A BIT OF BACKGROUND
We started breeding these wonderful animals in 2021. Originally we did not plan to operate as a professional Dog Breeder, we just wanted a wonderful pet for ourselves. However, we became hooked and soon we added a second one to our family.
Our two dogs (Chewbacca and Rey) have the best personalities. They constantly are trying to please you and make you laugh. If you are looking for a dog breed that is very low energy, loyal, and entertaining then these are the dogs for you.
After acquiring a lot of information about the breeding process, we decided to do our part in preserving it, which led to the birth of our business. Since then, we’ve known so much love, joy, and excitement! Contact us to find out more.
FRENCH BULLDOG HISTORY
In the 19th century, in Nottingham, England, the lace makers began breeding a small bulldog as a lap pet. Displaced by the Industrial Revolution, many lace workers crossed the English Channel, taking their bulldogs to France. Some of these bulldogs arrived in Paris, where well-to-do Americans on the Grand Tour of Europe saw them and began bringing them to the United States. In 1897, the French Bull Dog Club of America was formed, the first club in the world dedicated exclusively to the welfare of this beautiful breed.
GENERAL CARE
French Bulldogs don't require a lot of grooming or exercise and generally do well in small living quarters. They are not noisy and most of them are very fond of people, though there are individual differences in how well they get along with other animals. They should never be allowed to run free, and should only be allowed outdoors in a fenced yard or on a leash. French bulldogs must NEVER be left unattended around water. They are poor swimmers and can easily drown due to their front-heavy structure.
French bulldogs do best in moderate temperatures and should be carefully supervised in both high and low-temperature ranges. Panting and shivering are both indications of excessive exposure. In warm and/or humid environments, air conditioning in the house and car is a must! For play, indestructible dog toys are best, as those powerful bulldog jaws can destroy less durable ones. Rawhide type chews should not be used because when they soften they can become lodged in a Frenchie's throat.
Occasionally brushing keeps the coat shiny, and regular nail trimming is a must since many dogs usually wear their nails down by running. Regular cleaning of the ears and the deep facial folds will prevent these sensitive areas from becoming irritated. Your vet can advise you on how to care for the ears, skin folds, and other areas as well as questions about what to feed your puppy. Whatever high-quality dog food you choose, do not supplement it with table scraps.
HEALTH CARE AND CONCERNS
Find a good veterinarian, preferably one who has other short-faced patients, and provide your Frenchie with regular checkups, routine vaccinations, tests for intestinal parasites, heartworm prevention, and flea and tick control.
As a brachycephalic (short-faced) and chondrodystrophic (dwarf) breed, French Bulldogs may have some health concerns that you should be aware of. The short face can make their breathing less efficient than that of long-nosed breeds, so Frenchies have LESS tolerance to heat, exercise, and stress---- all of which increase their need to breathe. Keep your French Bulldog cool in warm weather and avoid strenuous activity. If your dog seems to overheat or become stressed too quickly, with noisy breathing and sometimes spitting up foam, consult your vet and have its airway evaluated for pinched nostrils or an elongated soft palate. Anesthesia is also riskier in short-faced dogs, so be sure your vet is experienced with such breeds should your Frenchie require anesthesia for any reason.
The spine also merits some special attention. Like other dwarf breeds, the stocky French Bulldog may also have abnormal vertebrae and/or premature degeneration of the intervertebral discs. While the spine is supported by good musculature, herniation of degenerated discs can cause significant problems, and most symptomatic back issues are due to disc disease rather than abnormal vertebrae. Lifelong exercise precautions are warranted, such as limiting the use of stars and jumping.