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3,599 schools use the "Bulldogs" mascot.
Most common states: Texas (419), California (269), Illinois (172)
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Hey there If you've ever been to a school sports game, you might have seen a mascot that's as tough as it sounds: the Bulldog 🐾. This fierce but friendly animal is a favorite among schools, with a whopping 3599 schools adopting it as their mascot. The bulldog is known for its tenacity and strength, which makes it a perfect symbol for teams that want to show they're resilient and determined. In the context of USA elementary, middle, and high schools, the bulldog mascot is a common sight, especially in Missouri where it's incredibly popular. Schools love the bulldog because it embodies the spirit of perseverance and courage, qualities that are celebrated in both academics and sports. Plus, who can resist those adorable, wrinkly faces? So next time you see a bulldog mascot, remember it's not just a cute animal; it's a symbol of school pride and teamwork 🏆.
Hear how the Bulldogs fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 419 programs flying the Bulldogs banner across Texas. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Kai Brooks
Texas Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Missouri. With 165 schools per million residents, the Bulldogs is part of daily conversations here.”
Avery Garcia
Missouri Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Bulldogs delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Jordan Carter
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
3,599 schools in our database use the Bulldogs mascot across 51 states.
The Bulldogs shows up most in Texas (419), California (269), and Illinois (172). Mo also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Bulldogs as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is known for its tough tone.
Elementary programs adopt the Bulldogs most often (1,546 schools). High School (1,019) and Other (572) also feature this mascot.