French Bulldog
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TYPE
Non-sporting
WEIGHT
28 lb
HEIGHT
11-13"
FAMILY
Mastiff, Bull
AREA OF ORIGIN
France
DATE OF ORIGIN
The 1800s
OTHER NAMES
Bouledogue Francais
Frenchies have a coffee center of gravity, wide-body, heavy bone, muscular build, and a large, square head with soft loose skin forming wrinkles about the top and shoulders. Entertaining home companions, these lapdogs are alert, with a curious expression, aided by bar ears, and unrestrained and free movement.
History
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Where are French Bulldogs from?
In the nineteenth century, the Bulldog was fairly popular in England, especially around Nottingham. When many of the lace workers of the region visited France to add the mid-1800s, they took their “Toy” Bulldogs with them.
The French women, especially, were interested in these little Bulldogs, especially those with erect ears (a common but disliked feature in England). Dog dealers brought more of the clownish little dogs to France, where they soon became the craze of Paris.
The dogs were dubbed Bouledogue Francais. French breeders sought to consistently produce the erect “bat ears,” much to the chagrin of English breeders.
How big do French Bulldogs get?
small breed dogs * French Bulldog*
Some Bulldogs are quite small weighing but 25 lbs, however, dogs during this breed on the average, weigh 28 lbs. and may grow to be between 11” – 13” in size.
Do French Bulldogs shed?
Frenchies have a brief, easy-to-maintain coat that doesn’t shed much.
What are some French bulldog facts and information?
Facts
French Bulldogs are best known for:
Bat ears
Comical, clown-like behavior
Being a solid lapdog
Frenchies cannot swim
Not tolerating heat well in the least
Information
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By the late 1800s, the breed had caught the eye of the upper crust and had moved into a number of the finer homes in France. Around this same time, American visitors to France brought several back to America and commenced to breed the dogs in earnest.
Amid continued controversy over which ear type was correct, an American club was formed and, in 1898, sponsored one among the foremost elegant dog shows (just for French Bulldogs) ever held. The gracious setting attracted wealthy spectators, and therefore the Frenchie had soon conquered America.
Their popularity among society soared, and by 1913 they were among the foremost popular show dogs in America. The breed has since been gone by many others in popularity, but it still boasts a number of the foremost elite and ardent fans in dogdom.
What are the French bulldog colors?
Brindle, cream, fawn, and white.
How long do French Bulldogs live?
Lifespan: 9–11 years.
Temperament
small breed dogs * French Bulldog*
The French bulldog may be a clown during a lapdog. They enjoy playing and entertaining their family, also as cuddling and snoozing with their favorite person. they're amiable, sweet, companionable, and willing to please.
Upkeep
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What do French Bulldogs eat and the way to worry about this breed?
Minimal exercise
Enjoys outdoors, but don’t exercise in hot, humid weather.
A short walk on a lead is sufficient to satisfy most of its physical needs.
Frenchie snores and should wheeze and drool.
Require minimal coat care
Facial wrinkles should be regularly cleaned.
Maintain a French Bulldog’s ideal body condition, and weight with food best fitted to this breed.
Health
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Major concerns
Brachycephalic syndrome (stenotic nares, elongated soft palate)
Intervertebral disk disease
CHD (seldom causes symptoms or problems)
Allergies
Minor concerns
Patellar luxation
Hemivertebra
Occasionally seen during this breed: distichiasis
Suggested tests
Hip
Knee
Eye
Cardiac
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