogs
Moderate (3/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with strangers
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Protectiveness
Watchdog tendencies.
Moderate (3/5)Moderate (3/5)
Adaptability
Apartment / new environment tolerance.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Coat length
shortshort
Hypoallergenic
Lower-shedding, less dander.
NoNo
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About the Bulldog

The Bulldog is a calm, courageous, friendly companion — the iconic loose-skinned English mascot breed. Originally from England, this medium non-sporting breed typically weighs 50 lbs and lives 8–10 years. Breeders describe them as calm, courageous, friendly.

About the English Bulldog

The English Bulldog is a calm, courageous, friendly English breed — wrinkly-faced, jowly mascot of universities and the Marines. Originally from England, this medium non-sporting breed typically weighs 50 lbs and lives 8–10 years. Breeders describe them as calm, courageous, friendly.

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Bulldog health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Brachycephalic syndrome
  • Hip dysplasia
  • Skin fold dermatitis
  • Heart issues

English Bulldog health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Brachycephalic syndrome
  • Hip dysplasia
  • Skin fold dermatitis