Q. I have never heard of a miniature; what is a Miniature Bulldog?

A. A breed of bulldog developed in the United States in the 1980s by experienced English Bulldog Breeders wanting a small bulldog for apartments with better health and life span and behavior.

Q. Are they good with kids and other animals?

A. Miniature Bulldogs are good with everything and are a cooperative part of your family. One Miniature rocked in the rocking chair with an 18 month old toddler while watching TV, both sucking on their pacifiers together.

Q. Are Miniatures good for singles and young couples?

A. They are excellent because they train so well and fit in all social settings and situations like a well behaved eight year old child that doesn't talk back. They love to snuggle and go everywhere and do everything with you. You can do your own thing and yet you are never alone.

Q Are Miniatures protective of masters and families?

A. Yes, but they are not vicious or aggressive ( or at least mine are not ).

A STORY IN THE N Y TIMES AFTER 9/11 

A bulldog owner stayed home from the World Trade Center complex that terrible day on 9/11 for a little quality time and personal business. 

After that days events, when the owner took him out for a walk, the dog barked, pulled on his leash and would not let his master step off the curb at Canal Street which was towards the fallen Towers.  

Q. How did they come up with the Miniature Bulldog?

A. Longtime breeders in the 80's came up with a breeding formula that worked...pretty simply though, you breed healthy smaller bulldogs with other healthy smaller bulldogs so it continued...smaller, healthier bulldogs..

Q. Are they registered?

A. AKC states a bulldog is a bulldog, is a bulldog...they do not care whether it is big or small... they are English Bulldogs ... and yes mine are AKC registered.

Q. How are they raised?

A. All of our English Bulldogs are raised within a  loving family style environment. As of November 1,2009 we have a new home in Kansas which is 3425 SF...most of it being theirs( I have a small studio apt) ...plus they have a huge INDOOR play area for cold  and hot days that is central heated and air conditioned. They have 3/4 acre fenced area, then we go on runs on our 3 acre property.

Q. Where are you located?

A. In Independence, Ks and in the Houston, Tx area.( La Porte )

 Independnece is just 80 miles North of Tulsa, Ok. One hour and 10 minutes from the airport in Tulsa.

Q. Do you ship puppies? how do we get our puppy?

A. I DO NOT SHIP ANY PUPPY...it is unfair, inhuman and unsafe. 

I fly with the babies in the seat next to me on airlines that are pet friendly.  

I can meet you at a major airport of your choice where, we exchange all paperwork and final payment.

 Or you or you may pick up your baby at my Kansas location. 80 miles North of Tulsa, Ok ( Major Airport  at Tulsa)

Q. Are the puppies tranquilized for travel?

A. No, NEVER !!!!!

Q. Do they get along well with cats?

A. Yes, they play and sleep with cats. At first one of the two should be left in the kennel carrier while they sit around and make friends. This is so the cat doesn't provoke the chase until the cat has accepted the Miniature as its trusted friend. Otherwise when the cat provokes the chase, the cat may get scared and may not accept the new family member for months.

Q. Should we get a pair?

A. Pairs of Bulldog Babies are an absolute hoot! "Womb Mates" at the same time are best even if it requires borrowing extra money for a while.  People turn off the TV to watch BABIES at play. They do everything together and help take care of each other. If a pair is wanted, the only real reason not to get a pair is the cost of raising them.

Q. Do they train easily and housebreak quickly?

Bulldogs want to please you so badly and are so smart that all types of training, including complete housebreaking, is very fast! They will do anything you ask of them and stay right with you wherever you go, including work.

Q. How do they do in a workplace setting ?

A. Bulldogs are ideal work partners because they are content to sit or lay quietly beside you at work for hours not bothering anybody. Miniatures are frequently on the job with their human parents.

Q. What are the colors and sizes?

A. All of the bulldog colors are available at one time or another.

Fawn with white and cow patches is the most popular and in smaller supply. 

Brindle and white is next with a larger supply. 

Solid colors are more rare and less popular. 

TRUE MINIATURE SIZE: ( by our standards )

The size range is 14 to 18 inches high by 17 to 28 inches long. The weight range at one year is  40-50 pounds. At 8 weeks the range is 9-12  pounds. (Full size weight: 45 to 60 lb.)

Q. What is the average size in comparison to the full size? Is there a big difference?

A. The Miniatures are about 3/4 the size of the full size; that is, the smallest Miniature is about half the size of the smallest full size and the largest about half the size of the largest full size, while the largest Miniature is about the same size as the smallest full size. CONFUSED ? OK then...40-55 lbs.

Q. Do the Miniatures look exactly like the full size? (I love the full size look)

A. Exactly is a word that applies to manufactured goods but can leave the wrong impression with animals. 

It is best to compare the pictures on the site and draw your own conclusions. 

English AKC Bulldogs range in looks from a show champion on TV to a boxer looking dog with a five inch tail in litters for sale.

Miniatures range in looks from the pictured Super Athletic to the Classic Standard and Traditional pictured on the site. There is an intent in our breeding program to avoid breeding for "show" looks to avoid health risks.

Q. What are the differences between the categories?

A. There are two main classifications divided into several categories. The differences are looks and performance as described on the site. 

But all of the Miniatures are very athletic compared to the full-size. 

The Classics emulate the Bulldog of today while the athletics look more like the Bulldog of the early 1900s before all the inbreeding was started to change the looks.

Q. Do they slobber?

A.No. But, like us, sometimes they drool while sleeping... like I do.

Q. Do they pass gas?

A. Just like us YES...but if there is excessive gas it could mean  a digestion/gastric problem, a teaspoon of yogart a day fixes excess gas with most bulldogs that are fed the proper diet and are free of gastric disease.

Q. Are there differences in Male and Female in looks, size, shape and personality?

A. Yes, as in humans... Differences can be traced to gender; differences are actually more a matter of the gene pool. Gender appearance and identity with the "boys" or the "girls" are the only real reasons for discriminating between genders. Some males tend to be a bit larger however.

Q. Do male bulldogs hike their leg on furniture in the house?

A. Not unless you allow them to...it is a matter of training and other dogs/animals in your home.

Q. How can we pick one?

A. The selection process is by website and email pictures, you are however invited to visit our kennel anytime, just call for an appointment. Pictures of groups are sent and then individual pictures of favored individual pups are sent to you as you request them.

Q. How do you pay for a puppy?

A. Payment is started by a deposit . Personal checks are accepted for deposits, we also have an attorney set up as an escrow agent if you are more comfortable with this, as there are unscrupulous people out there ...no doubt ...that is why we offer this service. When the puppy is in your arms...whether I deliver it to your arms or you pick up your puppy at my location or a near airport  to go home with you then a cashier's check is required for the balance.

Q. What is the life expectancy of a Miniature.

A. We have documented many dogs living to be  ten PLUS years and up. Early losses are more from tragic accidents.

Q. What is your guarantee?

A. We have a 1 year health guarantee plan with requirements. We have had no reported sudden losses,  or genetic deaths in 9 years.

But the procedure for a loss under the guarantee plan is:

 A required immediate autopsy by a state licensed veterinarian,  

Your personal vet opinions are not acceptable. 

We will replace the puppy if the puppy would die in it's first year due to genetic death during that time. This decision is based on the state vet autopsy.

Breeding Questions

Q. How many in a litter?

A. Litters are one up in size and 2-3-4, 5 to six ... the best litter size to have for the mother is quads.

Large litters at times require supplemental feeding to maintain the mother and puppies health during their first 6 weeks of life.

Q. Do they have c-section births or natural births?

A. C-section is the only way that is safe... part of why they are more expensive than a typical dog.

Q. Do they breed natural?

A. They require artificial insemination due to the tendency for the female to lay down when trying to be mounted by the male..I only do surgical Artificial inseminations, then I am sure of when the babies are due. More of my cost.

Q. Are the average price ranges more or less than a full size?

A. The prices are about the same, depending on where you price the full size. In some parts of the country they are more expensive and in other parts they are less while in others they are the same. If price is an issue, it is recommend that a full size be avoided because of risk of vet bills.

Q. I have heard that the full size is prone to heat exhaustion and stroke. Are the Miniatures more tolerant of the heat?

A. Yes, they are able to handle temperatures like we are. Treat them the same. If you are hot and ready to go in, so are they. If you are cold in wind and blizzard and need a coat and need to get back in, so do they. In severe cold they need a jacket too!

Q. Is there a big difference between the full size and the Miniature?

A. There is a difference of purpose of the two similar breeds. So there is a huge differences in personality, obedience, behavior and health. There has not been an athletic full-size since the early 20th century. The value of the full-size is based on the looks of AKC show. If you know what the full size is and like the independent loving stubborn ol' slobber mouth and like to show off their totally smashed deep wrinkled face and are prepared mentally and financially for the health risks, then the full-size is for you. If a full size bulldog passes and a low cost replacement is wanted a Basset Hound is reported to have a similar entertaining personality by a bulldog expert.

Miniature value is based on personality, health, behavior, performance and looks. So, if you want a well-behaved obedient take everywhere family companion with looks, it's a Miniature.

Q. What about the money?

A. If money is an issue, the full-size should be avoided because vet costs can exceed the purchase price several times in a short period of time.; it is not the cost, but the upkeep. And if money is an issue; it is worth planning ahead for a Miniature - like planning for a new baby.

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