Companion · France / England
French Bulldog
A compact, comic and deeply attached city companion with modest exercise needs and real health considerations.
- Typical lifespan
- 9–12 years
- Estimated annual cost
- €1500–2600
Strengths
- Excellent for apartment living
- Low exercise requirement
- Affectionate and people-focused
- Quiet compared to most small breeds
Things to consider
- Breathing difficulties in heat and exertion
- Higher lifetime veterinary costs
- Dislikes being left alone
- Choose breeders who prioritise health testing
Traits
Size
Energy
Exercise needs
Mental stimulation
Trainability
Sociability
Affection
Independence
Good with children
Good with other dogs
Apartment suitability
Tolerance of being alone
Shedding
Grooming
Barking
First-time owner suitability
Some people with allergies may find lower-shedding breeds easier to live with, but no dog breed is completely allergy-free.