Bulldog Chihuahua Mix

The Bulldog Chihuahua mix is a crossbreed between the Chihuahua and the Bulldog, both of which are excellent companions and family dogs.

So, what do you get when you mix one of the smallest dog breeds with a medium-sized English or American Bulldog or the small French Bulldog?

This mixed breed inherits some of the finest qualities from both parents to create an extremely loyal, loving, charming, and friendly pooch that is good for most families. This small-to-medium-sized dog is courageous and people-oriented making it an excellent family companion. It is also known to be extremely sensitive to their surroundings.

In this article, we shall be answering every question you might have in mind about the Bulldog Chihuahua cross. We have included all the things you need to know including their disposition, appearance, how to care for them, cost, and even a sneak peek into the mix’s parents.

By the end of this review, you will have decided whether this cross between a Chihuahua and a Bulldog is a good addition to your family. So, continue reading to learn more.

What is a Chihuahua and Bulldog mix called?

Designer dog creators, or breeders, have a creative way of coming up with a name for a mixed breed that will leave you charmed. In most cases, they will take both names of the parent and combine them to generate a unique name that identifies that specific crossbreed.

Generally, a bulldog Chihuahua mix is known as a Bullhuahua. But since the type of Bulldog used to cross may be different, breeders will add a name that differentiates them.

An English Bulldog mixed with a Chihuahua, for instance, is called an English Bullhuahua while an American Bulldog crossed with a Chihuahua is known as an American Bullhuahua. A French Bullhuahua is a crossbreed between a French Bulldog and a Chihuahua and is sometimes called the Mexican Frenchie, Frencheenie, or Chibull.

American, English, and French Bullhuahuas are designer dogs which mean the American Kennel Club (AKC) does not recognize them as a breed of dog. However, the mixed breed can be registered with the ACHC, and DRA, among other registries.

Why mix with Chihuahua?

Breeders will choose to mix other dog breeds with a Chihuahua because of its amazing traits. Overall, these dogs are playful, smart, loyal, and active throughout their lives. The Chihuahua is cute and has a good nature that makes it a great companion. This dog has a big personality hidden within the small body and is vocal and brave which makes it an outstanding guard dog.

People also admire the alluring appearance plus the comical nature that will keep you amused. Oh, and did we mention that Chihuahuas are affordable and low maintenance? This dog breed will also be good with kids and other animals if socialized well and early.

Bulldog Chihuahua mix Puppies

Chihuahua Bulldog mix puppies are adorable and very playful with high energy levels that will make them always jump up and down. These pups are loyal and affectionate and will enjoy following you up and down around the house. During this stage when they are most active, they should receive ample exercise, but not too much or on hard surfaces until they develop.

It will be hard to predict what your Bulldog Chihuahua mix puppies will look like until they are fully grown. They can favor one parent most or have a unique appearance of both parents. It is all about genetics here. However, these puppies can be incredibly stubborn and strong-willed like both parents. Therefore, training them at this young stage is recommended.

Check out the cute pictures below of the Bulldog Chihuahua mix puppies:

Bulldog Chihuahua mix Full Grown

When fully grown, American Bullhuahuas tend to be bigger than their cousins standing 18 to 25 inches tall at the shoulders with a weight of 40 to 60 lbs. The English Bullhuahua is 9 to 12 inches high and weighs 20 to 30 lbs., while the French Bullhuahua stands 6 to 12 inches tall at the withers with a weight of between 10 and 30 lbs.

Typically, a full-grown Bulldog Chihuahua mix will be a small-to-medium-sized pooch. In terms of appearance, most Bullhuahuas will have the Chihuahua parent’s face and head. Their physique will most likely be that of the Bulldog parent or a blend of both. With a mixed breed, you never know.

History of the Breed

Although not much is known about the history of the Bulldog Chihuahua mix, both parents are popular dog breeds. No one knows when this mixed breed was first bred or where. Most mixed breeds, however, are a result of unintentional breeding. What we are sure is that breeders started breeding two purebreds to create designer dogs in the last 20 to 30 years. It is probable that this practice originated somewhere in North America.

Normally, dog designers are thought to have developed mixed breeds to minimize the health risks found in purebreds. This makes most hybrids healthier that their parents. Besides, breeders needed a dog that mixes some of the best traits from both parents to create a better family dog. Thanks to their success, crossbreeds have grown in popularity, and they continue to invent new mixes, like this between a Chihuahua and a Bulldog.

To learn more about the Bulldog Chihuahua mix, let us take a brief look at their parents.

Parents

The Bulldog – The Bulldog originated in England in the 1800s. These dogs were bred with a strong physique plus a fierce and courageous temperament, a personality that made them fit for sports like bullbaiting and dogfighting. People would bet and watch Bulldogs hunting bulls until the sport was banned for animal cruelty. After the ban, this dog breed almost became extinct but thanks to its fans, it was developed into the calmer, non-aggressive, and loving dog we know and love today. While the breed retains the courage it had in the arena, it is less aggressive, more social, and loyal. Bulldogs also get along with kids making their incredible family dogs.

The American Kennel Club recognized the Bulldog as a dog breed in 1886. From this bulldog lineage, we have three varieties, including the English bulldog and the French bulldog that are accepted by the AKC as a dog breed, and the American bulldog. The latter, however, is yet to be documented as a dog breed by this kennel club (AKC). In terms of dog IQ, they are not the smartest. However, the American and French bulldogs are smarter than the English bulldog and their ancestors as well.

On average, all Bulldogs live between 8 and 13 years, but they are prone to many health issues that can reduce this life expectancy. Common health problems include hip dysplasia, cherry eye, obesity, overheating, thyroid problems, skin problems, and more. This article gives more info on how to care for your bulldog.

The Chihuahua – First recorded in the mid-19^th century, the Chihuahua ranks as the smallest recognized dog breed. These dogs are thought to have been developed from a small, mute dog called the Techichi that was kept in the 9^th century AD by the Mexican Toltec people. The Chihuahua was created solely for companionship and still holds this crown high. The American Kennel Club recognized Chihuahuas as a breed in 1904. Chihuahuas are great dogs and come in two varieties, including the short-haired and long-haired.

Although the Chihuahua is known for being fiercely loyal, lively, swift, courageous, and alert, these small pooches tend to be aggressive. With good training, however, they can make great guard dogs that offer protection without being aggressive. When it comes to dog IQ, Chihuahuas are smart and quick learners. However, they are fairly intelligent with a strong-willed nature making them hard to train obedience and work. Thanks to their eagerness to please and love for treats, training them can be rather easy.

Small dog breeds live long compared to Bulldogs above and the Chihuahua is not an exemption. These dogs have a lifespan of 12 to 20 years and stand 5.9 to 9.1 inches tall at the shoulders with a weight of 4 to 6 lbs., with colors such as black, white, fawn, chocolate, cream, and gold. The Chihuahua is susceptible to common health issues like luxating patella, hypoglycemia, spinal injuries, obesity, hydrocephalus, bladder & kidney stones, tracheal collapse, and teeth problems, among others.

Appearance

It is tricky to tell what your Bulldog Chihuahua mix will look like until it is fully grown. It is likely for these pups to look like either parents or be a unique combination of both. Even with puppies from the same litter, you expect a lot of differences in appearance.

So, what does the Bulldog Chihuahua mix look like? Does it have the wrinkly face of the Bulldog? How big does the Chihuahua Bulldog mix get?

English Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The English Bullhuahua will be a small to medium-sized pooch that is smaller than the Bulldog parent but bigger than the Chihuahua. On average, this mixed breed stands 9 to 12 inches in height at the shoulders with a weight of approx. 20 to 30 lbs. When it comes to the build, however, this cross mostly takes after the English Bulldog parent. So, it will be stocky.

When it comes to the coat type, an English Bulldog Chihuahua mix can either have long hair or a short, straight coat. It depends on the Chihuahua parent used to create the mix. Either way, the English Bullhuahua coat is not always hypoallergenic, especially the long variety and it will be very dense.

Possible coat colors for the English Bulldog Chihuahua mix include blue, fawn, black, white, red, and brindle.

American Bulldog Chihuahua mix

Like its cousin above, the American Chihuahua is small to medium-sized dog that tends to be bigger than a Chihuahua but smaller than the American Bulldog. The mix will stand 18 to 25 inches tall at the withers and weigh between 40 and 60 lbs. When it comes to the physique, this mix will have a muscular body that is lean and slender.

The type of coat the American Bulldog Chihuahua mix will inherit depends on the kind of coat the Chihuahua parent has. The mixed-breed will either have a short, straight coat or a long coat that is dense. The short coat variety may be hypoallergenic, but it is not certain.

The American Bulldog Chihuahua mix will come in coat colors such as brown, wheaten, fawn, tan, white, and black.

French Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The French Bullhuahua tends to be on the small side of the size spectrum, so it will be smaller than the English Bullhuahua and the American Bullhuahua. That being said, this pooch will stand anywhere between 6 and 12 inches tall at the withers and weigh between 10 and 30 lbs. Predicting the size might be tricky but expect this mixed breed to be smaller or larger than average.

Most French Bulldog Chihuahua mixes usually have short coats that are considered to be a great choice for people with dog fur allergies as they are hypoallergenic. It is possible to have French Bullhuahuas with long coats, but they will not be hypoallergenic.

The French Bullhuahuas main colors include golden, brown, white, brown, black, brindle, merle, cream, and tan. This mixed breed’s coats can sometimes have a solid color or a mix of colors.

Temperament and Characteristics

Just like the appearance, you can’t say for sure what kind of personality of your Bulldog Chihuahua mix will have. Bulldogs come in three varieties, each with distinct temperaments. The English Bulldog, for instance, is more laid-back while the French bulldog and American Bulldogs are active. The Chihuahua parent is outgoing and very active with high energy levels.

So, what kind of personality will the Bulldog Chihuahua mix have?

English Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The English Bullhuahua is sweet and loving like the Bulldog parent and tends to be courageous like the Chihuahua parent. Since both parents are bred for companionship, this mixed breed will be people-oriented making it a perfect family dog. Expect this mix to be loyal and protective, especially with kids, which makes it an outstanding guard dog.

This crossbreed’s loving nature makes it very attached to its family members. While this is a good thing, it can cause separation anxiety. So, the English Bulldog Chihuahua mix will not do good if left alone even for short periods. This can lead to the development of bad behaviors that may make this mix yappy or want to chew anything they find.

The English Bullhuahua needs early socialization and training as this helps control the tendency to chew and bite that may be inherited from the bulldog parent. In addition, it will prevent the unruly and aggressive nature of the Chihuahua parent and the stubborn streak of both parents.

American Bulldog Chihuahua mix

For the most part, the American Bulldog Chihuahua mix will be extremely friendly and social, and very affectionate to its family members. This mix will be comfy around the people it is used to but maybe a little standoffish to strangers. Expect loyalty from this cross as well as an eagerness to please which makes it an excellent family pooch.

The American Bulldog Chihuahua mix is very smart but also has a stubborn streak that needs to be taken care of gently. These pooches do not like being left alone for long as they can develop separation anxiety leading to the development of nasty behaviors like yapping and chewing.

This mixed breed is naturally sweet but would benefit a lot from early training and socialization to get along with other pets and strangers. It will also erode the bossy and unruly nature of the Chihuahua parent.

French Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The French Bullhuahua is known for its spunky nature despite its small size with high energy levels but enjoys cuddling on the couch. The mix is intelligent, protective of its family, and alert which makes it a good watchdog. This cross will notify you when someone knocks on the door, or a stranger approaches the house. It is very comfortable on your lap.

This mixed breed can be a little strong-willed, but thanks to its loyalty, it will be a great dog with early socialization and training. The French Bulldog Chihuahua mix is really affectionate to its family members and will not like to be left alone for long periods. If it gets boring, you know the drill.

It is worth mentioning that from puppyhood, a French Bullhuahua tends to love one person more in the family, especially the one who reciprocates their need for attention. However, they will still be friendlies with everyone in the family, even kids.

Ease of Training

Is the Bulldog Chihuahua mix easy to train?

English Bulldog Chihuahua mix

Both the English Bulldog and the Chihuahua have a strong-willed nature that might complicate training. As such, it is possible that your English Bullhuahua will inherit this stubborn streak so training this mixed breed from the puppyhood stage is recommended.

Training the English Bulldog Chihuahua mix has proven to be more effective when owners use positive reinforcement. Therefore, do not be harsh even when your mix is strong-willed. Thanks to their affection towards their family, you can use this to build a strong bond and it will come in handy during training.

As part of its training, the English Bullhuahua should be taken for walks to the dog park and in public from when it is a puppy. This socialization will teach them how to get along with people and other pooches as well. Also, train this mixed breed against nipping and yapping.

American Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The American Bullhuahua is very intelligent than its English Bullhuahua cousin which means it can learn new tricks fast and easily. But training this mix is not easy either. Why say so, you may ask? Because of the inherent stubbornness of the bulldog parent mostly. As such, this crossbreed is best trained by individuals with training experience and not first-time dog owners.

Like with all dogs, this mixed breed responds best to positive reinforcement and requires a lot of patience and consistency. As a rule of the thumb, it is good to make the training sessions short and fun, so they do not get bored and become unresponsive.

Early socialization is required for the American Bullhuahua so they can get along with other pets at home and dogs too.

French Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The French Bulldog Chihuahua mix is smart, loyal, and eager to please its owner and family, and this particularly makes teaching them new tricks easy. But the Frenchie parent is not the easiest to housetrain and when you combine that with the stubbornness of a Chihuahua, it’s hectic. So, this mix requires early training to curb any undesirable behaviors.

Thanks to their people-oriented nature and devotion, the French Bulldog Chihuahua mix can be quite easy to train. It is best to use treats and verbal praises for this mix if you want positive results. Keep the sessions short and thrilling to prevent boredom that would activate the stubborn streak.

While this mixed breed is good with people, it can be overprotective over its family which can lead to aggression. Therefore, early socialization is good so the French Bullhuahua knows how to behave around people and other dogs.

Exercise Requirements

The exercise needs of any dog will depend on the activity levels it has. With the Chihuahua Bulldog mix, however, the type of muzzle they inherit determines how much exercise they get. This is especially because bulldogs are susceptible to breathing problems that limit their exercise needs. Bulldogs are also prone to overheating.

So, how much time should a Bulldog Chihuahua mix exercise? What activities are best for each?

English Bulldog Chihuahua mix

While the English Bullhuahua is not very active, it is not lazy either, which means it still needs ample exercise to burn off extra energy and prevent obesity. That being said, this mixed breed needs approx. 30 minutes of exercise per day. Short walks of maybe 10 to 15 minutes each will do the trick because these dogs may have breathing difficulties and overheating problems.

American Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The American Bullhuahua has high energy levels like both parents. Being active, the mix will require 30 to 45 minutes of daily exercise to stay fit and happy. The cross also needs games that keep their intellect busy. So, include a game of fetch or tug-of-war, for instance, in your dog’s daily exercise routine.

French Bulldog Chihuahua mix

French Bullhuahuas are active but do not need a lot of exercise since their wrinkled face and flat nose, if they take after the Frenchie parent more, affect their breathing. So, 20 to 30 minutes of exercise every day is enough for this mixed breed to burn off extra energy and keep fit. The mix is also intelligent and should be kept busy with games that keep them mentally stimulated.

Nutritional Requirements

The Bulldog Chihuahua mix’s dietary needs are determined by factors like age, energy levels, and weight, among others. In addition, any health issues they may have will dictate the type of diet they must eat to keep fit.

English Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The English Bullhuahua is a medium-sized pooch that should eat dog food that is formulated for pooches of this size with healthy ingredients. These dogs tend to overeat so, you must be careful how much food you pour into their bowls and also avoid free-feeding. This will prevent your dog from being overweight. Make sure you split the recommended meals per day into small portions.

American Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The English Bullhuahua is a medium-sized dog that should eat dog food that is formulated for pooches with moderate levels of energy. This mixed breed tends to overeat so, watch out for how much food you pour into their bowls and also avoid free-feeding. Ensure you split these meals per day into small portions. This will prevent your dog from being overweight.

French Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The ideal dog food for the French Bullhuahua is the one formulated for small dogs with medium-to-high energy levels. Like its cousins above, this mix is prone to weight gain pretty fast so it should not be let to feed freely. Make sure you also limit the number of treats you give them and divide the number of cups into small meals throughout the day.

If you are not sure how much food your Bulldog Chihuahua mix should eat per day, it is good that you consult your vet. They know your dog’s needs best and will help come up with the best feeding schedule.

Health Issues

Both the Chihuahua and the Bulldog have their fair share of health issues and their offspring can be susceptible to any. It is not obvious that the crossbreed will inherit all of these diseases from their parents. However, it is good to be aware of what your mixed breed may suffer from.

So, is the Bulldog Chihuahua mix healthier than its parents?

English Bulldog Chihuahua mix

English Bullhuahuas are prone to common health issues such as hip & elbow dysplasia, shoulder luxation, hydrocephalus, distichiasis, cherry eye/ectropion, stenotic nares, urethral prolapse, patellar luxation, elongated soft palate, hypoglycemia, pulmonic stenosis, vaginal hyperplasia, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS).

American Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The American Bullhuahua is susceptible to common health problems like patellar luxation, underbite, skin allergies, and dental disease, among others.

French Bulldog Chihuahua mix

Some health conditions that affect the French Bullhuahua include intervertebral disc disease, degeneration, breathing problems, hip dysplasia, and pulmonic stenosis, among others.

Life Expectancy

Like most small dog breeds, the Chihuahua has a longer lifespan than the Bulldog, with a lifespan of between 12 and 15 years, compared to Bulldogs that live between 8 and 13 years.

English Bulldog Chihuahua mix

With good care, proper exercise, and feeding the appropriate diet, an English Bullhuahua has a life expectancy of between 11 and 14 years.

American Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The American Bullhuahua, on the other hand, has a life expectancy of 10 to 13 years.

French Bulldog Chihuahua mix

French Bullhuahuas tend to live longer than their cousins above with a lifespan of between 10 and 15 years.

Grooming

Whether your Bulldog Chihuahua mix will be easy to groom depends on the type of coat they inherit from their parents. The Bulldog has a single short coat that sheds averagely making them easy to maintain. The Chihuahua, on the other hand, has dense coats that shed moderately, especially if it is short.

So, is the Bulldog Chihuahua cross easy to groom?

English Bulldog Chihuahua mix

Mostly, the English Bullhuahua sports a short coat that sheds moderately and does not have demanding grooming needs. Daily brushing is necessary to help curb the shedding and get rid of dead hairs. You also need to buy a good vacuum cleaner. These dogs should not be bathed unless they are very dirty.

Should the English Bullhuahua inherit the bulldog’s wrinkled face, clean the skin folds well regularly to prevent dirt build-up as it could lead to infections.

The English Bulldog Chihuahua mix’s ears should be cleaned often while checking for any signs of infections. Since these pooches are prone to teeth problems, make sure that you brush their teeth daily and clip their nails every 4 to 6 weeks, at least.

American Bulldog Chihuahua mix

The short coats of the American Bullhuahua do not need a lot of care. The mix, however, sheds adequately which means it should be brushed once or twice every week to decrease shedding. Also, invest in a decent vacuum cleaner. You should not bathe this mixed breed regularly unless under circumstances when it is really necessary.

This mixed breed will rarely have a wrinkled face but, clean the skin folds regularly in case they do. Keep an eye on their ears and clean them often to prevent infections as well as their teeth by brushing them daily or at least 3 times a week. Trim their nails every 4 to 6 weeks.

French Bulldog Chihuahua mix

Most French Bullhuahuas have a short coat that sheds fairly and is easy to groom with a weekly brushing. Do not bathe this mixed breed unless necessary to avoid stripping the natural oils off their hair and skin which could lead to skin dryness.

The French Bulldog Chihuahua mix will have the wrinkled face of the Frenchie parent that needs to be cleaned regularly to avoid dirt build-up that could lead to infections. Check their ears for debris and pests every day and clean them. Trim the nails once or twice per month and brush their teeth daily.

How much is a Bullhuahua?

If you are looking for a Chihuahua Bulldog mix for sale, the cost will depend on the reputation of the breeder, their location, and their parents’ pedigree.

You can get an English Bulldog Chihuahua mix puppy for about $500 to $1,000, while an American Bulldog Chihuahua mix puppy will be priced between $500 and $700. A French Bulldog Chihuahua mix puppy will cost you anywhere between $500 and $900.

It is always recommended that you ask the breeder to provide all the information on the mixed breed parents and see where the breeder works. This will give you a picture of what kind of pup you are taking home.

Where to Adopt

Adopting a Chihuahua Bulldog mix is always better and cheaper than shopping, especially when you do not know where to find a responsible breeder. As such, consult workers from your local shelter whether this mixed breed is available. If you are not lucky, you can check with the rescue organizations of the Bulldog or Chihuahua parents.

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