In looking for something to post today, I ran across this photo of my male frenchie who is still a puppy at 6.5 months and couldn't resist posting as he gives us so much joy. Here is a "run-down" on the French Bulldog.
Often described as "a clown in the cloak of a philosopher," the French Bulldog originated as, and continues to be used as a companion dog. The breed is small and muscular with heavy bone structure, a smooth coat, a short face and trademark "bat" ears. Prized for their affectionate natures and even dispositions, they are generally active and alert, but not unduly boisterous. Frenchies can be brindle, fawn, white, and brindle and white.
A Look BackLacemakers in 19th Century Nottingham, England selectively bred the early bulldog for a downsized or "toy" bulldog, for use as a lap pet. When the Industrial Revolution displaced some lacemakers to France, they took the dogs with them, and soon the "toy" bulldogs became popular in France, where wealthy Americans doing the Grand Tour saw and fell in love with them. In the late 1800s these "toy bulldogs" became known as French Bulldogs.
Frenchies are indoor dogs, but require air conditioning in warm weather. While good at alerting their owners to danger (Look! The UPS Guy is coming!), their main role is that of lap warmer. The Frenchie requires minimal exercise and grooming.
At Our House? Buster and Frannie play tag and chase all the time and are so much fun to watch. They run like they are being chased by the devil only to look around and see no one is pursuing. They immediately stop and look for some sucker to come play tag with them. If no one volunteers, the game stops.
3 comments:
I love love love that face! But still, a photograph just cannot convey all the personality of that little guy. You are owned by two very precious little dogs.
Cindi
The title of this one should be: Don't Mess with Me! You really captured the moment.
He's such a sweet thing and so curious. Who knew a fig leaf could be so much fun!!
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