Can English Bulldogs swim?

Answer by  keepsmiling (648)

In fact most english bulldogs cannot swim, but it isn't impossible. They have stubby legs and high body density to it's hard to make the appropriate movements.

Answer by  smac972 (179)

While some can, due to their short legs, English Bulldogs are best left out of the water. While there are buoyance devices available for them, they're better left on land.

Answer by  srainne (2597)

While the usual answer is "no", there are a few bulldogs that can swim in a pool quite easily. The standard suggestion is to keep your bulldog away from water.

Answer by  Myself70 (128)

They can swim, it is a matter of whether chose to or not. They may not like it but they can.

Answer by  vhoyet (8)

No! English Bull dog are to ript, heavy, and they have to small legs to swim. English Bulldogs weigh 45-55 lbs on average. They are heavily built dogs who just can't keep themselves afloat. When they are near water, they need to wear life vests for. but some English Bulldogs like to swim.

Answer by  snappies (579)

Because of their large body size versus small legs, it's too hard for a English Bull Dog to swim and support his weight.`

Answer by  geethapriya (239)

All dog categories have basic features by birth. Swimming is one of the features like that. So English bulldogs also swim.