| Group: Non-sporting | | | | The French Bulldog is an average shedding dog that |
| Weight: 28 lbs | | | | will not require a lot of grooming. This breed can be |
| Height: 11-13 inches | | | | brushed with a rubber brush to remove and loose and |
| Overview | | | | dead hair. Seeing that these dogs have a flat muzzle, |
| There is a great deal of speculation about the origin of | | | | the French Bulldog is inclined to drool - therefore their |
| the French Bulldog, and the most common believe is | | | | mouths should be cleaned often. The French Bulldog |
| that they originated from the miniature bulldog that was | | | | should only be bathed when it is really required. |
| brought to France by workers from Nottingham at the | | | | Training |
| time of the industrial revolution. During the 1860s, the | | | | French Bulldogs can be obstinate, and not easy to |
| export of miniature bulldogs became so popular, that | | | | train. It is important for the trainer to be patient and |
| they almost died out in England. Many believe that they | | | | dominant in training sessions. This breed struggles to |
| were then crossed with the Terrier Boule, which | | | | adhere to given tasks, and is also easily distracted. |
| resulted in the French Bulldog. During 1896, the French | | | | Puppy classes are recommended for this breed, and it |
| Bulldog made its first appearance in the United States | | | | is also a good way to socialise. Although this is a |
| at the Westminster Kennel Club show in New York. | | | | well-built little breed, they will not respond positively |
| Temperament | | | | toward rough training methods. This dog will do best |
| The French Bulldog is an enjoyable and easygoing | | | | with a patient trainer, and will go a long way when the |
| companion dog. They love to play and are also very | | | | correct training methods are used. |
| affectionate. This is a sweet natured breed that is | | | | Health problems |
| very amusing. They have amusing personalities and | | | | A few known health issues of the French Bulldog |
| like to joke around. The French Bulldog is inquisitive and | | | | include an elongated soft palate, premature disc |
| watchful, and will get along fairly well with strangers | | | | degeneration, difficult whelping and allergies. Some |
| and other strangers. Some males may be dog | | | | common health problems in these dogs are also eye |
| aggressive, but in general they get along well with | | | | problems and respiratory difficulties. In some French |
| other dogs. This breed wants companionship and will | | | | Bulldogs their nostrils can be widened for better |
| not do well without it. | | | | breathing. |
| Care | | | | |