1.   How often should I feed my Frenchie?

Our veterinarian recommends feeding our French bulldog puppies three times a day while they are 2 to 6 months old. Once they are over 6 months of age, feedings can be reduced to twice a day. It is important to consult with your veterinarian and follow the directions listed on the brand label, regarding the portion size as well as how often to feed your puppy. Portion sizes will vary based on the brand as the amount is based on puppy weight.

 2.   How often should I bath and groom my Frenchie?

Many experts will tell you regular bathing of your French Bulldog is only necessary a few times a year or as needed, as bathing too often can dry out the skin and cause skin problems or irritation. However, cleaning your French bulldog’s ears, teeth, and skin folds on a daily and/or weekly basis is a necessary part of ensuring your French Bulldogs overall health. Regular maintenance and care can prevent many more serious health conditions.

If needed you can utilize bath wipes daily to keep your puppy clean. We recommend Bark Logic 3 in 1 ear, eye, and nose wipes-(unscented) to clean your puppy’s paws and body as they are very gentle for their skin. After bathing, make sure to clean and dry their wrinkles/folds thoroughly. French bulldog wrinkles need to be cleaned and maintained daily to avoid bacteria, yeast, and irritation.

For grooming, we recommend the Furminator.  It is a de-shedding tool designed to remove loose and undercoat hair without cutting or damaging the topcoat.

For dental care, we use Pet’s best enzymatic dental kit. However, there are many different brands out with different choices of flavors and target area options(tarter control, sensitive gums, bad breath, etc). You may have to try out many different brands to see what works best for your new fur baby.

3.   What should I do if my puppy eats too fast?

Slow feeders are great for dogs because they slow down the speed in which dogs eat their food. They make it impossible for dogs to scarf down food, which lessens the amount of air they take in with their food. This reduces the risk of the dog choking, vomiting, or getting bloated. If your dog eats very quickly or likes to run around and play immediately after eating they could definitely benefit from using one.

Another benefit of slow feeders is that they provide valuable mental stimulation. Slow feeders stimulate the dogs mind as they make it more of a challenge to eat their meal. There are many different styles, colors, and sizes on the market. Try whichever works best for your fur-baby.

 4.   When should my puppy need to get their immunizations?

Your six to eight (6-8) week vaccinations will be completed prior to bringing your puppy home. Please note, vaccinations are needed to help protect your puppy from disease. Your puppy will not be fully protected until they have completed their vaccinations at sixteen (16) weeks. Your veterinarian may offer titer blood testing to confirm all antibodies are present in your puppy. Until then, please refrain from dog parks or socializing your puppy with other dogs. Please maintain the following schedule below by consulting with your veterinarian on your puppies remaining vaccinations.

Vaccination Schedule

10-12 weeks: DHPP(vaccines for distemper, adenovirus[hepatitis], parainfluenza, and parvovirus), Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease

14-16 weeks: DHPP, Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Lyme disease, Rabies

12-16 months: Rabies, DHPP, Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease

Every 1-2 years: DHPP, Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease

Every 1-3 years: Rabies (as required by law)

Please be advised, this is a personal blog, any views or opinions represented in this blog are personal and belong to the blog owner. Any information shared on this blog is based on personal experience and should not be practiced prior to consulting with a licensed veterinarian. Always consult with your licensed veterinarian with any questions regarding the care of your new puppy.