French Bulldog
The little critters can be very stubborn and feisty but are devoted to their loved ones. Often like a little shadow French Bulldogs can be seen following their owners around whenever they leave the room. My Mother used to have a French Bull Dog named Colby.
Some reasons why I wouldn’t want to own a french bull dog:
# Shedding. For such a short haired dog, French Bulldogs shed more than you might think. Their short coarse hairs come off on your hands when you pet them, and stick tenaciously to your carpeting, upholstery, and clothing.
# French Bulldog sounds. Most French Bulldogs snort, snuffle, wheeze, grunt, and snore loudly. The sounds are endearing to some people; nerve-wracking to others.
# Slobbering. Many French Bulldogs, especially those with loose jowls, slobber and drool, especially after eating or drinking.
# Housebreaking. French Bulldogs tend to resist being told what to do, and housebreaking is no exception. Expect four to 12 months of consistent crate training.
# They stink. Gassiness (flatulence) that can send you running for cover. Fortunately, French Bulldogs who are fed a natural diet of real meat and other fresh foods have much less trouble with gassiness.
# Serious health problems. Many French Bulldogs struggle to breathe in hot or humid weather. In the summer they should be kept in air-conditioning and supervised during outside activity so they don’t over-exert themselves and become overheated. An alarming number of French Bulldogs suffer from joint diseases, spinal disorders, and heart defects. Their compromised respiratory system makes it very risky to anesthetize them safely.
