i had also heard about health problems and short life spans. Two of my oldest dogs have died and I have one left who is very old and is going to go sooner than later

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i've always wanted a bulldog, but quite frankly don't want a dog who will kill my wallet at the vet and cost me a fortune for 8 or less years of life.
did i read wrong? because if this is not the case, i'm there when it is time for my next dog...