French Bulldog Information

In the 1800s, the French Bulldog was bred in Century Nottingham, England. The goal was to create a smaller version of the bulldog, a lap-sized bulldog. It was lace makers that bred the dogs and they, once displaced to France during the Industrial Revolution, carried the breed to France with them. From there, Americans on the Grand Tour brought them back home with them, calling them “French Bulldogs.”

The French Bulldog is one of few dog breeds that was bred originally for companionship. While many were bred for various work purposes such as retrieving water fowl, digging, hunting, herding, guarding, and even dog fighting, the French Bulldog was only ever meant for being a part of a family. Well-known for their loving and calm dispositions, they make excellent best friends.

Many refer to the French Bulldog as the “clown in the cloak of a philosopher” because of its distinguished looking expression combined with its active and alert nature. They do not typically get too hyper or overexcited, however, rather being more on an even keel than many other breeds.

The French Bulldog is built sturdy but small, weighing only 28 pounds or less. The color varieties include brindle and white, fawn, white, or brindle. These dogs do not require a great deal of exercise and are thus an excellent choice for an indoor dog, although they do need to be kept sufficiently cool in the hot summer months.

The French Bulldog is often recognized by his bat-like ears. Other than that, he looks much like a small bulldog, albeit lighter in coloring than many bulldogs with darker brown spots. These dogs are great for taking on walks, but because of their disproportionately large head and thick neck, a breed-specific collar is recommended. The French Bulldog makes a friendly and amiable addition to any family.