French Bulldog Breeders

French Bulldog breeders surprised the English when they renamed a toy version of the English Bulldog after their own country. The Bulldog had long been a representative of English culture. However, the English had not accepted the smaller version of the Bulldog that the French people came to love. In the 1800’s, toy Bulldogs were exported from England to France. French Bulldog Breeders began to breed specific traits in this smaller Bulldog to distinguish it from the English version. Today there are bullies and frenchies as well as American Bulldogs. All three are distinctive breeds though they share common ancestors.

The original version actually became extinct but not before English Bulldog breeders bred the Old English Bulldog with the Pug and other smaller breeds. These breeders created a lap-sized dog that could be kept as a family pet. The charming English Bulldog remains popular today.

The English did not take to a smaller, toy-sized English Bulldog, but the smaller version became so popular in France that French Bulldog breeders renamed it the French Bulldog and bred in different traits than those seen in the English Bulldog. The French Bulldog has a smaller head and erect, bat ears unique to the breed.

These dogs can be very willful and aggressive to other dogs, so training and discipline are necessary from the time they are small puppies. Because of the short muzzle and short, squat body, English and French Bulldogs can have breathing issues and are also unable to regulate body temperature.

Bulldogs have short muzzles. This makes it difficult for them to breathe. English and French Bulldogs are prone to a reverse sneeze in which moisture becomes trapped in the airway. This can look and sound uncomfortable for both dog and owner.

Small Bulldogs cannot regulate their own body temperature and thus should not be left outdoors. They overheat easily and can have heatstroke. Bulldogs may also have skin conditions and eye disorders. Because English and French Bulldogs are indoor pets, they may become obese if not kept active. Female Bulldogs often must deliver puppies by caesarian section due to puppy heads being too big to pass through the birth canal. American, English and French Bulldog breeders can educate potential dog owners about Bulldog health, temperament, and care.

First and foremost, good breeders never sell dogs to pet stores. Any breeder selling to a pet store does so because he thinks of animals as merchandise. Good breeders see dogs as members of the family. Second, good breeders only have a litter available at a time. If a breeder has too many puppies available at one time, buyers should ask how the breeder is providing love and attention to them all. Most likely, these breeders do not have puppies on site. They may be brokers who order puppies from elsewhere but tell buyers they have whelped and raised puppies themselves.

Third, good breeders provide documentation. This includes medical records, health screenings, pedigree information, certification on themselves and puppies and a warranty against defects. Fourth, good breeders expect to be interviewed and can answer all of buyers’ questions. Breeders will also thoroughly interview buyers to ensure puppies are going to appropriate, loving and informed homes.

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