French Bulldog - Who despite his name, hails from the UK...
How to successfully own and train a French Bulldog
Breed Introduction
Yes, despite his name, the French Bulldog is believed to be at least partly of British origin. Though less glamorous and showy compared to many other breeds, the 'Frenchie' has won a great many admirers. This is surely down to his unique appeal and mischievous nature, not to mention that he's probably one of the best companion dogs in the world today. Vivacious, playful and comical, the French Bulldog is also blessed with an affectionate disposition. They are highly intelligent and curious, making training them easy as long as you ensure it's entertaining. Frenchies are free thinkers and this can sometimes lead to a stubborn nature. They make excellent watchdogs and will alert you to approaching strangers, but they will not bark without cause. They can be protective of their family and some may defend with their life. The French Bulldog gets along very well with children.
Free Online Workshop On Dog Training
Join our next free online workshop and learn the secrets that the pros at the K9 Training Institute use to train service dogs to be so calm and well-behaved – and how you can use those same training methods to train YOUR dog!
Space is limited – so please reserve your spot right away.
Will a French Bulldog be a suitable dog for my family?
- Yes, if you want a small to medium sized dog (12-65lbs)
- Whether you have a small back yard or even don't have one at at all
- If you have a back yard, it doesn't matter if it's securely fenced or not
- If you are able to spend at least 1-2 hours total per day for the feeding, exercising, training, and grooming of your dog
- You want a short coated dog
- As long as you don't mind a dog that sheds all year round
- There are no people (or regular visitors) in your home younger than 18 years old
- If you want a breed that is easy to housebreak (usually taking less than 6 weeks in total)
- You want a dog that is active as a puppy but becomes more settled as he moves into adulthood. An ideal choice for a dog that might need to be left at home during the day
- Ideal if you want a dog that's generally easy to train (taking an average amount of time and effort)
- If you want a dog that barks very little and is non-aggressive
- The Frenchie is a great choice for the first time dog owner
French Bulldog Stat Chart
Rating System:
Ease of training: 1 is hard to train, 5 is easy
Ease of grooming: 1 is hard to groom, 5 is easy
Sociability: 1 is not social, 5 is very social
Guarding: 1 is not a good guard dog, 5 is very good guard dog
Suitable for Apartments: 1 is not suitable, 5 is very suitable
Noisiness: 1 is quiet, 5 is loud
Biting and Nipping: 1 is doesn't nip/bite, 5 high chance of biting/nipping
Energy Level: 1 is low energy, 5 is high energy
Shedding: 1 is low energy, 5 is high shedding
Affection: 1 is not very friendly, 5 is very friendly
Exercise Requirements: 1 is low exercise needed, 5 is a lot of exercise
Breed Stat
Size: Medium,Small
Life span: Over 10 Years
Exercise: Up to 1 hour per day
Grooming: Once a week
Coat length: Short
Coat sheds?: Yes
Home Size: Large,Small,Flat
Garden Size: Medium,Small
Rating System:
Ease of training: 1 is hard to train, 5 is easy
Ease of grooming: 1 is hard to groom, 5 is easy
Sociability: 1 is not social, 5 is very social
Guarding: 1 is not a good guard dog, 5 is very good guard dog
Suitable for Apartments: 1 is not suitable, 5 is very suitable
Noisiness: 1 is quiet, 5 is loud
Biting and Nipping: 1 is doesn't nip/bite, 5 high chance of biting/nipping
Energy Level: 1 is low energy, 5 is high energy
Shedding: 1 is low energy, 5 is high shedding
Affection: 1 is not very friendly, 5 is very friendly
Exercise Requirements: 1 is low exercise needed, 5 is a lot of exercise
