Thursday, October 6, 2016

Some Information On French Bulldog Missouri

By Susan Barnes


Having a pet is one of the greatest experiences one can have to show their nurturing side as well as having a good companion in life. Right now you may be searching for a pet, whether it is a dog or a cat, to give you such company and companionship. In fact you may be thinking of visiting one of the French bulldog Missouri establishments to get a puppy or two. Before you do so, please read on for some background information on this breed.

This breed can proudly trace its lineage down to the mastiffs in the ancient Greek area. These dogs were used as fighting dogs in the bloody sport of bull baiting, where they were made to fight bulls to the death. As the sport became more popular in Europe, these dogs were widely distributed by Phoenician traders. As the sport became illegal, these dogs were later on made into pets and household companions.

This breed has a more compact and wider body than its British relative, the British bulldog. It does of course still have short legs and same characteristic pug face, but it does sport ears that are characteristically erect most if not all of the time. Lacking typical mastiff alpha male behavior like the British bully, it is safe to keep this breed with other animals as well as small children.

It is a dog however that requires a lot of attention, hand in hand with it being a great companion. Should this breed feel that it is not getting all the attention that it deserves, it will let out an ululating sound to let you know. French bully owners call this sound the French death yodel. Females of this breed are also known to be very protective of those they care for, especially their young.

On the exercise side they are fairly low maintenance, as they can adapt well to small spaces and living areas. They are quite happy being plain lazy and not move the whole day, but it is recommended that they at least get 30 minutes of walking outside daily. No doubt, this breed can be considered as one of the ultimate indoor dogs.

Temperature regulation is a major health concern for this breed. Its snub nose and compact airway make it difficult to adjust in very hot and very cold temperatures. This dog has been known to die in temperature extremes. Thus to save yourself the heartache, do not take on this breed unless you live in a country with a temperate climate.

Sadly this dog does not have a very long lifespan. It only has a lifespan of 8 to 10 years, but this can be extended somewhat with extra loving care and maintenance, particularly with good nutrition. It is also a breed that will suffer from cataracts as it ages.

This article has thus covered some very important items regarding the French bulldog. Remember that taking on a new or additional pet entails a lot of responsibility and commitment and should not bet taken lightly.




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