{"id":10648,"date":"2022-05-10T18:44:15","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T18:44:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/?p=10648"},"modified":"2023-08-28T17:07:17","modified_gmt":"2023-08-28T17:07:17","slug":"why-you-shouldnt-get-a-french-bulldog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/why-you-shouldnt-get-a-french-bulldog\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Shouldn&#8217;t Get A French Bulldog: 5 Good Reasons"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-14101bc2\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-You-Shouldnt-Get-a-French-Bulldog-featured-image.jpg\" alt=\"French bulldog bending over the sofa\" class=\"wp-image-10652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-You-Shouldnt-Get-a-French-Bulldog-featured-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-You-Shouldnt-Get-a-French-Bulldog-featured-image-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-You-Shouldnt-Get-a-French-Bulldog-featured-image-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-You-Shouldnt-Get-a-French-Bulldog-featured-image-705x397.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading post_title_h1\" id=\"sc-post-title\">Why You Shouldn&#8217;t Get A French Bulldog: 5 Good Reasons<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"post_info\"><strong><a   class=\"post-author-name\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/author\/alex\/\">Alex Vicente<\/a><\/strong> \u2022 Updated on August 28, 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"disclaimers\">\n<li><span class=\"av-icon-char\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-av_icon=\"\ue822\" data-av_iconfont=\"entypo-fontello\"><\/span> This review contains affiliate links. Read more <a href=\"\/affiliate-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5863\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"av-icon-char\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-av_icon=\"\uf0fa\" data-av_iconfont=\"fontello\"><\/span> Not a substitute for professional veterinary help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>People who have been around French bulldogs would find this statement rather strange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These dogs are among the sweetest pets ever, and they\u2019re absolutely adorable companions to the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So why you shouldn\u2019t get a French bulldog?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on to find out all the reasons that deserve some serious consideration before buying a Frenchie.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li ><a href=\"#are-french-bulldogs-popular\">Are French Bulldogs Popular?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#is-breeding-french-bulldogs-ethical\">Is Breeding French Bulldogs Ethical?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#5-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-get-a-french-bulldog\">5 Reasons Why You Shouldn\u2019t Get a French Bulldog<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"are-french-bulldogs-popular\">Are French Bulldogs Popular?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/french-bulldog-puppy-looking.webp\" alt=\"french bulldog puppy looking\" class=\"wp-image-7344\" title=\"french bulldog puppy looking\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/french-bulldog-puppy-looking.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/french-bulldog-puppy-looking-300x185.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/french-bulldog-puppy-looking-768x473.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/french-bulldog-puppy-looking-705x434.webp 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever since their emergence in the early 19th century,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/why-are-french-bulldogs-so-popular\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5864\">French bulldogs\u2019 popularity was always on the rise<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From their origins in England to their second home in France, and ultimately in their destination in the US, Frenchies are always favored lapdogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A more recent special breeding of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/rare-french-bulldog-colors\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5865\">rare or fad colors<\/a>&nbsp;made French bulldogs even more coveted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This encouraged intensive inbreeding to produce these desired traits specifically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This trade is quite lucrative, but, unfortunately, it comes with serious health problems these dogs often suffer from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-breeding-french-bulldogs-ethical\">Is Breeding French Bulldogs Ethical?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/French-Bulldog-Breeders-New-York-State-featured-image.jpg\" alt=\"Blue French Bulldog puppies looking up\" class=\"wp-image-3278\" title=\"French Bulldog Breeders New York State\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/French-Bulldog-Breeders-New-York-State-featured-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/French-Bulldog-Breeders-New-York-State-featured-image-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/French-Bulldog-Breeders-New-York-State-featured-image-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/French-Bulldog-Breeders-New-York-State-featured-image-705x397.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/dog-breeds\/french-bulldog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5866\">American Kennel Club (AKC)<\/a>&nbsp;recognizes the French bulldog as an official breed with standard features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this is limited to naturally bred dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rare or fad Frenchies are excluded from the AKC communities, including dog shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s because successive inbreeding results in severe health problems that sometimes threaten the dogs\u2019 lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Quite often, they have to go through life with disabilities or painful health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For these reasons, many people consider breeding French bulldogs unethical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several dog associations advise against buying Frenchies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, they encourage adoption from dog shelters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-get-a-french-bulldog\">5 Reasons Why You Shouldn\u2019t Get a French Bulldog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-bulldog-laying-down-on-the-floor-looking.jpg\" alt=\"French bulldog laying down on the floor looking\" class=\"wp-image-10400\" title=\"French bulldog laying down on the floor looking\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-bulldog-laying-down-on-the-floor-looking.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-bulldog-laying-down-on-the-floor-looking-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-bulldog-laying-down-on-the-floor-looking-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-bulldog-laying-down-on-the-floor-looking-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite this breed\u2019s unbelievable cuteness and lovely demeanor, they aren\u2019t for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some serious reasons that you should consider before committing to buying a French bulldog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Frenchies Can Easily Feel Separation Anxiety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most dogs like to stay around their human friends for the longest possible time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, some breeds wouldn\u2019t mind staying by themselves, while others get fidgety once their owners leave the house. Frenchies are of the latter type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These warm little creatures can\u2019t imagine life without their human companions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And they easily show signs of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/vcahospitals.com\/know-your-pet\/separation-anxiety-in-dogs#:~:text=Separation%20anxiety%20describes%20dogs%20that,when%20separated%20from%20the%20owners.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5867\">separation anxiety<\/a>&nbsp;whenever they\u2019re left alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why people with hectic lifestyles that demand being constantly on the move should think twice before getting a French bulldog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Otherwise, they can arrange for a friend, family member, or dog sitter to stay with their Frenchie while they\u2019re out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Caring for a Frenchie Can Be Quite Costly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>French bulldogs are often sold at high prices. And if they have special colors, patterns, or other rare traits, the figures multiply significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, in addition to the huge sums of money paid upfront, the upkeep of this breed is much higher than the average dog breed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To demonstrate; the cost of food for a regular dog is often moderate, and most owners don\u2019t think much of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t the case with Frenchies, which usually have special dietary needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They also require nutritional supplements to prevent or treat, several types of health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Frenchies are also known for being frequently sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, they have to visit the vet more often than other dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And occasionally, they\u2019d get a prescription or need to have a medical procedure, which again piles up the bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many French bulldog owners resort to getting\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/best-pet-insurance-for-french-bulldogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11488\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"18897\">insurance<\/a>\u00a0for their pets to alleviate the expenses a bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But even the nicest insurance plan comes at a higher rate, owing to the knowledge that this breed has a high propensity for illness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/french-bulldog-sleeping-under-a-blanket.webp\" alt=\"French bulldog sleeping under a blanket\" class=\"wp-image-9509\" title=\"French bulldog sleeping under a blanket\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/french-bulldog-sleeping-under-a-blanket.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/french-bulldog-sleeping-under-a-blanket-300x185.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/french-bulldog-sleeping-under-a-blanket-768x473.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/french-bulldog-sleeping-under-a-blanket-705x434.webp 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. French Bulldogs Aren\u2019t Too Active<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Frenchies are typical lap dogs. They like to lie down leisurely beside their human friends and do nothing at all for all eternity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While this languid and laid-back attitude works on Sunday mornings and winter nights, it can get a bit too boring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Active people who like being out and about, playing, and socializing might not find a good match with the lazy Frenchies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, French bulldogs have natural limitations associated with their physique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their respiratory organs aren\u2019t too efficient, so they can\u2019t move a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, they can\u2019t manage their body heat, so they suffer a lot if they get out in the sun or overexert themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Actually, in summer, a Frenchie would need to stay in airconditioned spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Otherwise, it could become cranky, lethargic, or even sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Folks that live beside the sea or a lake should also be careful since their Frenchies aren\u2019t good swimmers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They have heavy bodies, stumpy legs, short breaths, and a tiny snout that they can\u2019t keep out of the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, no beach days for these dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearly, a French bulldog is the last pet an outdoorsy active person should pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Training a Frenchie Might Be a Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you spend ten minutes around a Frenchie, then you\u2019ll soon notice that these dogs are total bosses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They\u2019re charismatic, full of themselves, and maddeningly stubborn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people are fooled by the Frenchies\u2019 warmth, and mistake their easy-going temper for obedience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This couldn\u2019t be further from the truth. Training a French bulldog takes a lot of patience, consistency, and understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They don\u2019t respond at all to roughness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though they\u2019re lapdogs, French bulldogs aren\u2019t suitable for inexperienced owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Teaching them anything at all is often a challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for boundaries and discipline, that would be asking too much from them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. French Bulldogs Are Prone to Various Health Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>French bulldogs usually suffer from mild to serious illnesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is associated with their successive inbreeding methods and the limited gene pool they\u2019re left with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are some of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/french-bulldog-medical-issues\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7299\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"18898\">common health issues<\/a>\u00a0that these dogs suffer from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Respiratory obstruction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knee cap popping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vertebral and skeletal problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digestive issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impaired vision or hearing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint inflammation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a Frenchie is similar to caring for an aging dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It needs constant observation and regular visits to the vet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, a French bulldog\u2019s diet has to suit its vulnerable state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Only the more expensive food varieties seem to fulfill that requirement. And even these expensive foods might need to be augmented by supplements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A sick dog doesn\u2019t just need meds and special food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also needs loving care from its human friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, if someone can\u2019t give that sweet dog the support it needs, then that\u2019s not a very good match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/French-bulldog-and-a-puppy-sleeping.webp\" alt=\"French bulldog and a puppy sleeping\" class=\"wp-image-9757\" title=\"French bulldog and a puppy sleeping\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/French-bulldog-and-a-puppy-sleeping.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/French-bulldog-and-a-puppy-sleeping-300x185.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/French-bulldog-and-a-puppy-sleeping-768x473.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/French-bulldog-and-a-puppy-sleeping-705x434.webp 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the above discussion, it\u2019s clear that there are some valid reasons why you shouldn\u2019t get a French bulldog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if there\u2019s one that needs a new home, and you believe that you can take good care of it, then that\u2019s a good reason to get a new lovely dog!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for reasons why you shouldn&#8217;t get a french bulldog? 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