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French Bulldog
An affectionate, playful companion dog whose popularity must be balanced against significant breathing and conformational health risks.
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Score overview
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Health 2/5 The French Bulldog has a delicate health profile. Major concerns include brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome, hemivertebrae and intervertebral disc disease, skin allergies and fold infections, eye disorders and patellar luxation. Recommended care includes functional airway assessment, spinal, eye and patella evaluation, careful temperature and weight management and prompt veterinary attention for breathing difficulty. Prospective owners should seek health-tested dogs with non-extreme conformation. Advantages Things to consider
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