| Origin |
France - 1800's |
| Original Use |
Companion |
| Use Today |
Companion |
| Temperament |
It is a calm, even tempered dog that is willing to please. It makes a likeable, affectionate, playful and alert companion. A clown at heart, it enjoys being the center of attention. It makes a cuddly lap dog. |
| Acceptance of: |
Other Dogs - Good |
| Other Pets - Good |
| Strangers - Not accepting |
| Children - Good
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| Watchdog Ability |
Good |
| Guard dog Ability |
Not very good |
| Ease of Training |
Very good |
| Living Conditions |
It is not suitable for outdoor living but makes an ideal apartment dog. It snores and drools; this may be a problem for some owners. |
| Exercise |
Does not require much exercise, a short walk or a play time will suffice. |
| Coat |
It has a smooth short coat that sheds very little. It is important to regularly clean its facial wrinkles. |
| Grooming |
Requires minimal grooming. |
| Colors |
It comes in several colors: fawn,brindle (red or black), and white. |
| Height and Weight |
Weight range is 15 to 28 pounds (6.8 to 12.7 kg) while the height range is 11 to 13 inches (28 to 33 cm). Variations may occur in individual animals. |
| Life Expectancy |
10 to 12 years. |
| Group |
The AKC places the French Bulldog dog in the Non Sporting group. |