Per the American Kennel Club Official French Bulldog Standard, a French Bulldog should weigh no more than 28 pounds and stand at 11 to 13 inches tall. Most female French Bulldogs will weigh about 17 to 24 pounds, while male French Bulldogs weigh about 20 to 28 pounds.
How can I tell if my French Bulldog is overweight?
Standing over your Frenchie, you should be able to feel their ribs, but not see them. If you can see their ribs, they may be too skinny. If you can't see their ribs, place your hands on the side of their chest. If you still can't distinguish their rib cage from their waist, they could be overweight.
Can a French Bulldog weigh 40 pounds?
Can a French bulldog weigh 40 pounds? As we already mentioned, a healthy Frenchie adult usually weighs up to 28 pounds. However, French bulldogs who weigh about 40 pounds are not necessarily obese. Every dog is different and carries different genes.
At what age is a French Bulldog full grown?
On average, French Bulldogs are fully grown by the age of 12 months. However, a bigger sized French Bulldog can continue to grow until 14 months of age. Most French Bulldogs will grow to their maximum height in their first 12 months.
What does a perfect French Bulldog look like?
They have a small, compact body that's well proportioned and fairly muscular, with the exception of the wrinkled skin around their face and shoulders. Frenchies most often come in colors like cream, fawn, and white, but they can also have brindle patterns or black masks.
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