FRENCH BULLDOG
BREED PROFILE
Everything you need to know
FRENCHIES, A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THEM
With a playful spirit, love of entertaining, and tendency to snort, French Bulldogs have earned the nickname "clown dogs." Their distinctive bat-like ears are pretty amusing, too!
About the Breed
Classified as a companion dog, the French Bulldog is an incredible family dog. These pups are sweet and friendly people pleasers who adore cuddling, enjoy following you from room to room, and love being the center of attention, especially when they have an audience.
Fully grown, the average, healthy weight for a French Bulldog can vary from 9-16kg depending on the pedigree line. The average French Bulldog lifespan is 11-14 years, but life expectancy can be affected by many factors.
Attributes
Aside from their size and bat-like ears, what makes French Bulldogs unique? Plenty! In addition to the elongated ears, they have very alert facial expressions, big round eyes, and a wide range of motion.
Appearance
French Bulldogs keep a low center of gravity with their compact, muscular build and large, square head, and they walk with a recognizable bow-legged gait.
A brachycephalic, or "flat-faced" breed, these pooches have those adorable smooshy faces that are just perfect for smooching. Their skin is loose and soft, forming wrinkles at the head and shoulders.
Frenchies have a short, smooth coat that comes in a variety of rainbow colours.
Temperament
French Bulldogs are easygoing, fun-loving additions to any family. True companion dogs, they thrive on human contact, did someone say velcro dogs?! They are patient with children, friendly with strangers, and loyal to their pet parents—sometimes to the point of being overly protective.
Since they can be territorial, remember that socialisation at a young age is a good idea. These social butterflies also enjoy the company of other canine companions.
Despite yearning for affection, Frenchies make excellent watchdogs because they hardly ever bark without reason. This trait also makes them a good fit for apartment dwellers who might worry about their pooch disturbing the neighbors.
Grooming and Care
With a short, fine coat, your Frenchie's grooming needs will be fairly easy to maintain. You'll want to brush your pup weekly. During the autum and spring shedding seasons, you can remove any excess hair with a stripping comb.
French Bulldogs need a bath about once a month. Just make sure you use a high-quality dog shampoo. It's very important that you keep your pup's wrinkles clean and always check for scabs or lesions that could lead to infections. Make sure to clean their ears regularly with a damp cloth and keep up with nail trimming, too. All of our recommended products are provided in our puppy packs when you purchase a dog from us.
Weather and special care
Be that as it may, it's very important to know the signs of heat exhaustion in your dog. Due to your pal's bulky shape, naturally compacted airway, and thin coat, they have a tough time regulating their body temperature and are thus susceptible to overheating.
If you live in a hot climate, your Frenchie will be safer if you have air conditioning in your home. Limit walk times to early mornings and late evenings when the temperatures are more comfortable. Also, always make sure your pup has access to shade and water if they are outside. Similarly, in cold weather, dress your canine companion in an extra layer to be safe.