How to Prepare Your Home for a Bulldog Puppy: A Complete Guide
Taking home an English Bulldog puppy is super duper exciting! but it also comes with a few responsibilities... Bulldogs are affectionate, loyal, and a little bit stubborn, so prepping your home the right way ensures a smoother transition for both you and your new pup. Here's everything you need to know to puppy-proof and prepare your space for a happy, healthy bulldog life.
Andy Z
4/24/20252 min read
1.First things first! ALWAYS CREATE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT & Dedicated Space!
Try to Designate a quiet and peaceful area where your puppy can relax and feel secure. A great example is a crate or playpen to create boundaries and provide a sense of safety. This will also help with potty training and prevent destructive chewing while you're not watching!
2. Puppy-Proofing Your Home!
Just like toddlers, puppies explore the world with their mouths... Get down to their level and look for things they might chew, eat, or get tangled in:
Cover exposed electrical cords
Move houseplants out of reach (many are toxic!)
Secure trash cans with lids
Block off stairs with baby gates
Remove small or sharp objects from floors
3. Stock Up on the necessary Essentials Have these items ready before bringing your puppy home:
a large Crate (sized for a bulldog)
Length: 30 to 36 inches
Width: 19 to 24 inches
Height: 21 to 27 inchesStainless steel bowls for food and water
High-quality puppy food (ask your breeder what they've been feeding)
Us at Carolina English Bulldogs recommend Bil-Jac for puppies since it FATTENS THEM UP and makes them look adorable! it's what we give the mommas before they give birth so they have super healthy milk!
Leash, collar, and ID tag
Soft bedding
Chew toys and enrichment puzzles
Puppy pads and enzyme cleaner for accidents
4. Plan for Potty Training Pick a potty spot in your yard and use the same door every time. Bulldogs thrive on routine. Praise and treat your puppy after successful potty breaks, and be patient—accidents are normal!
5. Schedule Your First Vet Visit Book a check-up within the first 72 hours of bringing your puppy home. Bring any health records from the breeder and discuss vaccinations, deworming, and microchipping.
6. Start Socializing Early Expose your puppy to new sights, sounds, people, and other animals as soon as it’s safe. Socialization during the first few months can shape your bulldog’s temperament for life.
7. Make It Comfortable (But Not Too Hot!) Bulldogs can overheat easily. Keep their space cool, especially in the summer. Avoid long walks during hot weather and always provide fresh water.
Final Tip: At Carolina English Bulldogs, we start our puppies off with love and structure so they’re ready to thrive in your home. With the right preparation, your bulldog puppy will quickly become a beloved member of the family.
Looking for more tips? Check out our other blogs or contact us for personalized advice!