FAQ: When Will My French Bulldog Puppy Stop Growing?

How big will my French bulldog puppy get?

A male French Bulldog will weigh between 17 and 22 pounds at six months old and have an average weight of 18.5 pounds. A six-month-old female French Bulldog will weigh between 13 and 20 pounds with an average weight of 17 pounds. Both male and female French Bulldogs will stand around seven to nine inches on average.

How big will my Frenchie be?

French Bulldog Adults: Average Weight and Height On average, a full-bred adult French Bulldog weighs between 18 and 28 pounds and is 11 to 12 inches tall. Again, this can vary and all pups grow at different rates. Everything you need to know about French Bulldog weight can be read here.

Why is my French bulldog so big?

Totally disregarding health, size, or temperament issues. Only few reasons for oversized dogs of any breed. POOR breeding or OVER feeding or health problems. Breeding: Just because a dog has champions and purebred mother and father does NOT mean it’s well bred.

At what age do French bulldogs stop being puppies?

A French Bulldog usually stops growing at 2 years of age. However, it will reach its maximum height and length between the ages of 9 and 15 months.

Should my Frenchie sleep with me?

But you should consider sleeping with your Frenchie if he’s new to your home. If your pup sleeps in his crate overnight, he might cry loudly. In this case, I would suggest you let him sleep with you until he is well accustomed to the house and crate-trained. However, separation anxiety is not just limited to puppies.

Are Frenchies aggressive?

Frenchies are generally friendly, social, and affectionate dogs. But, if they are not trained and socialized properly, there is the risk of aggression. Even though they’re small dogs, aggression can be a real problem. Signs of aggression in Frenchies can include growling, snarling, stiff bodies, and more.

What two dogs make a French bulldog?

The French Bulldog ( French: bouledogue or bouledogue français) is a breed of domestic dog, bred to be companion dogs. The breed is the result of a cross between Toy Bulldogs imported from England, and local ratters in Paris, France, in the 1800s.

Can French bulldog be left alone?

A French Bulldog should not be left alone at home for more than 4 to 8 hours even when you have left enough food, water and they have access to a place to relieve themselves. It can be utterly frustrating to come home to destruction and upsetting to see your Frenchie in such distress.

Do Frenchies sleep alot?

Frenchie puppies just human babies tend to sleep a lot than their adult counterparts. As they age, they require less sleep. Adult Frenchies roughly spend 10-13 hours sleeping per day. The rest of the time they spend playing, running around, ‘chilling’ on the sofa and more.

How do Frenchies show affection?

Frenchies will happily show their affection for you by giving you big, sloppy kisses. Although this is behavior that you may want to train your dog out of, especially if they have a habit of jumping up and licking your mouth, this is nonetheless a clear indicator that they love and respect you.

How do I know if my French bulldog is purebred?

Check for “bat ears”. French bulldogs have recognizable perked ears with wide bases and rounded tips. The ears are not too close together and rest high atop the dog’s head. A purebred French bulldog will almost certainly have bat ears.

Why you should not get a French bulldog?

The French Bulldog is not a dog that should be owned by someone who is not going to be around for the vast majority of the day. It needs and loves your company and without you around, it may quickly start to suffer from separation anxiety which can lead to other, more serious health problems.

How often should you bathe a French bulldog puppy?

Most pet owners choose to bathe their french bull dog puppy with water and soap / shampoo once a month or once in a fortnight (every two weeks or so). In between that dry shampoo is a good way to maintain puppy hygiene.

Are black Frenchies rare?

Other colors considered rare in French Bulldogs are the black and tan (like a Doberman), and the all black with no trace of brindle. The blue color is the biggest trend of all for Frenchies. They’re being bred and sold so quickly that there are waiting lists for the puppies.