French Bulldog Puppy Training Manual

Breed profile

Training group

Brachycephalic dogs

Origin

Developed in England and France as a companion dog.

Shoulder height

27–35 cm

Weight

8–14 kg

Coat

Short coat

Coat care

Keep handling calm and gradual, with particular attention to comfortable touch around the mouth, nose and facial folds.

Drive keywords

Living closely with people · Play · Food

Handling practice

Condition touch around the mouth, nose and facial folds in tiny, voluntary steps: brief touch, marker, reward, then release before the puppy pulls away. · Teach bat-ear checks and nail care as two voluntary routines. For ears, show the hand, briefly lift the ear edge, mark, reward and release; never probe or force cleaning. For nails, build paw touch, one-second holds and tool presentation before attempting one nail. Sudden discomfort, redness or discharge needs veterinary advice.

General reference range only; individual dogs vary considerably.