French Bulldog
dog Breed Profile
Built like a small tank, the French bulldog is a mid-sized member of the non-sporting group. The dog shares the non-sporting group with the Boston terrier and the bulldog, two breeds for which the French bulldog is most often mistaken.
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Brachycephalic (squashed face), short bowed legs. Upright ears (naturally)
Size
Weight
25-27 lbs.
25-27 lbs.
Height
11 in.
(at withers)
12 in.
Coat
Length
Short
Color
Black with or without white, fawn, white
Care
Exercise
<20 minutes/day
Energy level
Average
Longevity
9-11 yrs.
Needs
High
Traits
Moderate
High
Drooling
High
Digging
Low
Grooming Needs
Moderate
Social Needs
High
Club recognition
AKC Class.
Non-Sporting
UKC Class.
Companion Dog
Prevalence
So-so
The French bulldog barks only when it finds cause for excitement, but it does snort and snore, which is part of its appeal.
Built like a small tank, the French bulldog is a mid-sized member of the non-sporting group. The dog shares the non-sporting group with the Boston terrier and the bulldog, two breeds for which the French bulldog is most often mistaken.
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The French bulldog is an even-tempered house dog that thrives on attention. In fact, he demands it! This dog is ideal for a single-person household, as he may compete for your attention with other members of the family. The French bulldog does not bark a lot, only when he finds real cause for excitement.
A French bulldog is able to be happy in any housing. This breed is suitable for city life, because no large yard is required. He is not meant to be a jogging companion, but he is always willing to go for a brisk walk. The French bulldog does not require a lot of food, and his short coat is easy to keep clean. Facial wrinkles should be cleaned regularly. The Frenchie snorts and snores, but somehow it's part of his appeal. He prefers to spend his time in the house, receiving all your attention.
In the early 1800s, Normandy lace workers from England set off to find work in France. They took with them smaller bulldogs to be kept on the farms as companions and to chase away the rats. In these northern French farming communities, the popularity of this hardy dog grew quickly. In fact, established bulldog breeders in England were happy to perpetuate this new breed by selling their undersized dogs to the French.
The dog is widely known as a very fashionable household companion kept by upper class and royalty. One French bulldog, insured for an incredible sum (at that time) of $750, traveled aboard the Titanic. In the late 1800s and early 1900s the French bulldog was considered a dog of high society the breed still attracts people who appreciate the finer things in life.
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