French Bulldog Care Kit

Caring for Your French Bulldog

One of the most charismatic, entertaining, and adorable breeds of dog is the French bulldog. People originally bred this spunky little dog as a companion for royalty and ladies. With its tenacious personality and adorable face, you simply can’t say no to this little troublemaker. Take a look at everything you need to care for your French bulldog, or Frenchie, below.

  French Bulldog Care Kit 

Leashes & Harnesses

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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.

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Basic Toys

Features

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

  • Variable.
  • Hard to destroy.
  • Interactive!

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  • 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

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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.

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  • 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.

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Dog Beds

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

  • Supportive.
  • Comfortable.
  • Easy to clean.

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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.

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Dog Treats

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Teach your French bulldog new things using treats that are:

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

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

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.

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Anxiety Reduction

Features

If your dog develops any anxious behaviors, try:

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

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  • 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!

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  • 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.

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Hair Clippers

Features

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

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  • You should need to clip your Frenchie.

Shampoos

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When bathing your French bulldog, look for shampoo that:

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

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Brushes

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Grooming your french bulldog is simple. You just need:

  • A bristle brush to remove loose hairs.

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Hair Dryers

Features

A quick towel dry should suffice for your French bulldog.

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