About the Breed
Quite distinct in appearance from the English Bulldog is the French version, with its brindle colour and large bat ears. English efforts to breed small but sound bulldogs had failed, so in 1894 Mr. Krehl imported several small active bulldogs with upstanding ears from France. These were not well received by English breeders who had been beaten at their own game. However, the French Bulldog Club of England was formed in 1902 and fostered such interest in the breed that by 1910 it had become well established. In America, it reached its heyday during 1900-10. In the middle of the nineteenth century, bulldogs were among the most popular dogs in England, especially in urban areas. Various strains were available and among these were miniature forms, which appear to have been common in the Midlands. These appealed particularly to French breeders and a number were in all likelihood exported to France during this period.
From France these dogs were taken to the United States. While European breeders tended to favour the floppy or ‘rose’ ear characteristic of the Bulldog itself, American enthusiasts preferred to breed these smaller bulldogs with upright, bat-type ears. These dogs were brought to England about 1900, and a dispute promptly broke out over their name because it was felt in some quarters that the term ‘bull-dog’ could only be associated with a British breed.
Agreement was finally reached, however, and today the French Bulldog is highly appreciated both as a pet and by breeders. Its facial changes are less extreme than those presently associated with the Bulldog. It does not snuffle to the same extent, nor is it as susceptible to heat exhaustion. Even so, it is not a great lover of exercise, and will be content with a short walk each day, broken by a brief period off the leash. You may need to watch for occasional signs of localized infection in its facial creases, but this can be dealt with effectively through treatment by your veterinarian.
Height 12 in (30.5 cm)
Weight about 28 lb (12.7 kg) for dogs and 24 lb. for bitches.
Coat type/colour Coat short, smooth and fine. Colour all brindles (dark preferred), fawns and pieds. Head square and broad, ears large and bat; tail short and thick at the base.

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