{"id":10700,"date":"2022-05-12T07:23:59","date_gmt":"2022-05-12T07:23:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/?p=10700"},"modified":"2023-08-01T13:32:23","modified_gmt":"2023-08-01T13:32:23","slug":"when-do-french-bulldog-puppies-start-walking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/when-do-french-bulldog-puppies-start-walking\/","title":{"rendered":"When Do French Bulldog Puppies Start Walking?"},"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\/When-Do-French-Bulldog-Puppies-Start-Walking-featured-image.jpg\" alt=\"girl holding a French bulldog\" class=\"wp-image-10715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/When-Do-French-Bulldog-Puppies-Start-Walking-featured-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/When-Do-French-Bulldog-Puppies-Start-Walking-featured-image-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/When-Do-French-Bulldog-Puppies-Start-Walking-featured-image-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/When-Do-French-Bulldog-Puppies-Start-Walking-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\">When Do French Bulldog Puppies Start Walking?<\/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 1, 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=\"5878\">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>French Bulldogs can easily adapt to any living space, and this is one of the reasons why they\u2019re extremely popular as apartment dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They\u2019re also affectionate, easy-going, and get along well with kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a nursing Frenchie or have recently adopted a puppy, you need to be aware of the growth milestones to keep track of your pup\u2019s development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, when do French Bulldog puppies start walking?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep on reading to learn more about this.<\/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=\"#when-do-french-bulldog-puppies-start-walking\">When Do French Bulldog Puppies Start Walking?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#do-french-bulldog-puppies-need-to-go-for-walks\">Do French Bulldog Puppies Need to Go for Walks?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#how-much-walking-do-french-bulldog-puppies-need\">How Much Walking Do French Bulldog Puppies Need?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#wrap-up\">Wrap Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-do-french-bulldog-puppies-start-walking\">When Do French Bulldog Puppies Start Walking?<\/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-being-petted.jpg\" alt=\"French Bulldog laying down being petted\" class=\"wp-image-10711\" title=\"French Bulldog laying down being petted\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-Bulldog-laying-down-being-petted.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-Bulldog-laying-down-being-petted-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-Bulldog-laying-down-being-petted-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-Bulldog-laying-down-being-petted-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>During the first weeks of their lives, French Bulldog puppies will be helpless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They\u2019re born deaf and blind, and they need consistent attention from their mother.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a pet owner, you should make sure that the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbspettravel.co.uk\/blog\/what-to-do-if-your-dog-rejects-her-puppies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5879\">mother is able to take care of all the litter<\/a>&nbsp;and that she\u2019s keeping them warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The puppies\u2019 eyes begin to open by the time they\u2019re two or three weeks old, and they usually cuddle with each other because they\u2019re still unable to control their body temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, at this time, your Frenchie puppies will become more alert and start to stand up on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The puppies will still be weak, and they won\u2019t try to wander away from the mother.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the age of three weeks, your French Bulldog puppies will be more active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They might start playing with each other or even climb out of the bed where the mother is keeping them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy French Bulldog puppies should be able to walk, run, and play by the time they\u2019re four weeks old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice that one of the puppies isn\u2019t moving properly, then you need to take it to the vet for a thorough checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though puppies start walking by the time they\u2019re one month old, they\u2019re still weak and won\u2019t have much energy for long hours of playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is why you need to make sure that they\u2019re always able to get back to the bed for rest when they need to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-french-bulldog-puppies-need-to-go-for-walks\">Do French Bulldog Puppies Need to Go for Walks?<\/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-Puppy-being-held-on-the-air.jpg\" alt=\"French Bulldog Puppy being held on the air\" class=\"wp-image-10712\" title=\"French Bulldog Puppy being held on the air\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-Bulldog-Puppy-being-held-on-the-air.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-Bulldog-Puppy-being-held-on-the-air-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-Bulldog-Puppy-being-held-on-the-air-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/French-Bulldog-Puppy-being-held-on-the-air-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>French Bulldogs are highly adaptable and can live in small apartments, and this is the main reason why some people think that these dogs are lazy and don\u2019t need much exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this is not true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a matter of fact, all dogs, including French Bulldogs, need to exercise and walk daily for their physical and mental development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These dogs have a lot of energy, and if you don\u2019t walk your Frenchie regularly, it will suffer from boredom and anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bored dogs can also engage in destructive behavioral patterns like chewing on furniture pieces, digging, barking, and licking the paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exercising and walking should be part of your puppy\u2019s life as soon as it starts walking with no issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some reasons why you should walk or play with your French Bulldog puppy every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Going for walks is essential to promote the natural pack instincts of the puppy. It activates the basic instinct of leaving the den and looking for food that the dog\u2019s ancestors had in the past.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Puppies that don\u2019t exercise and go for weight often are likely to put on weight. Obesity is a serious problem that&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/vcahospitals.com\/know-your-pet\/obesity-in-dogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5880\">leads to several health issues<\/a>, including bone issues, cardiovascular diseases, and skin infections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exercising and walking outside is essential for the puppy\u2019s mental stimulation. A puppy needs to leave the house to get to know the environment and understand the things around. Walking and playing provide the puppy with essential mental stimulation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have a little puppy that you\u2019re taking care of, walking and exercising provide an excellent opportunity for your Frenchie to interact with other puppies and dogs. Early socialization is essential for the dog\u2019s mental and emotional health and guarantees that it will be able to tolerate other pets in the house later on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exercising your French Bulldog is your chance to teach and practice obedience skills. You\u2019ll be able to teach your dog how to behave in specific situations, enforcing good behavior.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking and all sorts of exercise and play will strengthen your relationship with your French Bulldog puppy. Without this kind of interaction, your puppy will feel emotionally deprived and might suffer from anxiety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bf01ede9\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-8deeea5f\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d9845efa\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d9845efa\">\n\n<p class=\"p_nomargin_bottom\"><strong>You may also want to read:<br><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/best-dog-food-for-german-shepherds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5881\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/best-harness-french-bulldog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5882\">The 5 Best French Bulldog Harnesses (Puppy &amp; Adult)<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-32f0d868\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-32f0d868\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill btn_read_more has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/best-harness-french-bulldog\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#eaa802;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5883\"><strong>Read More<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-much-walking-do-french-bulldog-puppies-need\">How Much Walking Do French Bulldog Puppies Need?<\/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\/two-French-bulldog-being-walked-by-owner.jpg\" alt=\"two French bulldog being walked by owner\" class=\"wp-image-10716\" title=\"two French bulldog being walked by owner\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/two-French-bulldog-being-walked-by-owner.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/two-French-bulldog-being-walked-by-owner-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/two-French-bulldog-being-walked-by-owner-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/two-French-bulldog-being-walked-by-owner-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Walking your puppy is essential for its health, but you need to determine how much time your puppy should be walking, depending on its age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At a very young age, puppies have weak joints and bones, so too much walking will actually cause pain and might even injure the dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a guide on how much walking your puppy needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>At two weeks old, it\u2019s best to let the puppy when it feels comfortable. The puppy is still fragile, and it needs to spend most of its time cuddled by the mother, so walking around might hurt it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At four weeks old, the puppy will be more playful. Although it might walk more around the house, taking it for regular walks isn\u2019t recommended because it has a weak immune system and might get sick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At two months old, you can start talking to the puppies outside for about 5 minutes. This can be done once a day and increased to twice a day if you feel that your puppies can tolerate it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At four months old, the puppy is able to tolerate being outside. A short walk of 10 to 12 minutes will be able to stimulate its body and mind.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At five months old, a French Bulldog puppy can walk for up to 15 minutes at a time. You can take your puppy for two walks a day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At seven months old, you can take your puppy for 20-minute walks once or twice a day, depending on the weather.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At nine months old, your puppy can go for long walks. A 30-minute walk twice a day will be enough to keep your Frenchie stimulated and entertained.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An adult Frenchie enjoys going for 30-minute walks once or twice a day, although some dogs might be more active and will need longer walks or play sessions. As your dog gets older, you need to pay attention to its health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Too much walking can harm your French Bulldog if it suffers from arthritis or another bone problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wrap-up\">Wrap Up<\/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\/happy-girl-holding-two-french-bulldog.jpg\" alt=\"happy girl holding two French bulldog\" class=\"wp-image-10713\" title=\"happy girl holding two French bulldog\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/happy-girl-holding-two-french-bulldog.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/happy-girl-holding-two-french-bulldog-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/happy-girl-holding-two-french-bulldog-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/happy-girl-holding-two-french-bulldog-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>French Bulldog puppies are born completely helpless, but they start moving around when they\u2019re about two weeks old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, you\u2019ll be able to see the puppies moving more often, and they can start walking around the house when they\u2019re one month old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular walks and exercise are essential for your Frenchie\u2019s health, but you need to schedule and plan walking sessions according to the puppy\u2019s health and age.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering when do french bulldogs start walking? 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