Bad points 👎

Although frenchies are my favourite breed like other breeds they have some bad points.

Snorting – If you are bothered by loud breathers or people who snore, then a french bulldog probably isn’t for you. Since they are smush face dogs (aka brachycephalic) their breathing is labored sounding all of the time. For frenchies that constantly snort there is medical help they can get, an operation on their nostrils and soft pallet. But if your like me, i am just used to it by now owning two of them!

 Poopy bums – This doesn’t happen to every french bulldog but I have noticed that it is fairly common in the bulldogs that don’t have tails and have free access to a garden. Don't leave the house without baby wipes, be prepared. For frenchies that only get taken out every 3/4 hours they shouldn't really have this problem. Also frenchies have sensitive stomachs so take time in finding the right food for them. My two are on a raw diet and i swear by it as the wheat and grain in dry food didn't agree with my oldest one.

 Health problems – Since these dogs have such curved spines it is very common for them to have back and neck problems when they get older.

Another problem is their giant eyeballs – While they are adorable when staring up at you with those big eyes, those eyes are also a death trap for floating debris. It’s also really easy to accidentally poke their eyes when playing with them. Be careful and it shouldn’t be a problem.

 Hip dyplasia is a heritable condition in which the femur doesn't fit snugly into the pelvic socket of the hip joint. Hip dysplasia can exist with or without clinical signs. Some dogs exhibit pain and lameness on one or both rear legs. As the dog ages, arthritis can develop. Dogs with hip dysplasia should not be bred. Ask the breeder for proof that the parents have been tested for hip dysplasia and found to be free of problems.

Hemivertebrae: This is a malformation of one or more vertebrae that causes it to be shaped like a wedge or triangle. This malformation can occur on its own or with other vertebrae malformations. Hemivertebra can cause no problems, or it can put pressure on the spinal cord. This can lead to pain, weakness, and or paralysis. There is no treatment for the condition unless there is spinal cord pressure.

Allergies! It is VERY common for these little guys to have allergies (mostly skin allergies). Some people give their frenchies 1/2 a piriton a day for allergies which I've heard to work pretty well.

Be prepared for expensive vet bills! If you can’t afford medical costs for your frenchie, the this breed probably isn't for you. It’s not fair for the dog to suffer because you can’t pay the bills. Plus don’t let them jump off couches or bed, this could be a contributing factor to back problems. I can not stress enough how IMPORTANT dog insurance is!!!

Stubborn – Frenchies have very strong personalities and while they are loving and obedient if trained properly they still have a nastily little stubborn streak. Be prepared for some battles.

Strength – Often, frenchies don’t know their own strength. Be very very careful with them around small dogs and small children. Because they are top heavy you'd be surprised of their strength.

Avoid hard wood floors – They slip and slide and can barely balance as it is with their odd shaped bodies. Plus I think the hard floor is tough on their joints.

You wont believe me when i say this but it is extremely common in males to masturbate, yes that's right, masturbate! Frenchies are brachycephalic dogs which mean they can't reach down to clean their genital area so what seems to be them masturbating is actually them cleaning themselves! Don't be fooled when people say that neutering will stop it.. it won't! Its not a pleasure thing its personal hygiene.

Drool – If you can’t handle drool on everything you own then maybe you should consider another breed.

Respiratory - over a period of many many years the breed has changed quite alot, although back then their faces wasn't so squashed and they was a bit taller, years of changing have made their faces get more and more squashed up. This makes them vunerable to heat! They can not regulate their body temperature like other dogs, so the best time to walk them in the summer is mornings and evenings, although you can buy them cool coats to wear if you do take them out when its hot.

Be prepared to give your heart and soul away. While the above covers the difficulties you may encounter while having a frenchie, I can’t even put into words the joy, love, and entertainment you will get from these furry little slobber faces. Like i have said previously frenchies have more personality than most humans. There is never a day that goes by where they won't bust you up with laughter. Once you go french you never go back