When we were putting together our breeding program, we had no thought of adding French Bulldogs to the program. It took the act of taking just one of these wonderful dogs into our home to quickly make it an integrated part of our program. After spending even a few minutes with these goofy, affectionate, little bundles of energy you'll completely understand why we added them.
We have combined our efforts to breed the perfect French Bulldog. Top Shelf Frenchies is a cooperation between Carolyn of Curlys French Bulldogs in Dallas, Texas, Bill and Cindy Pearcy of BCP Bulldogs of Danville, Indiana, and DPM Bulldogs in Effingham, IL. With all our recources pooled together and the excellent quality animals we have in our families, we can breed and offer the healthiest, happiest and best tempered puppies available. You can reach Carolyn at 940-497-4947, Bill and Cindy at 317-450-3503 and Trish and Dave at 217-690-1000.
French Bulldogs are about 12 inches (30cm.) in height. They have two weight classes: 19-22 (9-10kg.) pounds and 22-28 pounds (10-13kg.). Being over 28 pounds is a disqualification.
Life Expectancy
The French Bulldog has a life expectancy of 10-12 years.
Grooming
Grooming is at a minimum with the French Bulldog. They are average shedders who need bathed only when necessary. A firm bristled brush used between baths will take care of the rest.
Temperament
The French Bulldog is is playful, alert and affectionate. Enthusiastic and lively, but not yappy and loud. Curious, sweet and absolutely hilarious; they have a very comical personality and love to clown around. They are bright and easygoing, but this breed needs leadership and will not thrive without it.
Most cannot swim so take caution around water. This breed does best with considerate children who know how to display proper leadership. This breed may drool and slobber; however a good percentage of them do not. They are also a relentless hunter of mice.
Exercise
Your French Bulldog will need daily exercise of at least an hour a day to release pent up energy. They do better with a structured walk than romping in the yard.
Training & Socialization
This breed needs leadership and will not thrive without it. The Frenchie cannot be owned and ignored. When they sense an owner is meek or passive towards them they will become very stubborn and even snappish. They can be trained if the owner is calm, but firm, consistent and patient. Proper human to canine communication is essential. Do not give them affection or sweet talk them if they are displaying any type of unwanted behaviors, instead correct them sternly with a air of calm authority.
Living Conditions
Frenchies are good for apartment life. They can be fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard. They do not do well in extreme temperatures.
Health Issues
French Bulldogs are prone to joint diseases, spinal disorders, heart defects and eye problems. They often have respiratory problems. They tend to wheeze and snore and have trouble in hot weather. Prone to heat stroke. Do not overfeed this breed. French Bulldogs are high maintenance and potential owners need to be aware that their vet bills may be high. Take this into consideration before choosing a Frenchie puppy.
