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Living with
THE FRENCH BULLDOG
By Sharon Dykes
The breed standard of the French Bulldog is a great resource, and not only for the conformation ring. It can be of benefit, whether you are a Judge,
a breeder, a person who competes in com- panion sports, or if you are considering adding a new pup to your family.
Most people know that a breed stan- dard describes the physical attributes of a dog. French Bulldogs, like all other breeds,
are to be judged by the breed standard in a show ring. But; if you are not showing the dog; do you still need to take the time to read it? Yes! There is a lot more than physi- cal characteristics explained in the stan- dard of the French Bulldog!
In addition to the body type of the breed; our breed standard also speaks to the temperament, attitude, and general demeanor of the French Bulldog. Wheth- er you are a Judge or a puppy buyer, it is important to understand the physical,
behavioral, and temperamental attributes that should be in the dog or puppy you are looking at.
The standard describes the French Bull- dog’s attitude and behavior specifically. He/she is to have the “appearance of an active, intelligent” dog. “The expression should be alert, curious, and interested”. The French Bulldog is supposed to be “Well behaved, adaptable and comfortable companions with an affectionate nature and even disposition”; “generally active,
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