AKC Standard
French Bulldogs
Brindle, Pied, Cream & Fawn
Preservation of the breed standard with focus on excellent health, structure & temperament.
Preservation of the breed standard with focus on excellent health, structure & temperament.
The Breed Standard
The AKC states that the French Bulldog should have the appearance of an active, intelligent, muscular dog of heavy bone, smooth coat, compact build, and medium to small structure, that is well proportioned. It’s expression is alert, curious, and interested.
French Bulldogs are fairly small, 28 pounds or less, so they can function as lap dogs. They have a bully head which is large and square, generally being more pronounced in males than in females. Their two most noted features are (1) their characteristic bat-ears, which are broad at the base, elongated, with round top, set high on the head but not too close together, and carried erect with the orifice to the front, and (2) their short tail which is either straight or screwed.
The neck is thick and well arched with loose skin at the throat. The body is short and well rounded. The chest is broad, deep, and full; well ribbed with the belly tucked up. The forelegs are short, stout, straight, muscular, and wide apart. The hind legs are strong, muscular and longer than the forelegs, so as to elevate the loins above the shoulders.
The coat is moderately fine, brilliant, short, and smooth. The skin is soft and loose, especially at the head and shoulders, forming wrinkles. Standard colors are fawn, cream, pied, brindle and are all acceptable colors in the AKC show ring.
French Bulldogs are fairly small, 28 pounds or less, so they can function as lap dogs. They have a bully head which is large and square, generally being more pronounced in males than in females. Their two most noted features are (1) their characteristic bat-ears, which are broad at the base, elongated, with round top, set high on the head but not too close together, and carried erect with the orifice to the front, and (2) their short tail which is either straight or screwed.
The neck is thick and well arched with loose skin at the throat. The body is short and well rounded. The chest is broad, deep, and full; well ribbed with the belly tucked up. The forelegs are short, stout, straight, muscular, and wide apart. The hind legs are strong, muscular and longer than the forelegs, so as to elevate the loins above the shoulders.
The coat is moderately fine, brilliant, short, and smooth. The skin is soft and loose, especially at the head and shoulders, forming wrinkles. Standard colors are fawn, cream, pied, brindle and are all acceptable colors in the AKC show ring.
Temperament
The AKC describes their temperament as well behaved, adaptable, and comfortable companions with an affectionate nature and even disposition; generally active, alert, and playful, but not boisterous. Frenchies absolutely love people and crave attention, but don’t constantly demand it. A French Bulldog will comfortably sit or lay at your feet, or in your lap if you prefer, or they will roll around with the little ones with great patience and never complain. Even though Frenchies are not excessive barkers compared to other breeds, they do make good watchdogs. They are alert and can become somewhat territorial and protective.
Preservation
A preservation breeder breeds strictly to the breed standard. They breed "for themselves" first, not to just produce puppies and make money. They don't have a lot of litters and each breeding is carefully and thoughtfully planned not just for the "here and now" but for generations to come. A preservation breeder will usually keep a puppy from every breeding because after all, they are breeding for themselves. They will sometimes "grow puppies out" instead of rushing to sell.
Why buy from a Preservation Breeder?
A preservation breeder is a lifelong resource for the new owner. They usually stay in touch with the puppy buyer, or at least know where each and every puppy is throughout their life. They will ALWAYS take back any puppy they've bred if the situation warrants. A preservation breeder will have their contact info as a lifelong POC on the microchip, so if the dog is ever found in a shelter, they can get that dog to safety, either back with owners if situation warrants, or back to them. A preservation breeder genuinely cares for each and every puppy they've ever bred, and will do right by their dogs at all costs.
Why buy from a Preservation Breeder?
A preservation breeder is a lifelong resource for the new owner. They usually stay in touch with the puppy buyer, or at least know where each and every puppy is throughout their life. They will ALWAYS take back any puppy they've bred if the situation warrants. A preservation breeder will have their contact info as a lifelong POC on the microchip, so if the dog is ever found in a shelter, they can get that dog to safety, either back with owners if situation warrants, or back to them. A preservation breeder genuinely cares for each and every puppy they've ever bred, and will do right by their dogs at all costs.
AKC French Bulldog Information
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AKC French Bulldogs, Standard French Bulldogs, French Bulldog Puppies
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AKC French Bulldogs, Standard French Bulldogs, French Bulldog Puppies