French Bulldog Care Kit

  French Bulldog Care Kit 

Leashes & Harnesses

Features

French bulldogs have an extremely flat face. This makes it especially easy for them to choke themselves on leash. It’s important to walk with:

• A safe harness.
• A durable and comfortable material.
• A 14 – 20″ chest fit (measure your Frenchie).
• Avoid dangerous retractable leashes.

Expert Picks

• Freedom No-Pull Harness – Clip your leash to the chest or the back on this harness.
• Pet Lover’s Club Heavy Duty Leash – Lightweight six-foot leash with heavy-duty material. Also features a padded handle for comfort.

Basic Toys

Features

French bulldogs love to play! You want dog toys that are:

• Variable.
• Hard to destroy.
• Interactive!

Expert Picks

• TUFFY – This tough little toy lets you play tug or toss the toy across the room for extra fun.
• Mammoth Flossy Toys – This tough knotted rope also cleans your pup’s teeth!

Mentally Stimulating Toys

Features

This little breed tends to get a reputation as a rabble-rouser. Keep your dog out of trouble by keeping their brain busy with activities that:

• Take a long time.
• Encourage critical thinking.
• Utilize natural foraging behaviors.

Expert Picks

• KONG Wobbler – For best results, fill with your dog’s kibble!
• KONG Extreme Dog Toy – You can fill this pumpkin and peanut butter, toss it in the fridge, and let your dog do the work getting the food out!

Chews

Features

Another great way to keep your Frenchie occupied is to provide chews. Pick ones that are:

• High-value and tasty.
• Take a long time to chew.
• Easy to digest.

Expert Picks

• Braided Bully Stick – Braided bully sticks take much longer to chew!
• Himalayan Dog Chew – This unique chews are specially made with yak’s milk.

Dog Beds

Features

Provide your pup with a great place to rest. Choose a bed that’s:

• Supportive.
• Comfortable.
• Easy to clean.

Expert Picks

• Pet Craft Supply Co. Bed – Machine washable, memory foam, self-warming, and affordable!
• AmazonBasics Self Warming Pet Bed – Another affordable, self-warming bed for your pup.

Dog Crates

Features

With their mischevious nature, your Frenchie is likely to get into trouble while you’re away. Keep them safe with a crate that is:

• Secure.
• Appropriate-sized.
• Comes with a divider.

Expert Picks

• MidWest Homes Crate – Comes with a divider, roller feet, and double doors.
• Dog Crate Starter Kit – This kit provides a crate, cover, bowls, and a crate pad for your pup.

Dog Treats

Features

Teach your French bulldog new things using treats that are:

• High-value.
• Made with protein.
• Varied.

Expert Picks

• Blue Buffalo Bits – These come in a variety of flavors. For best results, break into even smaller pieces!

• Zuke’s Training Treats – Also come in several different flavors. Good, bite-sized training treats.

Travel Supplies

Features

What’s the fun of having a small breed dog if you can’t bring them with you everywhere! When you travel with your dog, ensure you have:

• A travel crate.
• Appropriate supplies.
• A way to clean up after your pet.

Expert Picks

• 2PET Foldable Dog Crate – A great soft crate to keep your dog safe in the car.
• Earth Rated Poop Bags – Clean up after your pup using these recycled bags.
• Deyace Dog Water Bottle – Always keep your dog hydrated. This bottle comes with a built-in bowl.

Anxiety Reduction

Features

If your dog develops any anxious behaviors, try:

• Compressing materials
• Increasing mental stimulation.
• Providing high-value chews.

Expert Picks

• IQ Treat Ball – This treat ball will keep your pup busy and help reduce anxiety.
• ThunderShirt – Uses compression technology to reduce anxiety.

Housebreaking

Features

Sometimes these little dogs can be difficult to housetrain. Always make sure you:

• Use your crate.
• Place gates to keep your dog within sight.
• Supervise like a hawk!

Expert Picks

• MidWest Homes Crate – For best results, use the divider to reduce the size of the crate if your dog has accidents inside.
• Glad for Pets Charcoal Puppy Pads – Make sure you only use these pads if you leave for longer than your dog can hold their bladder!
• Wooden Pet Gate – This aesthetically pleasing gate is easy to move from room to room.

Dog Foods

Features

Your Frenchie needs quality food to keep them happy and healthy. Look for food with:

• A high protein percentage.
• A hypoallergenic protein source.
• Wholesome ingredients.

Expert Picks

• Amazon Brand Wag – This salmon-flavored food features a 35% protein content.
• Nutro Wholesome Essentials – This lamb and chicken flavored food features a 22% protein content.

Hair Clippers

Features

With its short coat, you should not need to clip your Frenchie.

Expert Picks

• You should need to clip your Frenchie.

Shampoos

Features

When bathing your French bulldog, look for shampoo that:

• Is safe for dogs.
• Soothes the skin.
• Is non-irritating.

Expert Picks

• Pro Pet Works– This shampoo is all-natural and fortified with various vitamins.
• Burt’s Bees Natural Oatmeal Shampoo – This shampoo is affordable, all-natural, and soothing on skin.

Brushes

Features

Grooming your french bulldog is simple. You just need:

• A bristle brush to remove loose hairs.

Expert Picks

• Pet Grooming Gloves – A grooming glove helps dislodge loose hair quickly.
• Hertzko Bristle Brush – Once you have loosened the dead hairs, clean them up with a stiff bristle brush.

Hair Dryers

Features

A quick towel dry should suffice for your French bulldog.

Expert Picks

• You shouldn’t need to blow dry your Frenchie.