10 One-of-a-Kind Bulldog Mixes

Don’t be fooled by that grumpy-looking scowl — Bulldogs and their mixes are friendly, gentle, loyal, and loving dogs. Wonderful family dogs, Bulldogs tend to get along with everyone, including respectful kids of all ages. They don’t need a ton of exercise, and grooming is mostly straightforward other than some drool patrol and keeping the folds of their skin clean and dry. The easygoing nature of the Bulldog is one of the reasons Bulldog mixes tend to be so popular.

Bulldog mixes can inherit many of the same characteristics as their purebred counterparts. But genetics are complicated — so there is no way to know what they’ll look like. American and English Bulldog mixes could be short or tall or have a muscular build, like their parent breed. Depending on the other breed, Bulldog mixes might need more exercise, but they tend to be healthier than purebred Bulldogs because many mixes have less pronounced brachycephalic features. 

You’ll find plenty of Bulldog mixes available for adoption in animal shelters and through rescue groups. While shelters and rescues try their best, they usually can’t pinpoint a dog’s exact breed. Still, these 10 adorable mixes prove that a little mystery can make a pup even more special.

Cortez / Animal House Shelter/

Bulldog + Pit Bull mix

A Bulldog mixed with a Pit Bull is sometimes called a Bullypit. This mix tends to be medium to large, with a strong, muscular build and short, smooth coat. With proper socialization, training, and enough daily exercise, the Bullypit should shine as a friendly, loyal, loving companion. 

Jasmine / Pets & Pals Animal Shelter/

Bulldog + Labrador mix

A Bulldog and Labrador Retriever mix is usually called a Bullador. This mix can be medium to large, with a sturdy, muscular body and a short single or double coat. The Bullador is likely to be easier to train than a purebred Bulldog, but they will need more exercise. They are outgoing, affectionate, and loyal pets.

Cookie Crumble / Frosted Faces Foundation/

Bulldog + Beagle mix

Bulldog and Beagle mixes often go by the name Beabull. They are generally medium-sized but some can be larger, up to 60 pounds or so depending on genetics, with a short +coat that can be smooth or dense. They are active and playful, with a friendly and outgoing personality.

Ham / Animal Rescue of Fresno/

Bulldog + Boxer mix

A Bulldog mixed with a Boxer, or Bullboxer for short, is usually a medium to large dog. They’re likely to be a bit taller than a purebred Bulldog, depending on which breed they take after more. This energetic breed needs plenty of socialization, training, and exercise to be a well-adjusted companion. But you can expect them to have a flat face inherited from both parent breeds.

Beans / Homeward Bound Animal Rescue of WI/

Bulldog + Shih Tzu mix

A Bulldog and Shih Tzu mix, or Bull Shih, is an interesting-looking fellow. These small to medium dogs often have wiry coats and flat faces (complete with a grumpy-looking scowl), but these pups are sweet as can be. Friendly and social, the Bull Shih needs only moderate exercise. 

Bulldog + Poodle mix

The Boodle, as the Bulldog and Poodle mix is called, is a designer dog intended to create a Bulldog with the Poodle’s non-shedding coat. This mix doesn’t always inherit the Poodle’s hypoallergenic coat. It might have the short coat of a Bulldog, a long coat that can be wavy, or a curly coat. This mix is medium to large, and tends to be intelligent, active, and friendly.

Orchid / Forgotten Dogs Rescue/

Bulldog + Boston Terrier mix

This mix of two breeds with similar facial construction, coat, and body structure usually ends up medium or large-sized with a short, smooth coat. Called a Boston Bulldog or English Boston Bulldog, this mix sometimes looks like a very large Boston Terrier or a slightly less extreme Bulldog. A Boston Bulldog needs moderate exercise and tends to get along well with most everyone.

Mackey / Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary/

Bulldog + German Shepherd mix

A Bulldog and German Shepherd mix pairs two very different breeds, which leads to a lot of variety. Depending on which breed the dog takes after more, the Bulldog Shepherd, as the mix is called, might be more athletic, energetic, and intense like a German Shepherd, or stocky and mellow like a Bulldog. Their coat is usually short, and single- or double-coated. These dogs are likely to be loyal and protective.

Leo / I Stand With My Pack/

Bulldog + Husky mix

Often called a Bullsky, the Bulldog and Siberian Husky mix combines two very different breeds. Bullskys may have a longer muzzle than a Bulldog and a more athletic body. They might have a short, smooth coat or a thick, double coat like a Husky. These loving, loyal dogs usually need more exercise than Bulldogs.

Brux / Mother Nature Care Rescue/

Bulldog + Golden Retriever mix

A Bulldog and Golden Retriever mix, usually called a Golden Bulldog, is medium to large in size. This mix might have a short coat like a Bulldog or a long double coat like a Golden Retriever. They are likely easier to train than Bulldogs thanks to the Golden’s eager-to-please nature. These friendly, social dogs need plenty of daily exercise.

How to adopt a Bulldog mix

If you want to bring home a Bulldog mix, consider adoption rather than buying a puppy from a breeder. Many different Bulldog mixes of all ages are waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters and rescue groups.

 The easiest way to adopt a Bulldog mix is through a rescue that specializes in Bulldogs or bully breeds, but there are many Bulldog mixes available through general rescue groups and in animal shelters, too. A great place to start is by creating a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Bulldog mixes and Bulldogs in your area.

Commonly asked questions

Are Bulldog mixes good dogs?

Regardless of which breeds are combined, all Bulldog mixes are individuals. Mixed-breed dogs have fewer consistent physical and temperamental characteristics compared to purebred dogs, but you can usually make some guesses about how a Bulldog mix will look and act based on the two breeds involved. 

How long do Bulldog mixes live?

How long a Bulldog mix will live partly depends on the other breed in the mix. In general, smaller dogs have longer average lifespans, and larger dogs have shorter lifespans. Bulldogs live an average of eight to 10 years.  

How big do Bulldog mixes get?

Bulldog mixes are usually medium or large depending on the other breeds in the mix. Bulldogs are short, but have large bodies. Purebred Bulldogs are usually 14 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh about 40 to 50 pounds on average.

Are Bulldog mixes easy to train?

Bulldogs are not known for being easy to train, but Bulldog mixes might be easy to train if one of the other breeds in the mix is intelligent and eager to please. If the other breed is a sporting breed or herding breed, a Bulldog mix might inherit their trainability. If the other breed is a terrier, hound, or other breed known to be stubborn or independent, training might be more challenging.

Are Bulldog mixes hypoallergenic?

No, Bulldog mixes, like any other dog, are not hypoallergenic. Rarely, a Bulldog mixed with a Poodle or other non-shedding breed might inherit the same type of coat and may be more tolerable for people with allergies.

Are Bulldog mixes brachycephalic?

Bulldogs are brachycephalic — they have a pushed-in face with a snub nose and an undershot jaw. This unique facial construction gives the Bulldog their trademark look, but it can cause some breathing issues. Bulldogs often snore, snuffle, and snort, and can easily overheat in hot and humid weather. Bulldog mixes, on the other hand, are less likely to suffer from extreme brachycephaly, unless they are mixed with another brachycephalic breed. Still, it’s something to be mindful of when caring for a Bulldog mix. 

Are Bulldog mixes healthy?

Purebred Bulldogs have a lot of health issues due to their physical build and genetics, but Bulldog mixes are often healthier. The chances of good health are higher if the Bulldog is mixed with more than one breed, which brings more genetic diversity. Additionally, if the Bulldog mix is not brachycephalic (flat-faced), they might be healthier. 

References

Bulldog Breed Information