Breed of the Month
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Featuring "Bebe" a fosterdog from the French Bull Dog Village French Bull Dog
Avg. Wt. 19-22 lbs and 22-28 lbs
Temperament: The French Bulldog is a pleasant, easy-care companion, who is playful, alert and affectionate. Enthusiastic and lively. Curious, sweet and absolutely hilarious; they have a very comical personality and love to clown around. They are bright and easygoing. Exercise Needs: Like most dogs, the French Bulldog needs to be taken on a daily walk, where the dog is made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead. Grooming: Very little grooming is needed. Regular brushings will do. This breed is an average shedder.. 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. Life Expectancy: The average life span is about 10-12 years. Origins: The French Bulldog originated in 19th Century Nottingham, England, where Lace makers decided to make a smaller, miniature, lap version of the English Bulldog, that were referred to as "toy" bulldogs. In the 1860's when the Industrial Revolution drove the craftsmen to France they took their dogs with them. The toy bulldogs became popular in France and were given the name the, "French Bulldog". The breed eventually made its way back to England for dog shows. Description: The French Bulldog is a sturdy, compact, stocky little dog, with a large square head that has a rounded forehead. The muzzle is broad and deep with a well defined stop. The nose is black, but may be lighter in lighter colored dogs. The upper lips hang down over the lower lips. The teeth meet in an under bite and the lower jaw is square and deep. The round, prominent eyes are set wide apart and are dark in color. The bat ears stand erect, are broad at the base narrowing in a triangular shape and rounded at the tips. |
For our “Breeds Page” this month we are proud to highlight the:
French Bulldog Village Rescue The French Bulldog Village is a nationwide, web-based group of volunteers dedicated to helping French Bulldogs and French Bulldog mixes that need a new home. Offering a unique and free Home Checkers Database ensures all dogs are fit with the right homes and owners. French Bulldog Village Rescue is a charitable tax-exemption non-for profit groups recognized under 501(c)(3). The Mission of French Bulldog Village Rescue are to: *Rescue, Rehabilitate and Rehome French Bulldogs and Frenchie Mixes.. * Tp provde financial assistance and support services to rescue groups and private rescuers. * To promote programs that advance knowledge about the responsible aquistions and ownership of the breed. * Become knowledgeable about the care and training of their French Bulldogs.
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