TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction 1
- Glossary of Dog Terms 3
- Chapter One: Understanding French Bulldogs 1
- Facts About French Bulldogs 2
- Summary of French Bulldogs Facts 4
- French Bulldog Breed History 6
- Chapter Two: Things to Know Before Getting a French Bulldog 7
- Do You Need a License? 8
- Do French Bulldogs Get Along with Other Pets? 9
- How Many French Bulldogs Should You Keep? 9
- Initial Costs 11
- Monthly Costs 15
- What are the Pros and Cons of French Bulldog? 17
- Chapter Three: Purchasing French Bulldogs 21
- How to Choose a Reputable French Bulldog Breeder 26
- Tips for Selecting a Healthy French Bulldog Puppy 30
- Puppy-Proofing Your Home 33
- Chapter Four: Caring for French Bulldogs 37
- Before bringing your French Bulldog home 38
- Habitat and Exercise Requirements for French Bulldogs 39
- Setting Up Your Puppy’s Area 42
- Chapter Five: Meeting Your French Bulldog’s Nutritional Needs 45
- The Nutritional Needs of French Bulldogs 46
- High-Quality Dog Food Brands for your French Bulldog 47
- Tips for Feeding Your French Bulldog 50
- Dangerous Foods to Avoid 51
- Chapter Six: Training Your French Bulldog 53
- Socializing Your New French Bulldog Puppy 54
- Positive Reinforcement for Obedience Training 56
- Negative Consequences for Respect Training 57
- Crate Training – Housebreaking Your Puppy 59
- Teaching Tricks and Playing Games 61
- Chapter Seven: Grooming Your French Bulldog Properly 63
- Recommended Tools to Have on Hand 64
- Tips for Bathing and Grooming French Bulldogs 65
- Other Grooming Tasks 66
- Chapter Eight: Breeding French Bulldogs 69
- The Controversy on Breeding French Bulldogs 70
- Basic Dog Breeding Information 71
- Breeding Tips and Raising Puppies 73
- Chapter Nine: Showing Your French Bulldog 77
- French Bulldog Breed Standard 78
- Preparing Your French Bulldog for Show 81
- Chapter Ten: Keeping Your Dog Healthy 85
- Common Health Problems Affecting French Bulldogs 86
- Preventing Illness with Vaccinations 93
- French Bulldog Care Sheet 95
- 1.) Basic French Bulldog Information 96
- 2.) Habitat Requirements 97
- 3.) Nutritional Needs 98
- 4.) Breeding Information 99
- 5.) First Aid Kit 101
- Index 103
- References 111
- Photo Credits 115
