| The French Bulldog makes a very good | | | | 10 and 14 years with proper nutrition, medical |
| companion dog. She is playful and fairly easy to | | | | care and excellent living conditions. |
| care for, but she needs plenty of human | | | | *History. The French Bulldog was first developed |
| attention. She is generally good around other pets | | | | either in France or Spain from small bulldogs. They |
| and loves children. As a reminder, never cleave a | | | | were first registered by the American Kennel |
| child unsupervised around a puppy or dog. | | | | Association in 1898. |
| *Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult | | | | Some Registries: |
| size (two years old or older) of the French Bulldog | | | | *French Bulldog Club of America |
| is about 12 inches to the withers (highest point of | | | | *UKC United Kennel Club |
| the shoulder). There are two weight classes, 19 | | | | *NKC National Kennel Club |
| to 22 pounds and 22 to 28 pounds. | | | | *CKC Continental Kennel Club |
| *Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds | | | | *APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. |
| have certain inherited health problems associated | | | | *AKC American Kennel Club |
| with that specific breed and the French Bulldog is | | | | *FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale |
| no exception. Be on the lookout for breathing | | | | *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club |
| problems, skin problems, prone to eye injuries and | | | | *KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain |
| heat stroke. This disease list is an informative | | | | *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club |
| guideline only. Other diseases may also be | | | | *ACR = American Canine Registry |
| significant threats, please contact your | | | | Litter Size: 2 to 5 French Bulldog puppies |
| veterinarian for a complete list. | | | | Category: Non-Sporting, Mastiff |
| She should visit the veterinarian several times in | | | | Terms To Describe: Affectionate, courageous, |
| the first year for shots, boosters and check up. | | | | playful, intelligent, muscular, active, curious, alert, |
| Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian | | | | comfortable, adapted |
| yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, | | | | *SPECIAL GOOD POINTS |
| six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian | | | | Good watch dog. |
| twice a year for check ups and shots. | | | | Well behaved. |
| Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets. | | | | Good companion dog. |
| *Grooming. The French Bulldog has a short, | | | | Good tempered. |
| smooth, fine and brilliant coat. She is an average | | | | Is not a barker. |
| shedder and should be brushed regularly. Brushing | | | | They like to hunt mice. |
| will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat, | | | | *SPECIAL BAD POINTS |
| avoid mats and help you keep a closer eye on | | | | Tend to snore. |
| her health and strengthen your emotional bond | | | | Low obedience. |
| with her. | | | | Poor guard dog. |
| Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a | | | | Can be gassy. |
| week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed | | | | May not be able to swim. |
| for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of | | | | May have to see a vet more than some other |
| plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) | | | | breeds. |
| and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease | | | | May have trouble bearing young. |
| can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and | | | | Sensitive to heat. |
| other serious disease. | | | | Can be a one person dog. |
| Her toenails may need to be examined for | | | | Can be willful |
| growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the | | | | Some may drool and slobber. |
| rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the | | | | *Other Names Known By: Bouledogue Francais, |
| front feet. Generally a guillotine type trimmer is | | | | Frenchie |
| the best for this chore and competent | | | | *Every dog is an individual so not everything in |
| instructions to accomplish this can be found on | | | | this information may be correct for your dog. |
| the net. | | | | This information is meant as a good faith guideline |
| *Life Span. The French Bulldog can live between | | | | only. |