Are French Bulldogs hard to breed?

As you can imagine, French Bulldogs are hard to breed, and it can also be very expensive. Given that the breed is characterised by narrow hips and large heads, the pregnancy as a whole as well as the process of giving birth is extremely risky for the mother – again, it is possible, but is strongly discouraged by vets.

How many litters can a French bulldog have in a lifetime?

Most French Bulldogs can have 4 litters in total. Any more than that and you will be placing the health of the mother at risk. Some irresponsible breeders will try to have more than 4 litters from their female.

When is it safe to breed a French Bulldog?

French Bulldog male (stud dog) For a French Bulldog stud or male dog, technically it is safe to allow them to breed as soon as they reach sexual maturity. This usually occurs around the age of six months depending on the specific dog’s genetics, health, and background.

What was the original purpose of the French Bulldog?

French bulldogs were originally bred for English bullfighting in the 1800s. In 1835 bullbaiting was outlawed and this meant the bulldog breed no longer had a purpose, so many began to breed them with terries and other small breeds to create a companion bulldog.

What should I look for in a French Bulldog?

Choose dogs with good breeding histories. To breed French Bulldog puppies, you need to choose dogs that have a good health history, and who have characteristics you would like to pass onto puppies. Think about physical characteristics, like size and color, along with other qualities like temperament and personality.

Are there any health issues with French Bulldogs?

The French bulldog breed is notoriously famous for its boatload of health issues: some an inherited like von Willebrand’s Disease, some are just here because of the breed’s morphology like the brachycephalic airway obstructive syndrome, and others may simply appear later in your Frenchie’s life like distichiasis.

What is the average lifespan of a French Bulldog?

The average French Bulldog lifespan is between 9 and 12 years. They are quite adorable, but unfortunately, they are prone to a wide range of health concerns.

What age can you start breeding French Bulldogs?

When can French Bulldogs breed and what age should they have to be? Frenchies can safely breed from the ages of 2 and a half years up to 8 years of age. At this point they will have gone through a number of heat cycles and will be ready to breed. This beautiful little girl is not old enough to be bred yet.

What age is a Frenchie full grown?

On average, French Bulldogs tend to grow to their full size (height at the withers and length from the base of their neck to their rear-end) between the ages of 9 months to a year, and then they tend to “fill in” and bulk-up during their second year, fully maturing by the time they’re around 2.

What is a standard French Bulldog?

A standard-sized French Bulldog is between 11 and 13 inches tall at the shoulder and should weigh under 28 pounds.

How many litters can a French Bulldog have?

How many litters can a French Bulldog have? Most French Bulldogs can have 4 litters in total. Any more than that and you will be placing the health of the mother at risk. Some irresponsible breeders will try to have more than 4 litters from their female.