The bulldog breed had a rough start. They were used to compete in a bloody sport called bullbaiting, but the passing of the Cruelty to Animals Act in 1835 put an end to that. Now, they live in the lap of luxury, napping to their heart’s content. They’re gentle and love kids and a slow pace of life. Oh, and the English bulldog puppy has to be one of the cutest of all puppies. Take a look for yourself, and then SHARE this with your dog-loving friends!

This little pup may be looking a little fed up, but we want to be the ones to cheer him or her up.

This is an essential picnic basket item, of course. Despite what’s still quite a ferocious appearance from their fighting days, these dogs have an incredibly sweet and loving disposition.

"The more the merrier" is definitely the case here. While they are friendly and playful, bulldogs can be a bit stubborn and protective of their families, but that's just because bulldogs adore people.

The owner here is probably simultaneously wagging a treat to get this amazing shot! The low-slung body shape and head structure of bulldogs make them prone to health problems, especially respiratory and joint difficulties. They can quickly become overweight if they don't get enough exercise.

How cute is this youngin' in his school colors?! Bulldogs are a bit lazy. Don't expect them to spend hours chasing a ball or running with the kids in the backyard. They'd rather curl up with the kids on the couch.

Case made. Safe to say we've all melted. Bulldogs don't fend well in heat and humidity. Put a kiddy pool in a shaded spot for your bulldogs if you're outside in that weather.

What an extremely portable pupper. You could bring him or her to work in your pocket! Bulldogs wheeze, snort, and snore, so you'll always be aware of a bulldog's presence. They are also prone to sleep apnea.

Dogs shouldn't be used for decorative purposes. But can it be helped when they're that cute?! Bulldogs are well-known for having flatulence. So if you have one, at least you can always blame the dog.

Angelic. Just imagine his little footprints left behind in the snow. Bulldogs have difficulty giving birth because of the size of their heads and fronts. Most require caesareans to deliver their puppies.

This brand new baby might look like a little naked molerat, but we love it. Just look at the spots! To be guaranteed a healthy pet, never buy a puppy from a backyard breeder, puppy mill, or pet store. Find a reputable breeder who tests their breeding dogs for genetic health conditions and good temperaments.

The adorable rolls of fat on this bulldog contradict its gymnastic abilities, which are nonexistent. For many years, the practice of bullbaiting was said to "thin" the blood of the bull and make its flesh tender after it was butchered.

Not only are these dogs cute, they're pro-hygiene! After the bulldog's rocky start as a breed, breeders began to select only those dogs that had a docile temperament for breeding. Aggressive and neurotic dogs weren't allowed to reproduce.

This little dude or dudette looks like Scrappy Doo and has the attitude to match! As with every other dog, bulldogs need early socialization, as exposure to different people and experiences will ensure that a bulldog puppy will grow up to be a well-rounded dog.

These twins complement each other perfectly. Look at the ears! It takes a real threat for a bulldog to bark. So while it's not the barking watchdog you might expect, his blocky build and tough-guy walk are enough to scare intruders.

This bulldog just wants to be involved. Bulldogs are quite notoriously stubborn. Their tenacity and determination mean that it's difficult to change their mind once it's set.

We hope the other bulldogs don't pick on this pup for its unusual plethora of fat pockets. We think it adds to its beauty. What an adorable little rolly pollie!

... Or little girl blue. But boy sounds better. Whatever the gender, this bulldog looks like it needs a hug! Though stubborn, English bulldogs have some great traits. They're sensitive, remember what they learn, and respond well to training.

We guess it's "goodbye" to the cutest gallery of all time. If you want your own bulldog puppy after seeing this gallery and learning about this lovely breed, be prepared to fork out some cash. English bulldog breeders charge more than $1,000 for their dogs, often more than $1,500. This is mostly to cover their costs of artificial insemination (because most bulldogs are too deformed to be able to mate without assistance) and C-sections.