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French Bulldog Quick Stats:

Other Common Names:
Bouldogue Français

Description:
With its distinctive 'bat ears' the French Bulldog is muscular and sturdy. French Bulldogs have pug noses and square flat heads.

Craves companionship

Country of Origin:
French Bulldogs originated in France.

Height:
French Bulldogs are about 12 inches (30cm).

Weight:
French Bulldogs weigh 19 to 22 pounds (9 to 10kg) or 22 to 28 pounds (10 to 13kg).

Colors:
French Bulldogs come in brindle, fawn, white and combinations of brindle or fawn with white. The skin is soft and fairly loose.

Coat:
An average shedder, French Bulldogs require only weekly brushings.

Temperament:
Patient and sweet, French Bulldogs crave companionship and do not do well on its own. French Bulldogs do not bark without cause. They may become very possessive and protective of their owners. French Bulldogs will hunt mice, and make excellent companions for the elderly. French Bulldogs may drool or slobber.

Health Concerns:
If they get overweight, French Bulldogs will have respiratory problems and may be gassy and wheezy.

Life Expectancy:
French Bulldogs can be expected to live 10 to 12 years.

Living Environment:
French Bulldogs cannot swim and must therefore be careful around pools and open water. This breed does well in apartments and prefers cooler weather due to its susceptibility to heat stroke.

AKC Group:
French Bulldogs belong to the Non-Sporting Group.

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