French Bulldog Breed Information & Characteristics

The French Bulldog is a breed that has an average to high tendency to gain weight if their weight is not closely monitored. It is important to maintain a balance between exercise and food intake to keep them at a healthy weight. This can be achieved by scheduling at least one daily walk and engaging in regular playtime with them.

Unfortunately, the French Bulldog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Alert
Bright
Keen
Patient
Playful
Athletic
Easygoing
Lively

French Bulldog dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

The French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

France

Mastiff, Molossian

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

1800s

Non Sporting (AKC:1898)
Companion (UKC)

Blue
Brown

Black

Fawn
Cream
Black
White

The coat of a French Bulldog dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A French Bulldog can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

French Bulldogs are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The French Bulldog is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
Hip Dysplasia
Hemivertebrae
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Distichiasis
Cherry Eye
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis

Cardiac
Eye
Spine
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, French Bulldogs may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

French Bulldog have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The French Bulldogs a breed that requires only a small amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people with busy lifestyles, elderly people or those who have limited mobility. They also make great pets for those who live in small apartments or have limited outdoor space.

The French Bulldog breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

The French Bulldog is a breed of dog that is characterized by its minimal drooling, making it an ideal choice for people who dislike drool marks on their clothing.

French Bulldogs are known to bark very little or not at all. They tend to be very quiet and do not bark excessively. They may only bark in specific situations, such as when they need to alert their owner to something important or when they are in distress.

French Bulldog dogs are known for being average at defending. They possess the capability to defend their territory or owners, but it is not their primary trait. They are not the best choice for guard dogs

Jumping, Sleep, Walking, Walk, Fetch, Running, Ball, Belly rubs, Playing, Petting, Sniffing, Sniffing around, Laying down, Treats, Tricks, Cuddling, Eating grass, Walk, fetch, Chasing toys, Play keep away, Sitting, Eating Snacks, Nap, Socializing, Sleeping, Dog Parks, Play, Meeting people, Chase, Tug-of-war

French Bulldogs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. French Bulldog dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For French Bulldog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most French Bulldogs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The French Bulldog is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

French Bulldog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-28 pound (8 - 13 kg) French Bulldog feed 1.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a French Bulldog is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a French Bulldog is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The French Bulldog have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where French Bulldogs lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

French Bulldog dogs have average emotions and are adaptable to different situations, not requiring extra care like sensitive breeds do.

French Bulldogs are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

French Bulldogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. If you have children, you might want to reconsider adopting another dog as a companion.

French Bulldogs are below average friendly toward cats. But with the right training and socialization, French Bulldogs can be good with cats,

French Bulldogs are below average dog friendly dogs. French Bulldog dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

French Bulldogs are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.

French Bulldog dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.