French Bulldog Research Paper
FRENCH BULLDOG
Physical Characteristics:
Height: 11-12”
Weight: 16-28 lbs.
Energy Level: Moderate-High
Colors
Colors recognized by the American Kennel Club are:
• Brindle
• Brindle & white
• Cream fawn
• Fawn & white
• White
• White & brindle
• White & fawn
It is possible to find other colors as well, such as black, blue, liver, black & tan, and piebald (color patches with white).
Health & Longevity: 11-14 years
Like other short-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds, the French Bulldog can experience challenges navigating everyday life. They cannot tolerate temperature extremes; their short coat provides no protection from cold, wet weather, and their shortened muzzles and heavy bodies make it difficult for them to cool themselves in warmer …show more content…
As long as the process is kept fun, your Frenchie will be eager to learn and do whatever you have the desire to teach them. In fact, because the process of training with positive reinforcement is so enriching to the bond you share, it may surprise you what your dog can learn. However, using heavy corrections can cause Frenchies to shut down or set in their heels, earning them a reputation of being “stubborn”. If they think it’s their idea, you’re golden; if you feel a dog should do something just “because I said so”, you may butt heads and experience more frustration than …show more content…
Add to that the inability of French Bulldogs to breed or whelp unaided, and one can expect to pay $3,000-$4,000 for a puppy from a breeder. Although sometimes purchase costs are less than this, one should carefully consider the potential health issues and related veterinary expenses when health screenings have not been done. Wait lists are oftentimes long, causing many to search for alternative sources. Breed rescue groups provide screening and rehoming of dogs that, through no fault of their own, have lost their homes. Adoption fees vary, with an average fee of $400-$700, sometimes as high as $1200. If you are interested in one of the “rare” colors, be prepared to spend as much as $15,000 to $30,000! Be cautious when breeders advertise “rare” colors, as it is often nothing more than a marketing ploy to charge a high amount. Also, many colors are indeed rare, with good reason; nature favors survival of the fittest, and many rare colors come with other genetic
Physical Characteristics:
Height: 11-12”
Weight: 16-28 lbs.
Energy Level: Moderate-High
Colors
Colors recognized by the American Kennel Club are:
• Brindle
• Brindle & white
• Cream fawn
• Fawn & white
• White
• White & brindle
• White & fawn
It is possible to find other colors as well, such as black, blue, liver, black & tan, and piebald (color patches with white).
Health & Longevity: 11-14 years
Like other short-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds, the French Bulldog can experience challenges navigating everyday life. They cannot tolerate temperature extremes; their short coat provides no protection from cold, wet weather, and their shortened muzzles and heavy bodies make it difficult for them to cool themselves in warmer …show more content…
As long as the process is kept fun, your Frenchie will be eager to learn and do whatever you have the desire to teach them. In fact, because the process of training with positive reinforcement is so enriching to the bond you share, it may surprise you what your dog can learn. However, using heavy corrections can cause Frenchies to shut down or set in their heels, earning them a reputation of being “stubborn”. If they think it’s their idea, you’re golden; if you feel a dog should do something just “because I said so”, you may butt heads and experience more frustration than …show more content…
Add to that the inability of French Bulldogs to breed or whelp unaided, and one can expect to pay $3,000-$4,000 for a puppy from a breeder. Although sometimes purchase costs are less than this, one should carefully consider the potential health issues and related veterinary expenses when health screenings have not been done. Wait lists are oftentimes long, causing many to search for alternative sources. Breed rescue groups provide screening and rehoming of dogs that, through no fault of their own, have lost their homes. Adoption fees vary, with an average fee of $400-$700, sometimes as high as $1200. If you are interested in one of the “rare” colors, be prepared to spend as much as $15,000 to $30,000! Be cautious when breeders advertise “rare” colors, as it is often nothing more than a marketing ploy to charge a high amount. Also, many colors are indeed rare, with good reason; nature favors survival of the fittest, and many rare colors come with other genetic