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French Bulldog

small

Playful, adaptable, and smart companion dogs with a distinctive bat-like ear shape.

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Adult Weight
16-28 lbs
Lifespan
10-12 years
Temperament
Playful, Adaptable, Smart
Exercise
30 minutes daily
Energy Level
Trainability
Shedding
Family Friendly

Growth Chart

Track Your Puppy

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AgeWeight RangeAverage
0 weeks
0 months
0 - 0 lbs0 lbs
4 weeks
0 months
2 - 3 lbs3 lbs
8 weeks
1 months
4 - 7 lbs5 lbs
12 weeks
2 months
6 - 10 lbs8 lbs
16 weeks
3 months
8 - 14 lbs11 lbs
20 weeks
4 months
10 - 17 lbs14 lbs
24 weeks
5 months
12 - 21 lbs16 lbs
28 weeks
6 months
13 - 23 lbs18 lbs
32 weeks
7 months
14 - 24 lbs19 lbs
36 weeks
8 months
14 - 25 lbs19 lbs
40 weeks
9 months
15 - 25 lbs20 lbs
44 weeks
10 months
15 - 26 lbs21 lbs
48 weeks
11 months
16 - 27 lbs21 lbs
52 weeks
12 months
16 - 28 lbs22 lbs

Developmental Milestones

0-2 weeks

Physical Development
Eyes and ears closed, depends on mother
Behavioral Development
Limited movement, nursing

2-4 weeks

Physical Development
Eyes and ears open, teeth begin to emerge
Behavioral Development
Starts walking, exploring

4-8 weeks

Physical Development
Weaning begins, rapid growth
Behavioral Development
Socialization with littermates, play behavior

8-12 weeks

Physical Development
Baby teeth fully in, growth continues
Behavioral Development
Critical socialization period, fear imprint period

3-6 months

Physical Development
Adult teeth coming in, puberty begins
Behavioral Development
Testing boundaries, second fear period

6-12 months

Physical Development
Sexual maturity, growth slowing
Behavioral Development
Adolescence, energy peaks

12-18 months

Physical Development
Reaches adult size, growth plates close
Behavioral Development
Mental maturity developing

Age Progression Gallery

See how French Bulldogs develop from puppies to adults

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8 Weeks

Puppy - Early socialization stage

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3 Months

Growing fast - Learning phase

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6 Months

Adolescent - Energetic stage

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Adult

Full grown - Mature and stable

Note: Photos shown are representative placeholders. Individual dogs may vary in appearance based on genetics, diet, and care.

Care Requirements

Grooming

Low - weekly brushing, facial fold cleaning

Exercise

30 minutes daily

Common Health Issues

  • • Brachycephalic syndrome
  • • Hip dysplasia
  • • Allergies