Welcome to our guide to the English Bull Springer.
The English Bull Springer is a mix of two different breeds, the Bulldog and the English Springer Spaniel.
The DogExperts.info website aims to ask questions to breeders, vets and experienced owners to get the answers to your most frequently asked questions about the English Bull Springer breed of dog.
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If you can answer any of the questions below, then please add your comments to the box at the bottom of the page or you can email us at sales@dogexperts.info.
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Are you looking to buy a English Bull Springer – then see our list of English Bull Springer breeders.
Why Choose a English Bull Springer?
What type of owners buy a English Bull Springer?
What in your opinion are the best things about the English Bull Springer breed?
Why do you think the English Bull Springer is special?
What are your favourite things about the English Bull Springer?
Are you glad you choose to buy a English Bull Springer and not another breed?
How would you describe the English Bull Springer temperament?
What advice might you give to people thinking about whether they should buy a English Bull Springer over other breeds?
History & Origins
What are the history and origins of the English Bull Springer?
About The Breed
What colors of English Bull Springer are most popular?
What does the English Bull Springer look like?
What are the pros/cons of the English Bull Springer breed?
What can a new owner expect in terms of differences between the English Bull Springer and other breeds?
Do they attract a lot of interest and curiosity from the public?
What type of typical personality does the English Bull Springer have?
Is it possible to describe a fairly typical English Bull Springer?
What is the breed standard/description for the English Bull Springer?
Were there particular colors people preferred and that maybe you focused on?
Are there any downsides to owning a English Bull Springer that prospective owners should be aware of?
Is the English Bull Springer breed of dog suitable for first-time dog owners?
Some breeds can be described as greedy and prone to weight issues, would this apply to the English Bull Springer?
What are the key differences when compared to other breeds?
Is the English Bull Springer breed suitable for a person or family that are out at work all day?
Some owners seek a breed suitable for barking and offering a guard dog role – how does the English Bull Springer match up to that role?
Are there myths about the English Bull Springer – in other words do new potential owners come to you with misconceptions about this breed?
We asked a number of breeders in the UK and America what essential advice they would give to new owners of English Bull Springer puppies and this is what they said:
What types of questions do you get once owners get their English Bull Springer home?
Can you tell us something most owners would not know – tips, secrets etc from your years of experience?
What is the typical temperament of a English Bull Springer, so people know what to expect from their new pet?
When fully grown how much on average does a English Bull Springer weigh?
When the English Bull Springer is full grown in size what is the maximum height and length expected to be?
Is the English Bull Springer ever crossed or mixed with other breeds of dog?
Does the English Bull Springer smell or drool a lot?
Do you have a English Bull Springer growth chart?
What breed group does the English Bull Springer come under?
What type of coat do they have?
Can they swim?
What does the movement of the tail show, does it mean they are trying to ‘talk to us’ or give us some message?
Suitability
Are there some types of people that you can suggest the English Bull Springer is not suitable for, perhaps families?
How is the English Bull Springer with children?
Do you think the English Bull Springer is suitable for families with young children?
How does the English Bull Springer get along with other (existing) pets and do you have any tips or advice for new English Bull Springer owners in terms of successful integration?
Is it better to buy one English Bull Springer or two?
Should prospective new owners be aware of any differences between males and females?
Would the English Bull Springer be suitable as a guard dog?
Can I leave my English Bull Springer during the day while I go to work?
Lifespan
What is the expected average lifespan of the English Bull Springer?
In terms of life expectancy, how long on average would the English Bull Springer breed live to?
Food & Diet
Do you have any special feeding routines or diet?
Do you have any feeding advice or brands that you prefer?
How to handle the English Bull Springer puppy to start off – how much food, what type, how often?
What feeding routines and types of food/supplements do you recommend?
What to buy in terms of equipment? Bowls etc
Do owners need to consider supplements for their English Bull Springer?
How about for older dogs?
Buying – How Much Do They Cost?
How much did your English Bull Springer cost to buy?
Can you offer advice to people looking to buy a English Bull Springer and how much should they spend?
What advice would you offer new English Bull Springer owners?
What types of people are buying the English Bull Springer and why?
Where can I buy English Bull Springer rescue dogs or find a English Bull Springer for adoption? Please note that buying or searching for a ‘cheap’ English Bull Springer can be false economy as they may have health issues that cost you far more in the long-term – always buy from a good and responsible breeder!
Do I need public liability insurance or a license?
Puppy
How would you describe the English Bull Springer puppy to potential new owners?
What types of owners are best suited to owning a English Bull Springer?
What colors and sizes are most popular?
Are there things new owners do that perhaps frustrate you?
What can people expect when they become a new owner?
What inspired you to become a breeder and did you start with the English Bull Springer?
As a English Bull Springer breed expert, are there any ‘essential’ tips you would like to share with new owners?
Are there specific times of the year that you breed?
Choosing a puppy from a litter, what advice could you offer potential new owners in terms of selecting ‘the one’?
How long does it take to housetrain/potty train a English Bull Springer?
When can you take them out in public and how do you handle them around other dogs?
Will they run off – when is it safe to let them off the lead?
We invite you to email us your English Bull Springer’s pictures, in particular we are looking for photos showing English Bull Springer puppies at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 weeks old as well as early pictures such as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 months old to a year old.
Do they have any nicknames or does the English Bull Springer have popular names?
If my English Bull Springer is pregnant what might the litter size be?
Could the English Bull Springer be dangerous around young children?
Problem Behaviors
How do you deal with a problem barker – any tips and advice to new owners?
How do you prevent a English Bull Springer biting?
How do you prevent a English Bull Springer chewing?
How do you stop a English Bull Springer jumping up?
Does the English Bull Springer have an issue with excessive digging?
Why does my English Bull Springer keep growling and barking?
Is there a reason my English Bull Springer dog is often scratching excessively?
Do they suffer from separation anxiety and how can I prevent this?
Exercise
In comparison perhaps to other breeds what can you say about the English Bull Springer and their exercise needs and do you have any tips or advice for new English Bull Springer owners?
As a breeder of the English Bull Springer , do you prefer a collar or harness?
As an expert of the English Bull Springer breed do you prefer a standard leash or retractable?
Can you offer any dog walking tips for English Bull Springer owners?
Playtime & Tricks
What games and toys can you recommend for the English Bull Springer?
Are there toys you suggest avoiding?
How intelligent is the English Bull Springer compared to other dog breeds?
How much can they understand?
Grooming
Do you have any special grooming routines or tips and advice for new English Bull Springer owners?
How much time is involved?
What accessories are required to be purchased for grooming a English Bull Springer?
Any advice/tips you can give concerning maintenance of nails?
How much do English Bull Springer shed and how do I maintain their hair and how often?
How can I prevent or cure ear infections?
Do you have any tips for eye care?
Is the English Bull Springer a hypoallergenic breed?
Bathing
Any advice/tips you can give concerning cleaning and bathing your English Bull Springer?
Can you offer new English Bull Springer owners advice concerning fleas and maybe products you use in treatment and prevention?
Showing
What advice and tips could you offer to owners who might wish to follow your path in showing the English Bull Springer?
What started your interest in showing the English Bull Springer?
If a new owner perhaps wanted to meet other owners or find out more – perhaps they have an interest in joining a local club or maybe they wonder how they can start showing their English Bull Springer – where would they begin?
Can you offer any advice to others who may be wondering if they can also start showing?
How would an owner know they have a show-quality English Bull Springer and how would they start off?
Can you give away any of your secrets?!
Is showing very expensive and why do you think people like to do it?
What do judges look for in a winner?
Breeding
What inspired you to become a breeder and did you start with the English Bull Springer?
What official organisations are there for the new English Bull Springer owner and what benefits or services do they provide?
In buying a English Bull Springer, can you offer advice and tips to new owners?
How did you go from being an owner to getting into breeding?
Do you think the breed’s popularity has increased, decreased or remained the same?
How did you progress to becoming a breeder and why focus on breeding the English Bull Springer out of all the breeds you could have chosen?
What do you think makes the English Bull Springer special to you?
Are there things that you see owners doing that frustrate you?
As a breed expert, are there any ‘essential’ tips you would like to share with new owners?
Training
In comparison perhaps to other breeds what is it like to train a English Bull Springer and do you have any tips or advice for new English Bull Springer owners?
How should new owners approach bringing a new English Bull Springer home, any advice and tips you can give?
Should I allow my English Bull Springer to sleep in my bed or elsewhere in the house?
Do you recommend crate training and how long does this take?
Should my English Bull Springer sleep in a kennel or crate?
Health
Health is always a major concern when buying a dog, do you have any advice for new English Bull Springer owners to be aware of in particular?
Are there any health-related tips you can give to owners?
What sort of health issues should owners be on the lookout for?
What is the recommended schedule for vaccinations for your English Bull Springer?
Can you offer any advice on how to treat and prevent worms?
What type of health issues can a English Bull Springer have and how do you deal with preventing these?
Why does my English Bull Springer have diarrhea?
Do they suffer from itchy and sensitive skin and if so why?
Why is my English Bull Springer vomiting and do I go to the vets?
When should I take my English Bull Springer for vaccinations and which ones do they need and how often?
How often will my English Bull Springer be in heat?
Should I consider getting my English Bull Springer spayed or neutered and when and how much does this cost and what are the benefits?
My English Bull Springer is limping, what should I do and should I go to a veterinarian surgeon?
Do they suffer from allergies?
Why is my English Bull Springer not eating?
How much does it cost to insure my English Bull Springer?
What healthcare issues or diseases might be excluded from companies that provide English Bull Springer dog health insurance?
Old Age
What age would you class as an ‘older or senior’ English Bull Springer?
Do you notice any changes in their behaviour?
What changes in food and diet would you suggest making for an older English Bull Springer?
Do you feed any supplements to an older English Bull Springer – or anything else which helps them as they age?
Are there any health issues particular to a senior English Bull Springer dog?
Do you have any advice for owners of an older/senior English Bull Springer or tips you can pass on?
Here is an interesting video on the English Bull Springer.
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