The French bulldog is one of the most famous breeds today – and also the favorite of many celebrities…
Perhaps the explanation for all this love comes from the characteristics of the breed, which, in addition to being captivating, is very attached to tutors.
Anyone who has a French bulldog knows how he always likes to be around getting attention!
If you have or want to have one of these puppies at home, you need to know some details about the breed…
And we will help!
Facts about the French Bulldog
The French bulldog originated from the English bulldog, however, it is much smaller than this “relative”.
French bulldogs measure about 35 cm and weigh around 14 kg, which makes them great dogs for smaller environments.
Check out other facts about this cuteness now:
1 – They are a brachycephalic breed
Like English bulldogs and breeds like pugs and boxers, the French bulldog is a brachycephalic dog.
They are those dogs that have a flattened snout, an anatomical detail obtained from the selection in the crossings that gave rise to the pet.
It requires some extra care, as we will see below.
2 – They are sensitive to extreme temperatures
One of the main risks for a brachycephalic dog is hotter temperatures.
If you have a French bulldog, avoid walking him during the hottest hours of the day.
Remember that dogs control their body temperature primarily through breathing, and those with a flat nose have a harder time breathing.
So remember to always guarantee your bulldog some thermal comfort.
Never run out of fresh water. And, in the summer, offering ice or frozen fruit is a good idea to keep him cooler (besides making his mouth water)!
3 – Need extra hygiene care
Like many other purebred dogs, the French bulldog has some physical characteristics that require certain care.
The shape of the ears can lead to otitis, so it’s important to always pay attention to cleaning the ears with special products for this purpose.
If your bulldog is shaking its head all the time or trying to scratch its ear, it’s a warning sign of this type of infection.
Another sensitive point is the folds of the face, which always need to be clean and well dried.
Otherwise, humidity can lead to the appearance of fungi or dermatitis.
Finally, the French bulldog’s bulging eyes also deserve attention.
Due to their shape, they offer a greater risk in case of collisions and tend to dry out at times – another result of the flattened muzzle, which leads to less than ideal eye lubrication.
4 – They are attached to the family
This is the part every French bulldog owner knows and loves!
The breed is very attached to the family, always wanting to stay close to the tutors and share every moment.
For this reason, the ideal thing is that they live indoors, where they can be together with everyone.
People who spend most of their day outside are not the best tutors for a French bulldog…
The pet will have difficulties facing loneliness, which can lead to complicated cases of separation anxiety.
In any case, it is important to train the dog from an early age so that he is not so attached to people and can remain calm if he needs to be alone for a while.
5 – They may have problems with other animals
Despite being cuddly and 100% loving with its humans, the French bulldog is not so friendly with other animals.
They have a territorial instinct, and can even fight for space with other dogs and cats.
This tendency is stronger in males, who seek to impose their dominance where they live.
But nothing that can’t be circumvented also by training.
The sooner you get your puppy used to living with other pets, the better for everyone!
6 – Need patience for training
Is it difficult to train a French bulldog?
It depends…
Every dog can learn to behave and even some tricks.
The difference is some are more stubborn or need more repetition until they record the commands.
The French bulldog is one of those…
It will take a lot of repetition until he learns what you need.
And as we’ve mentioned before, starting early is a great idea to make the process easier.
Be patient… Your friend can and will learn!
7 – It has several colors
There is not one breed-specific color, but several, such as:
- Black
- White
- Beige
- grayish
- brindle
- Or present a mixture of these colors
8 – The French bulldog barks little
Good news for those who are bothered by noisy dogs or live in apartments, where a dog barking all the time can cause problems with the neighbors.
Yes, the French bulldog doesn’t usually bark a lot!
He only does it when he feels it’s really necessary.
So if your dog is barking, take a look, he’s drawing your attention to something important (at least from his point of view)!
9 – Need exercise, but moderately
This is a tip that applies to almost all brachycephalic dogs, especially the smaller ones.
Like all dogs, they need physical activity, but it shouldn’t be too intense because of the low passage of air through the flat muzzle.
Avoid very long walks or require very vigorous exercise from the French bulldog (such as intense and sudden races, for example).
But stay alert: balance is needed!
At the same time, the French bulldog can be prone to obesity…
In addition, because they are small and adapt well in smaller places, such as apartments, tutors often leave the exercises aside.
Don’t make that mistake!
The rule is: no more, no less…
Your puppy needs to exercise in the right amount so as not to become overweight, but remember to keep a moderate pace, right?
10 – Does not shed a lot of hair
“Does it shed a lot of hair?”
This is one of the first questions asked by some people who are looking to adopt a dog…
It’s important to remember that every dog, at some point, will shed hair.
This is the natural course of hair, which are born, grow and die (just like our hair).
But, in fact, some dogs tend to shed more hair than others.
Which is not the case with the French bulldog, luckily for those who hate to sweep the house…
In any case, always brush your friend to help remove the dead coat. This will further minimize the shedding of hair on your floor.
