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French Bulldog Blogs
Everything you need to know about French Bulldog behaviour, health, training and care. Browse our Frenchie guides written for French Bulldog owners.


Best Christmas Gifts for French Bulldog Lovers and Their Dogs
Christmas gifts for Frenchie people: a frame for the first Christmas photo, a dog's own Christmas dinner, a festive pudding toy and baby's first Christmas, plus how to keep a Frenchie safe.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
3 days ago8 min read


How Long Do French Bulldogs Live? What the Studies Actually Say
Most French Bulldogs live to around 10 years. Here's what the two big UK studies found, why you'll see 4.5 years quoted, and what helps a Frenchie live longer.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Oct 913 min read


Why Are French Bulldogs So Stubborn? What Owners Learn First
Frenchies are clever companion dogs that need a reason to cooperate. Why they dig in, when it isn't stubbornness at all, and the training that works.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Sep 309 min read


Can French Bulldogs Be Left Alone? How Long, and How to Help
Most adult French Bulldogs can learn to be alone for a few hours. How long is too long, the signs of separation anxiety, and how to teach it gently.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Sep 309 min read


Why Do French Bulldogs Follow You Everywhere? The Honest Truth
French Bulldogs follow you because they were bred for company. When it's normal, when it's separation distress, and how to keep the closeness healthy.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Sep 309 min read


Why Do French Bulldogs Stare At You So Much? What It Really Means
Frenchies stare because you're their world. What each stare means, the science of eye contact and bonding, and when staring is a sign of a problem.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Sep 309 min read


Do French Bulldogs Bark a Lot? The Short Answer and the Real One
Most French Bulldogs bark only when excited, but they grumble, snort and talk back. What each noise means, and how to stop barking becoming a habit.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Apr 219 min read


French Bulldog Exercise Needs: How Much, How Far and What's Safe
French Bulldogs need up to an hour of exercise a day, in short, cool walks. How far they can walk, the heat risk, and a safe daily routine that works.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Apr 219 min read


French Bulldog Health Issues: What Every Owner Should Know
French Bulldogs face more health problems than most breeds. Breathing, heat, skin, ears and back issues explained, with the warning signs to know.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Mar 2710 min read


French Bulldog Personality: Clowns, Cuddlers and Strong Opinions
Affectionate, funny, clever and stubborn: the French Bulldog personality explained, with research, owner insight and life with our rescue Frenchie.

shayne bashford
Mar 268 min read


Are French Bulldogs Good Family Dogs? Three Things to Know
French Bulldogs make loving family dogs for the right home. How they are with kids and other pets, what they need, and the three things to get right.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Mar 269 min read


20 Funny French Bulldog Facts Every Frenchie Lover Should Know
From the Titanic to Montmartre, bat ears to the 200-pound dead weight: 20 funny, true French Bulldog facts, with the science behind the snore and the stare.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Mar 267 min read


Are French Bulldogs Smart? It Depends What You Mean by Smart
French Bulldogs rank 58th of 130 for obedience, but that misses how clever they are. How Frenchies learn, why they seem stubborn, and how to train them.

shayne bashford
Mar 268 min read


Best French Bulldog Gifts They'll Actually Want: For Frenchie Lovers and Their Dogs
Frenchie gifts they'll actually use: hoodies, tees, mugs and totes for the owner, plus harnesses, coats and treats chosen for the breed.
Nick Vaughan-Smith
Feb 48 min read
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