Check out his belly when he’s done! Our 8-week-old French bulldog puppy Cosmo was SO thirsty the day we first got him. I even had time to use the restroom while he was drinking.

This French Bulldog finds comfort on the head of a baby who doesn’t seem to mind one bit. Thanks to: youtube.com/yshingo1973 More doggy lols at www.ihasahotdog.com

Dobby and Cookie are bathed together but I normally towel dry Cookie first (since she always gets the chills) and clean her ears while Dobby waits for his turn. Dobby, as you can see, is not at all patient when it comes to waiting – and he was being very dramatic this time, so I got the camera…

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Dog picture taken by Bart van de Biezen.

Dog picture taken by Bart van de Biezen.

French Bulldog Health Problems

People love French bulldogs in part because of their cute short faces and small, squatty bodies.  However, these very physical characteristics that everyone loves the Frenchie dog for can result in some very serious health problems. French bulldog health problems are very common and can be quite costly to repair.  While it is true that not every single dog of this breed experiences problems, you should be wary enough to only consider a frenchie puppy for sale whose parents have not been extensively tested for health problems.

The most common French bulldog health problem is a direct result of its flat fat and its short body.  They are considered to be a brachycephalic breed due to these physical characteristics.  Common problems include constricted airways and elongated soft palates.  The most serious complication is that they can suffocate very quickly if they experience any swelling in their mouths or throats.  This condition also makes it more dangerous to anesthetize them for any types of procedures that they might need.

Another French bulldog health problem is that can become overheated more easily than other breeds when they are in warm, humid areas due to their short faces.  Care must be taken to keep them cool and comfortable to ensure that breathing problems don’t arise.

Breeding French bulldogs should only be undertaken by individuals with extensive experience with this breed.  French bulldog health problems include trouble delivering puppies because of their larger than normal head sizes of the puppies and the small pelvis sizes of the mothers.  This leads to a much higher risk of c-sections which is a huge problem as they have problems tolerating anesthesia.

There is a wealth of French bulldog information available either online or through books.  Before you ever consider purchasing a frenchie, you need to do your research and be aware of the potential problems with the breed. 

Never be tempted to buy a cheap French bulldog puppy because it could potentially cost you thousands of dollars in vet bills down the road.  Look for an experienced breeder and only buy a puppy that has healthy parents.

Dog picture taken by jmatthew3.

Our dogs sleep in bed with us, but this one night Dobby’s stinky butt gave us no choice but to send him down to the dog bed, along with his sister Cookie the Boston to keep him company. Apparently that wasn’t enough. Somebody ain’t happy and he made sure we know it!

The French Bulldog does not come without its flaws. The breed is expensive in price and the upkeep of the animals health can become quite pricey, even if they are pet quality. As with any dog, good veterinary care is a must. Many owners consider breeding their French Bulldog in order to make money off of the offspring or to improve the breeding stock.

Breeding the French Bulldog is not as easy as it sounds. When considering whether or not to breed the French Bulldog, it is important to have an extensive knowledge of what is involved in the breeding process. Only healthy dogs and dogs that meet the breed standards should be bred. Breeders should only select French Bulldogs that show only positive traits and avoid breeding dogs that have health issues. The population of the French Bulldog is small, with the chance of inbreeding much greater than with other breeds. This makes it imperative to research the linage of each dog before mating.

With the extensive knowledge that is required to breed French Bulldogs, it would be wise to not go through the process alone. To become a responsible breeder, it would be beneficial to find another experienced breeder who can assist you through the process. It does take time and effort to find a good breeder that will be willing to serve as a mentor, but time and research on your part will pay off immensely, when wanting to become a responsible breeder of the French Bulldog.

There are many things to take into consideration when deciding to breed a French Bulldog for the first time. The dog may not fit the standards of the French Bulldog, and as a responsible breeder, it is important to make sure your dog qualifies as good breeding stock.

Breed Restrictions Of The French Bulldog:

The breeding restrictions that are applicable to the French Bulldog, are dogs that do not meet the breed standard. These type of dogs are sold as pet-quality stock. A responsible breeder of French Bulldogs should not breed pet-quality dogs, and it is highly recommended that the dog be spayed or neutered if this is the case.

A reputable breeder of French Bulldogs will make breeding restrictions clear prior to selling a dog. Breeder will sometimes have the dog spayed or neutered before selling the dog. If the puppy is not old enough to be spayed or neutered, a responsible breeder will require that the dog sterilized within a certain time frame and require the new owner provide proof.

There are also some restrictions that apply to French Bulldogs of show quality as well. Before breeding some show dogs, the dog must achieve some sort of Championship award.

Breeding restrictions should be clarified before choosing a French Bulldog to breed. A responsible breeder will always tell you if the dog can be used for breeding purposes or not. Reputable breeders of the French Bulldog are devoted to improving the quality of the breed. When purchasing a French Bulldog as a puppy or adult, it is important to be aware of the breeding restrictions to avoid any issues in the future.

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When choosing a French Bulldog as a show dog, it is important to be selective and choosy. The breed standard for the French Bulldog is very particular, so obtaining knowledge of the breed standard for show dogs is very important.

French Bulldogs that are used as show dogs lead a dual life, both in the ring and as highly valued as a family member. When selecting a French Bulldog as a family pet, there are no restrictions on the specific breed standards, so this makes choosing one for a pet much easier on potential owners.

Show Breed Standards Of The French Bulldog:

When deciding on whether or not to show your French Bulldog, it is important to take into consideration what kind of shows the dog will be entered in. This will determine what breed standards should be followed. As a general rule, the dog must be able to fall into any number of the classifications that are set up by various clubs, such as the AKC for example. When purchasing a French Bulldog for the show ring, it is important to find a dog that conforms to many different club standards.

The qualities of a show dog include:

Symmetry and Proportion: the body of the French Bulldog should be evenly proportioned. The dog should be symmetrical on both sides of the body and have a compact and muscular frame.

Size: the French Bulldog cannot weigh more than 28 pounds, and dogs that go over the weight limit will be disqualified. Females should weigh between 20-24 pounds, while males should weigh between 24-28 pounds. French Bulldogs are usually about 10 inches in height. There are no strict guidelines however, detailed in the AKC standards.

Head and Ears: the shape of the head and ears are especially important to the breed standard of the French Bulldog. The head should appear proportionate to the body of the dog, and should be square in shape and large. The eyes should be dark in color, set low and wide upon the head. The top of the head that is between the ears, should be flat. The nose should be black in color. The ears are to be bat-like, this one of the most important standards of the breed.

Legs: the legs of the French Bulldog should be short and straight, and the hind legs must be set wide and longer then the front legs of the dog.

Coat: the coat of a French Bulldog is short in length and fine in texture. The skin should be soft and loose on the body, and coloring of the coat is also highly important. Some color combinations or lack there of, can result in a disqualification in competition.

Choosing A French Bulldog For Show:

It it generally apparent as a puppy, which dog will have show-quality standards. When choosing a French Bulldog to use as a show dog, picking the right breeder is imperative. A reputable breeder of French Bulldogs, will give the new owner a detailed history of the parents and sometimes has both parents on site to be viewed. If the father is not on site, the mother should be, in order to inspect her health and quality. The breeder should also show you other pictures of other dogs in the blood line, and any awards the parents have received competing in the show ring. Also, having certificates of the dogs breed is extremely important.

If the breeder refuses or cannot show you information about the dog, then a new breeder should be sought. A good-quality breeder of French Bulldogs should breed only males and females that have acceptable traits of the show dog standard. Finding the right breeder of French Bulldogs is as important as selecting the right dog.

You have to be really careful and be well-informed when buying a French bulldog as is a long term acquisition and the dog is going to be your proud possession for the next ten to twelve years. You can quite often be misled by the glib talk of the local pet shop owner into making a wrong choice. To avoid this, and to make a right choice, you will have to do some research on the qualities of a bulldog with all available information.

The first obvious step is to identify a good French bulldog breeder. Many owners consider breeding their French bulldog as a business proposition and are driven by commercial greed. The breeder has to be reliable and honest in his dealings. In fact even a family dog owner who owns a female French bulldog is a potential breeder when he decides to takes his bitch out for crossing.

You should be in a fit position to ask the breeder some critical questions and also know what the right answers are. For instance, you should be familiar with the general health problems of bulldogs and ask the French Bulldog Breeder pointed questions. Only healthy dogs that meet the breed standards should be allowed to mate.

Dog lovers know hip dysplasia is a common occurrence in bulldogs. If you ask the French bulldog breeder any query relating to this particular disorder, the breeder should be able to produce the OFA hip ratings of both parents of the French bulldog.

It is expected that French bulldog breeders follow a set of ethical rules while breeding. They must ensure that the male and female bulldogs that are to cross, thoroughly examined by a qualified Veterinarian for any genetic disorders. The responsible French bulldog breeder should not allow the mating of closely related bulldogs. As a matter of fact, the population of French bulldogs is rather small and thus there is every chance of incestuous breeding.

The mating should only take place when the dogs are in a relaxed mood and not when they are neurotic or hyperactive. A French bulldog breeder will allow sufficient and reasonable amount of time between two mating sessions of a particular bitch.

A responsible French bulldog breeder will take pride in his pups and will testify for the quality of his pups and even offer a replacement should the pup develop any genetic disease later on. They make a careful assessment of their puppies and sell them either as bulldogs fit for show and for breeding or as pets. The true French bulldog breeder will never shy away from letting you see his puppies and will never put up for sale defective puppies.

French bulldogs are compact, muscular dogs with a smooth coat, solid bone structure and a pug nose. A valued companion and a trusted watchdog, the French bulldog stands 11 to 12 inches tall and ideally weighs around 26 pounds. His head is large and square with round sharp eyes. The tails is short and either straight or screwed. Their skin is quite soft making them very appealing pets.

It is prudent to consult local kennels, dog clubs and bulldog owners before selecting a good breeder as any indiscretion will make you end up with a wrong pet.

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French bulldog fight with cat

To those of you who may not be familiar, there are many different breeds bulldogs – the English bulldog, the American bulldog, and the French bulldog. It is believed that the French bulldog descended from the English bulldog and later taken to France. Presumably because of this migration, French bulldogs suffer from a variety of peculiar diseases – uncommon in other breed of dogs. It is said that some of the diseases suffered by French bulldogs are hereditary. It therefore becomes necessary for owners of French bulldogs to have them medically test at regular intervals and more so, before using it for crossing. Otherwise, the chances are the French bulldog will probably beget unhealthy puppies and pose a threat to the breed as a whole.

French Bulldog Puppies are reluctant learners and you need to exercise a lot of patience while training them. You must evolve some signals and you them persistently for the puppies to grasp. One thing that needs to be said is they desperately need companionship and will feel psychologically let down without it.  The French bulldog interacts well with other dogs, but resent being around small children who may manhandle the puppies. Their soft skin, appealing looks, affectionate nature, pleasant behavior and overall agility make them ideal pets.

Bulldog puppies are not very much different from other puppies and they look small, cute and playful and sleep a lot. They crave for attention from their owners and they succeed in getting it as all owners love tiny little puppies. The real problem arises after your bulldog puppy grows up because a lot of people lose interest in providing company to adult bulldogs.

French bulldog puppy is a compact, physically well-built dog with a smooth coat, solid bone structure with a flat powerful muzzle and a pug nose. Lots of people buy cute puppies in the pet stores but feel disappointed when the dog grows up as sometimes they feel they did not buy the right breed. There are bulldog rescue shelters that collect abandoned and neglected bulldogs and find them new loving families. Bulldog rescue shelters are usually maintained by bulldog lovers who volunteer their time and money to find homes for needy bulldogs.

French bulldog puppies are found in a variety of pleasant colors. The puppies are in great demand and bought by people all over the world. French bulldog puppies that are black in color with brownish hue are usually called as Sea Brindles and these types are the costliest.

There are French bulldog puppies having a coat with regular fawn and black stripes pattern resembling Tiger’s skin. French bulldog puppy with a coat of pale cream color is called as Cream. There are various shades of cream from deep amber to butterscotch and palest gold. French bulldogs covered with black stripe and white areas are known as Brindle pied

The physical appearance of French bulldog puppies is characterized by large, wide and erect ears rounded at the top. The head is of square shape and the eyes are round and sharp and the tail is disproportionately short. French bulldog puppies prefer cooler climates as tropical climate may cause heat stroke and water should always be provided. They mature slowly and their life span ranges 12 and 14 years.

If you are in the market for a French bulldog puppy, you can search the Internet where there are plenty of ads offering French bulldog puppies for sale. However, it is to be noted that all the French bulldog breeders out there are not created equal. In fact even a family dog owner who owns a female French bulldog is a potential breeder when he decides to put his bitch out for mating. Find your perfect French bulldog puppy for sale from any reputable and reliable French bulldog breeder listings.

The “Frenchie” as he is known to his admirers is a breed that has endeared himself because of his happy personality and distinctive appearance. In essence, he is similar to a miniature bulldog with the exception of his ears, which are large and bat-like in appearance. He has a personality that can be somewhat stubborn and spoiled, demanding attention. Fanciers say that he expects to be treated as a human child in the family. He likes nothing better than a warm lap or soft bed and being treated as a “V.I.P.”.

This little dog has a short upturned nose and thus tends to snore. He can experience breathing difficulties in the heat. Eye injuries can be common since his eyes are round and protruding. His coat is quite short and he is the type of dog that should be protected when out in cold or wet weather.

In appearance he is most like the larger Bulldog, except that his front is not quite as “bowed” in appearance. He should carry a good depth of chest and broadness to his front and should stand about 12 inches tall at the shoulder. The French claim to be the country of origin, but there is some disagreement to this. In the United States he is in the Non-Sporting group although in size he could be considered a member of the Toy Group.

The Frenchie is very loving and is considered a one person dog. If he is to be in a family with children he should be introduced at an early age to them. He can be encouraged to relate and respond to all members of the family but usually will pick a “favorite” that he considers belongs to him and will be a very loyal companion to that one person.

This is a dog which can be clownish and delightful, he loves to play and is curious and thus can get into a lot of trouble. He is active and can be happy in the city and also on a farm, but should be a house dog. He does well on a leash and loves to go walking, but can be somewhat belligerent when he meets up with other dogs. Obedience training is a must, just because he is a small breed does not mean that he should be untrained and he has the strength to pull quite hard on a leash.

The French Bulldog is a breed which must be carefully bred as he can be one of those breeds which may only be delivered by Caesarean Section if attention is not paid to the size of the head. If a responsible breeder pays attention to this aspect the delivery can be normal. As with all the smaller breeds care must be taken that the dog is protected from over breeding. Unfortunately because a smaller breed is usually less expensive to raise it can easily become a profitable venture for unscrupulous breeders who are only in it for the money, rather than a commitment to maintaining the quality of the breed.

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Dog picture taken by Llima.

French Bulldog breeders surprised the English when they renamed a toy version of the English Bulldog after their own country. The Bulldog had long been a representative of English culture. However, the English had not accepted the smaller version of the Bulldog that the French people came to love. In the 1800’s, toy Bulldogs were exported from England to France. French Bulldog Breeders began to breed specific traits in this smaller Bulldog to distinguish it from the English version. Today there are bullies and frenchies as well as American Bulldogs. All three are distinctive breeds though they share common ancestors.

Bulldog breeders, like most purebred breeders, love the breed be it American, English or French. Bulldogs are not low maintenance dogs, so it takes true love for breeders to dedicate their lives and homes to a specific breed. Each of the three versions has specific health, behavioral and social needs and good Bulldog breeders meet these needs and help potential buyers meet the needs of Bulldog puppies.

Bulldog buyers should educate themselves on general information about Bulldogs prior to purchase. All three varieties, American, English and French, have similar health, grooming, disciplinary and social requirements. English and French Bulldogs have Pug noses and wrinkles. The short muzzle can make breathing difficult and these dogs may develop respiratory problems. They also respond poorly to extreme temperatures and are meant to be indoor dogs. Bulldogs can suffer heatstroke if left in a hot room or car.

Wrinkles and ears should be wiped clean daily to keep moisture and bacteria away. Bulldogs are prone to obesity and should be kept active and taken on at least a daily walk. Larger, American Bulldogs require much more activity to remain healthy and happy.

Bulldogs are social creatures and will follow owners everywhere. It is important for owners to interact with them and show affection. Because of the Bulldog’s history of aggression, any behavioral issues should be dealt with consistently from the time dogs are puppies. Bulldogs respond well to positive reinforcement and tone of voice. Hitting or otherwise negatively reinforcing behavior can be detrimental to this breed. Buyers can ask American, English and French Bulldog breeders for additional specifics on breed care and treatment.

In the world of dog breeding, there are good and bad breeders. It is important for buyers of any dog breed to learn to recognize traits of a bad versus good breeder.