The French Bulldog… Though the French Bulldog’s ancestry is still hotly debated, most dog experts agree that a throng of toy-sized English bulldogs were sent to France during the 19th century to mix with various French breeds and create the Boule-Dog Francais. The goal was to create a lap dog. Even back then, opinions differed…
Start out with a positive attitude… The first weeks of your new puppy’s life with you will be busy and demanding. There may be times when you wonder…What was I thinking? Things will go better if you have patience and keep your sense of humor. Remember that puppyhood only happens once. The extra effort you…
Spring is in the air and Easter will be here before we know it. This year, include your beloved furry little members of the family in all the festivities and yes, we mean more than the obligatory bunny ears photo op! This year why not throw an Easter egg hunt for your dogs? Their keen…
Wondering if a French Bulldog is right for you? In this post, we will discuss many aspects of their personality and find out exactly why they make such great pets. We don’t need to get into looks, anyone can see they are adorable. We are going to focus on the inner beauty of this breed…
Give each other some space… My French bulldogs don’t understand some of my hobbies, like Facebook or reading. I don’t grasp the joy they get from chasing birds or rolling in mud. (Really?) Still, we get along splendidly. In fact, having time for each of us to pursue our individual hobbies keeps us happy and well balanced.…
Be Loyal French Bulldogs don’t complain to their friends when we leave dirty dishes in the sink, gain a few pounds or show up late for an evening walk. I’ve never seen a French bulldog make someone look bad. Normally they make us look better. At least that is what ours think! Learn from your…
Be yourself In the words of the great sage RuPaul, “If you can’t love yourself, how… you gonna love somebody else?” Dogs have no interest in being anyone but themselves. I think this is why they can show affection so easily. They don’t want to impress. They just want to love. Let’s show that we are Thankful…
Don’t forget to have fun I have never met a French bulldog who was too busy to have fun,,but I have met plenty of people who are. (And at times, I’ve been one.) Life is too short not to play and feel good with those we care about.
Show love in big and small ways From laying their heads on our laps while we watch a movie to barking wildly and running in circles when we take them to the park, our French bulldogs let us know we are loved every single day.
Embrace the power of silence Listening is hard work. Many of us (myself included) spend more time waiting for a turn to speak than paying attention to what others are telling us. Our dogs are never waiting to talk. They simply cock their heads and try their best to understand our message. You have to love that!