Most dog breeders dream of a miniature, but at the same time brave defender. A similar description corresponds to the French Bulldog, a breed popular among breeders. Playful dogs with a massive head and short paws are true friends and great watchmen. The most common are French tiger-colored bulldogs.
Breed history
The ancestors of the "French" are English and Spanish (already non-existent species) bulldogs. Disputes between breeders are still ongoing. The British are convinced that they brought miniature fighting dogs to their land. The French prefer to think about the origin of the breed on their own territory. Initially, small and strong pets lived in the families of workers and acted as brave rat-catchers.
Over time, a charming pet penetrated the upper strata of society. In Russia, the "French" appeared in 1913. Miniature animals with a brave appearance instantly won the love of intellectuals and became frequent guests of bohemian parties. French Bulldog can not be confused with English or American counterparts. The animal is miniature in size and belongs to the decorative breeds. The characteristic features of the "Frenchman" include:
- massive massive head (flattened muzzle);
- muscular torso, broad chest;
- short strong limbs;
- tail of medium length (not subject to stopping);
- triangular protruding ears;
- expressive clever eyes of dark brown color.
Boys are larger than females. The maximum growth of males reaches 35 cm. French bulldogs live for 10-12 years. The nature of the "eared" pet is quite controversial.On the one hand, the “Frenchman” is calm and docile, and on the other, playful and wayward. Parenting needs to be dealt with from the first days of appearing in the house. Otherwise, the miniature bulldog as it grows older becomes uncontrollable.
The "French" faithfully serve the master and are incredulous about strangers. Dogs courageously protect the home and love to play with young children. However, their increased activity has "destructive" properties. For example, bulldogs like to chew on furniture and shoes.
Another feature of the "French" is the following: dogs cannot stand loneliness at all. Having been without a master for a long time, the “eared ones” begin to yearn. Alone, the psyche of the animal can be shaken.
Colors
The breed standard implies the following colors of the wool of French bulldogs:
- brindle;
- spotted;
- pale yellow.
The most common is just the tiger color, which has the following variations:
- black base decorated with red stripes;
- red background with black hairs.
French tiger-colored bulldogs have light spots on the chest and neck, and a dark mask adorns the muzzle. We can say that this color combines all the shades of fawn, red, black and bronze.
White-tiger individuals are also found. The snow-white coat of animals is decorated with black marks interspersed with red hairs. Experts say that puppies with a similar color of fur are distinguished by good health, a playful character and unpretentiousness.
Cute puppies are born with smooth, velvet and shiny hair. The color begins to appear by 3-4 months, and is fully formed only by the year. Puppies of a standard color are quite expensive and are highly appreciated by experienced dog breeders. Note that the color of miniature bulldogs does not significantly affect the nature and health of animals. but when choosing a pet, it is better to opt for the standard color of the fur. Defective "French" can suffer from genetic diseases.
The classic brindle color of the French bulldogs looks simply amazing.
Care Features
"French" tiger color require a thorough examination of the wool after each walk in the summer. The fact is that against a dark background it is quite difficult to see dangerous ticks or cuts. In addition, black fur attracts the sun's rays, so in the heat of the dog can get heat stroke. The rest of the content of the French bulldogs is not very different from the care of other dog breeds. Pet health depends on proper and balanced nutrition. "French" suitable natural and industrial feed. The diet of the animal consists of:
- lean raw meat;
- cereals (buckwheat, rice, oatmeal);
- boiled sea fish without bones;
- low-fat cottage cheese;
- boiled vegetables.
Due to physiological characteristics French bulldogs are not recommended to be fed liquid food. Dogs will inhale air with it, which will lead to colic and bloating. Industrial feed for the "French" must be purchased only from trusted manufacturers. The digestive system of dogs is quite delicate and does not accept low-quality foods. The bowl for representatives of this breed should be wide and shallow. Metal or plastic products are perfect.
The place of the pet should be warm and cozy. Drafts and dampness are contraindicated for animals - dogs easily catch a cold. In the winter, pets walk in clothes, since they have a difficult thermoregulation function. In severe frosts, French bulldogs should be kept indoors. Care for the hair of the animal should be regular.
The dog is combed out using a special brush 1-2 times a week. Soft shampoos for shorthair dogs are suitable for water procedures. The skin of the animal should not dry out, otherwise dandruff will appear.
Special attention is paid hygiene of the ears and eyes of the bulldog. The ears are cleaned with cotton buds, and the eyes are washed with special drops purchased at the pet store. In addition, do not forget about the folds on the face of the animal. After street walks, dust and particles of earth accumulate in them. Remove contamination using wet wipes. Once every 2 weeks, claws are cut to French bulldogs. If cracks appear on the paws and the dog is painful to walk, then the owner must show the pet to a specialist.
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