Non-Sporting · medium
Bulldog
Chill, snuggly couch companion — famously stubborn but lovingly loyal.
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Weight
18-23 kg
40-50 lbs
Height
36-38 cm
14-15"
Lifespan
8-10y
Traits at a glance
Energy2/5
Trainability3/5
Grooming needs2/5
Barking1/5
Good with kids5/5
Apartment ok5/5
Cost calculator
Estimated monthly
$419 AUD/mo
≈ $5,028 AUD/year · First year with setup ≈ $5,928 AUD
food$110
vet$80
grooming$70
supplies$35
training$40
insurance$80
registration$4
Upfront — buying the pup
$4,000–$7,000 AUD one-off
Typical pet-quality range from registered Australian breeders. Adopting instead? Rescues charge ≈ $350–$800 adoption fee.
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Training guides for a Bulldog
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Ready to meet a Bulldog?
Search animal shelters and rescues across Australia — and consider bringing a certified trainer to your first meet-and-greet.