Oh, those grumpy, smooshed faces! And those alert ears! Aren’t French Bulldog puppies just the cutest? Frenchies are making a big comeback popularity-wise, climbing up the list of the most popular dog breeds in the United States in recent years. If you’re thinking about adopting and bringing a goofy, slobbering French Bulldog puppy home, here are a few French Bulldog facts and pictures for you!
They’re pretty darn chatty
French Bulldog puppies don’t just bark when they’re excited. They have their own intricate language made up of whines, yips, yawns, and grunts to communicate exactly what’s on their minds. If you bring one of these puppies home, you might learn to understand their adorable language before they start to learn your human words.
They’re bred to be your best friend
Despite their name, French Bulldogs were actually bred in England to be companion animals. They don’t need a massive amount of exercise. They also get along well with children, other pets, or adult humans they’re socialized with. This may not be apparent, as French Bulldogs take to training slowly, but they do love you.
They may have breathing issues
As adorable as those smooshed faces are, the French Bulldog is a brachycephalic breed, meaning they have shorter snouts than other dogs. This can lead to breathing issues, especially when it comes to swimming or flying in an airplane.
If you want to take your Frenchie for a swim, be sure to have them geared up with some puppy floaties, and stay close to them, as they literally cannot keep their snout — or the rest of their body — above water.
Some airlines will not let brachycephalic breeds fly. Being in a small, hot area under a lot of stress can make breathing very difficult for these dogs and can even be fatal. As fancy as French Bulldogs are, the jet-set lifestyle was not made for them.
They can be stinky
Stout and sturdy, French Bulldogs have a way of emitting a certain…aroma. Frenchies have something of a reputation for not only breathing issues but also for being gassy. Prepare to grab some non-toxic air fresheners and open up some windows!
They can be champion couch potatoes and incredibly playful
French Bulldog puppies can grow very accustomed to living in the lap of luxury. Since they’re a companion breed, nothing pleases them more than hanging out next to you. Just because they can be a little lazy doesn’t mean they don’t love to play, though. French Bulldogs can be incredibly silly and playful.
Remember, you can find just about any breed of dog you are looking for at a shelter or rescue!
