French Bulldogs are extremely affectionate, intelligent, Happy, dogs, being not to big in size and yet not too small,
Frenchies are The Ideal Family pet even for Men!
They Love-adore children and their company, they are also great with other dogs
Frenchies are not renowned to be barkers, unless they think they are missing out on attention,As they love to be centre of attention!
Frenchies have very few health problems too, especially when compared with other breeds of dog.
Rainbodragon Frenchies are extremely healthy only ever visiting the vets for there yearly injections.
A french bulldog
The French Bulldog, like many other companion dog breeds require close contact with humans. They have fairly minimal exercise needs, but do require at least daily walks. As a flat faced breed, it is essential that owners understand that French Bulldogs cannot live outdoors. Their bulk and their compromised breathing system makes it impossible for them to regulate their temperature efficiently. In addition, Frenchies are top heavy and therefore have a difficult time swimming. Precautions must be taken when exercising a Frenchie during hot or humid weather, as well.
French Bulldogs can play too roughly for some smaller children, and should be monitored at all times during play. As well, children should be cautioned not to pick French Bulldogs up, as the dogs' small size can mask how heavy they are. They can look unmuscular but in reality they are very strong.
French Bulldogs are essentially a bull and terrier breed, and as such, it is not surprising to learn that canine aggression can sometimes occur. Generally, this takes the form of same sex aggression. Owners considering adding a second dog to their household are usually cautioned to choose one of the opposite sex. Spaying or neutering can do much to curb aggressive tendencies before they begin. The French Bulldog energy level can range from hyperactive and energetic to relaxed and laid back. Choose a puppy according to what you want and what you can cope with.
To have a frenchie is to know
a special kind of joy !!!!
Animal health trust
Do a Hereditary cataract DNA test for French bulldogs, Boris is Clear
Breed Watch Information for French Bulldog
Points of concern for special attention by show judges
• Breathing difficulties
• Pinched nostrils
• Very prominent eyes and incomplete blink
• Irregular bite i.e. overshot, level or wry
• Overly short neck – predisposes to breathing problems
• Screw tail, lack of tail, inverted or tight tail
• Exaggerated top line
Last updated on 23rd June 2010
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This is a list of faults in the show ring.
There are several congenital diseases and conditions to which French bulldogs are susceptible, although they are still considered among the healthiest of the bull breeds. Frenchies can suffer from Von Willebrand's disease (VWD), a bleeding disorder that is also found in humans and is similar to hemophilia, which can impede their clotting. In conjunction to this, French bulldogs may also suffer from thyroid condition. Many breeders follow a program of testing younger dogs for VWD, and only testing for thyroid at that time if the VWD factor is low. In this program, the breeder tests thyroid again just prior to using the dog for breeding. Other breeders test both VWD and thyroid at the same time.
French bulldogs suffer from brachycephalic syndrome, which is what creates the flat faced appearance of the Frenchie. As a result, one of the most common defects in French bulldogs is elongated soft palate or cleft palate. Puppies affected with Cleft palate are generally put down at birth, as it is generally considered to be an almost impossible condition to correct. Elongated soft palate can manifest as anything from a mild condition causing labored breathing to severe condition that can cause the affected dog to pass out from moderate exercise.
French bulldogs can also suffer from a condition called megaesophagus, a term which collectively describes several esophageal disorders and malformations in any combination from single-to-double or multiple. One of the more serious complications in a dog affected with megaesophagus is passive regurgitation, in which the affected dog vomits up food or phlegm after eating or exercise. Passive regurgitation can frequently result in aspiration pneumonia.
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"Boris" Drawing by A Smith
