French Bulldogs: The 4 paw guide

French bulldogs are intelligent and sweet natured and tend to 'bond' with one person. They love people, are good with children and do not bark unduly.

French bulldogs enjoy their comfort and have uncomplicated exercise requirements, making them ideally suited to apartment living – or a companion to one who has a driving job. They are also happy to go for a roam about on a lead.French bulldogs are bright and inquisitive, if a little unpredictable! They are quick to learn simple tasks – can be stubborn on occasion.French bulldogs only shed a little hair which can easily be remedied with weekly brushing with a rubber brush.

In the mid 1800's when the English lace-makers emigrated to France in search of better jobs – they took with them their much loved toy bulldogs, which were popular household pets at that time. These where then crossed with other breeds which produced the erect bat ears seen in French bulldogs today. Purely bred for companionship and being a pet – this breed remains popular in France and America.

French Bulldogs at a glance
Our 4 Paw Rating - to the suitability of French bulldogs for your home and lifestyle

Size
Shoulder height 11 - 13 inches, weight up to 28lbs.

Coat Care
The coat of French bulldogs is quite fine, short and smooth. Skin is soft especially at the head and shoulders where it forms wrinkles, moisturising cream should be used as prescribed.

Family Life
French bulldogs are well behaved and adaptable, makes a good companion with an affectionate nature and even disposition.

Lifestyle
French bulldogs are suited to apartment living and prefer cooler temperatures due to susceptibility to overheat.

Health
Life expectancy 9 - 11 years. Hip, knee, spine and eye tests recommended.

Exercise
Uncomplicated exercise requirements, happy to roam on lead.

Training
French bulldogs are easy to train, quick to learn simple tasks.