Monday, June 1, 2009

Why buy an English Bulldog?

We get this question from time to time, "What makes an English Bulldog better then X". While there's no proof that an English Bulldog is the best breed of dog we tend to believe it is :). Our bias aside here's some strong points about why English Bulldogs are the tops:

  1. Bulldogs are considered a "silent breed". Simply put they don't bark much, which is good for you and good for your neighbors.
  2. Bulldogs love order and cleanliness. Now if only I could teach my kids to be the same way.
  3. English Bulldogs love spending time with family indoors. Nothing is better then snuggling up with your puppy on cold winter days.
  4. Bulldogs are independent, funny, obedient, protective and affectionate. All pluses for a family pet. They have also been known to have a so-called "sixth sense" when it comes to protecting children.
  5. They are even tempered and get along great with other pets especially other bulldogs.

As you can see English Bulldogs make pretty good pets for families or individuals, they strive on order & cleanliness and aren't afraid to love you back. And who are we kidding who can refuse this face?

Sunday, May 10, 2009

New English Bulldog Puppy Liter



Simply Elegant Holly Madison and Simply Elegant Brutus Brigman liter consisting of 5 girls and 1 boy. Brutus is sired by a Champion and Holly's grandsire is Champion Phenix Geniune Draft. Holly's 5 generation pedigree consists of almost all Champions.

To inquire about the new puppies email admin@simplyelegantfarms.com or check on our website http://www.simplyelegantfarms.com for when they become available.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Meet the Parents


Because puppies are a combination of genes inherited from both of their parents, they will reflect the qualities and temperament of their sire and dam. When visiting a litter of pups, spend time with the dam and observe her behavior with her puppies, the breeder and strangers. The sire should also be observed if on premises. There are a lot of scams on the Internet, and when buying a dog please do not go off a picture alone on dam and sire. Have the breeder show you a copy of pedigree showing ownership. Anyone can take a picture of a dog and say this is sire and this is the dam. Please be careful.

Sunday, May 3, 2009

Buyer Beware

One of the major pitfalls buyers run into when buying that new puppy from a breeder is having to put down a non-refundable deposit for their puppy. Never ever do this! The only time you should have to put down a deposit is if your asking the breeder to hold a ready to sell puppy for you.

Be aware that it is illegal for importers to sell imported puppies that are less than 5 months old (4 months outside of California).

Never buy a puppy site unseen as this is just asking for trouble. No two dogs are a like and you need to know what you are getting before putting down your hard earned money.

Ask the breeder what type of warranty they provide and get it in writing.

Be wary of puppy importers, they can usually be seen as always having puppies available and requiring deposits before delivery of the puppy. Importers buy their dogs from overseas resellers who buy up liters of dogs from other breeders sometimes sight unseen.

Research


Don't fall for clean facilities and professional looking websites do some research by typing the breeders name into Google, or another search engine to see what others have to say about them. Pay with a credit card where available so you have the added protection of disputing the charge should the deal go sour.

For more information check out http://www.thewrongpuppy.org.