About Frenchies
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French Bulldogs can make one of the best companion dogs in the world.
They are small, easy to handle and are generally well behaved around new people and other animals if socialised properly. Frenchies have a reputation for being mischievous and clownish, stealing attention whenever and wherever possible. They adore people and crave constant attention and companionship which means that they are not suited to a home where they are alone every day. |
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Exercise
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They don't need a lot of exercise, but love a good game (indoors or out) during the day, and at night are more than happy to curl up and relax on the sofa. This breed makes an excellent companion for any age and they can fit in well with families of all sizes and ages as long as a sufficient amount of time can be spent with them.
French Bulldogs require a couple of 15 minutes walks every day to maintain their physique, and a few sessions of playing ball to keep them entertained. Their size and activity requirements can make them good apartment dogs, but they are just as happy in a big home or on a farm with lots of wide open space. French Bulldogs should not be exercised too hard in the summer months, as they are prone to heatstroke. Swimming pool owners should be alert – this breed cannot swim and falling into a pool could be life-threatening to a Frenchie, so care must be taken at all times around water. French Bulldogs can be a training challenge. They are stubborn and quickly lose interest in repetitive activities. Training should be conducted in short sessions, and the routine should be mixed up to keep the Frenchie's interest. Showering a Frenchie with affection and treats when training is the best way to get results from him. Discipline, punishment and yelling will cause this dog to stop listening all together. Please remember, always teach your Frenchie the basic commands first, otherwise you will more than likely end up with a very unruly dog. If that does come the case then we highly recommend Michelle of The Art of Dog Training, she can be reached on 0403 000 122 |
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Around the House
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House training is a long, drawn out process with a French Bulldog. It can take six months to fully train them, and many breeders recommend crating a Frenchies for that period of time.
French Bulldogs are people dogs and don't like to be left alone for long periods of time. People who work long hours should not commit to a French Bulldog, as they can easily develop separation anxiety. This usually means uncontrolled barking while alone, which can alienate neighbours in close quarters. Frenchies snort, snore and grunt 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are also prone to flatulence, which can bother some people, but most French Bulldog owners get used to the noises quickly and find them to be an endearing part of the Frenchie personality. |