| The French Bulldog does not come without its flaws. | | | | The dog may not fit the standards of the French |
| The breed is expensive in price and the upkeep of the | | | | Bulldog, and as a responsible breeder, it is important to |
| animals health can become quite pricey, even if they | | | | make sure your dog qualifies as good breeding stock. |
| are pet quality. As with any dog, good veterinary care | | | | Breed Restrictions Of The French Bulldog: |
| is a must. Many owners consider breeding their French | | | | The breeding restrictions that are applicable to the |
| Bulldog in order to make money off of the offspring or | | | | French Bulldog, are dogs that do not meet the breed |
| to improve the breeding stock. | | | | standard. These type of dogs are sold as pet-quality |
| Breeding the French Bulldog is not as easy as it | | | | stock. A responsible breeder of French Bulldogs should |
| sounds. When considering whether or not to breed the | | | | not breed pet-quality dogs, and it is highly |
| French Bulldog, it is important to have an extensive | | | | recommended that the dog be spayed or neutered if |
| knowledge of what is involved in the breeding process. | | | | this is the case. |
| Only healthy dogs and dogs that meet the breed | | | | A reputable breeder of French Bulldogs will make |
| standards should be bred. Breeders should only select | | | | breeding restrictions clear prior to selling a dog. Breeder |
| French Bulldogs that show only positive traits and | | | | will sometimes have the dog spayed or neutered |
| avoid breeding dogs that have health issues. The | | | | before selling the dog. If the puppy is not old enough to |
| population of the French Bulldog is small, with the | | | | be spayed or neutered, a responsible breeder will |
| chance of inbreeding much greater than with other | | | | require that the dog sterilized within a certain time |
| breeds. This makes it imperative to research the linage | | | | frame and require the new owner provide proof. |
| of each dog before mating. | | | | There are also some restrictions that apply to French |
| With the extensive knowledge that is required to | | | | Bulldogs of show quality as well. Before breeding |
| breed French Bulldogs, it would be wise to not go | | | | some show dogs, the dog must achieve some sort of |
| through the process alone. To become a responsible | | | | Championship award. |
| breeder, it would be beneficial to find another | | | | Breeding restrictions should be clarified before |
| experienced breeder who can assist you through the | | | | choosing a French Bulldog to breed. A responsible |
| process. It does take time and effort to find a good | | | | breeder will always tell you if the dog can be used for |
| breeder that will be willing to serve as a mentor, but | | | | breeding purposes or not. Reputable breeders of the |
| time and research on your part will pay off immensely, | | | | French Bulldog are devoted to improving the quality of |
| when wanting to become a responsible breeder of the | | | | the breed. When purchasing a French Bulldog as a |
| French Bulldog. | | | | puppy or adult, it is important to be aware of the |
| There are many things to take into consideration when | | | | breeding restrictions to avoid any issues in the future. |
| deciding to breed a French Bulldog for the first time. | | | | |