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Press Releases VIVE LA FRENCHIE! FRENCH BULLDOG IS AMERICA’S MOST POPULAR PUP FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW
The French Bulldog reigns supreme! The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced this morning that the playful and adaptable French Bulldog is America’s most popular breed for the second consecutive year, according to AKC registration statistics. Since overtaking the loveable Labrador Retriever […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/vive-la-frenchie-french-bulldog-americas-popular-pup-second-year-row/ | March 20, 2024
Press Releases FRENCH BULLDOG KNOCKS LABRADOR RETRIEVER OUT OF NUMBER ONE SPOT, ENDING 31-YEAR STAY AT THE TOP
There’s a new top dog in town! The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced this morning that the ever-popular Labrador Retriever’s record-breaking reign has ended. The playful and adaptable French Bulldog is America’s most popular breed for the first time. While it […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/french-bulldog-knocks-labrador-retriever-number-one-spot-ending-31-year-stay-top/ | March 15, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds French Bulldog History: A Complicated Past From Brothels to Royals
Though we often don’t think about them in this way, dogs are really about people — those long-ago (or, sometimes, not-so-long-ago) figures who developed particular breeds for particular tasks. Some breeds — like the Doberman Pinscher, Teddy Roosevelt Terrier, and Cesky Terrier — owe their existence to just one visionary person. Other breeds were brought into being […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/breed-history-french-bulldog/ | March 15, 2023
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle 12 French Bulldog Names For Your Playful and Affectionate Puppy
In recent years, the French Bulldog has blossomed in popularity, becoming America’s most sought-after breed in 2022. With their bat-like ears, flat faces, and compact frames, the Frenchie is instantly recognizable: and absolutely adorable. As with any pet, read up on their specific needs and traits to make sure that a French Bulldog is the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/french-bulldog-names/ | March 15, 2023
French bulldog, Hazel- from the Crisis Animal Response Team out of San Antonio- talk to people waiting to give blood at the Herby Ham Activity Center in Uvalde, Texas,
Expert Advice: Feature Comfort Queen: French Bulldog Therapy Dog Brings Hope to Uvalde
It was just a little town in south Texas until May 24, when 19 children and two teachers lost their lives in a horrifying act of gun violence. Then, everyone was talking about the nightmare in Uvalde. Within a day, Therapy Animals of San Antonio’s CARE (Crisis Animal Response) teams were speeding to the site, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/comfort-queen-french-bulldog-therapy-dog-brings-hope-to-uvalde/ | November 14, 2022
French Bulldog giving a kiss to another French Bulldog on the couch.
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds The Bon Vivant: How the French Bulldog Became the Most Popular Dog in the U.S.
It was the last blast of summer sunset gathering of the French Bulldog NYC Meetup group. Sophie, 5 months old, was determined to make the most of it. First, there was some serious rough-and-tumble with her pal, a Bernese Mountain Dog who was born just one day after Sophie in April. Then she was off, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/french-bulldog-became-popular-dog/ | March 16, 2022
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices AKC Breeder Spotlight: Kathy Clayton of Chitawee French Bulldogs
Kathy Clayton lives on 867 acres of wooded land in South West City, MO, at the corners of Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas. She is an AKC Breeder of Merit - Gold and has bred Chitawee French Bulldogs  for 28 years and is a National French Bulldog Club of America nominee  for the AKC Sportsmanship Award. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-kathy-clayton-chitawee-french-bulldogs/ | September 10, 2021
Press Releases Labrador Retriever Celebrates 30 Years in the Top Spot as French Bulldog Overtakes German Shepherd Dog for Number 2 Spot
Lab lovers continue to make their voices heard! The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced at a virtual press conference today at the AKC Museum of the Dog that the ever-popular Labrador Retriever is the nation’s favorite dog for the 30th consecutive year. While the loveable Lab holds firmly to the top spot, the French Bulldog […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/labrador-retriever-celebrates-30-years-top-spot-french-bulldog-overtakes-german-shepherd-dog-number-2-spot/ | March 16, 2021
French Bulldog puppy head portrait outdoors.
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny French Bulldog Facts You May Not Know
Sturdy, adorable, and entertaining, the French Bulldog is an ideal companion. Here are some things owners can tell you about the Frenchie.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-french-bulldog/ | March 11, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier: How to Tell the Difference
The Boston Terrier and French Bulldog are both adorable companions sharing fabulous ears and smooshy flat faces. These small and compact members of the Non-Sporting Group are both popular with city dwellers as they adapt well to an urban environment. But when you see them walking down the sidewalk, can you tell them apart? Although […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/boston-terrier-versus-french-bulldog-how-to-tell-the-difference/ | December 23, 2020
Expert Advice: Puppy Training French Bulldog Puppy Training Timeline: How to Train a Frenchie
Preparing to welcome a French Bulldog puppy into your home for the first time? Plan on making time for puppy-proofing, training, playtime, and other key activities. We turned to Sharon Dykes, who is an AKC Breeder of Merit with 25 years of experience, an AKC judge, and a board member of the French Bulldog Club […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/french-bulldog-puppy-training-timeline/ | September 28, 2020
Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories 17 Things That All French Bulldog Lovers NEED To Have
Shopping for gifts for dog lovers can be difficult, luckily this compilation of French Bulldog gifts will help with that near-impossible task. From gifts you can wear to home decor, this list has anything and everything a French Bulldog owner will love. 1. Mugs An adorable image of your French Bulldog on your coffee mug is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/things-all-french-bulldog-lovers-need/ | February 19, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts 15 Reasons Why French Bulldogs or “Frenchies” Are Irresistible Companions
The French Bulldog has become more and more popular over the years. But if you haven't jumped on the Frenchie bandwagon just yet, these 15 facts about the playful breed will no doubt make you a fan! 1. The French Bulldog isn’t really French. The breed actually originated in and around Nottingham, England, which was […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/reasons-french-bulldogs-frenchies-irresistible-companions/ | March 29, 2018
Public Education Educator Resources Soaring Soren French Bulldog
Pages “Soaring Soren: When French Bulldogs Fly” by Deborah Stevenson
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="Sequence in Soaring Soren for Grades K-1"] Sequence in Soaring Soren : Grades K-1 Learning Objectives Students will be able to sequence events in a fiction story. Grade Levels K-1 Common Core Standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.2* With prompting and support, retell familiar stories, including key details. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2 Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/educator-resources/book-studies/soaring-soren-french-bulldogs-fly-deborah-stevenson/ | February 27, 2018
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Dog Breeds French Bulldog
The one-of-a-kind French Bulldog, with his large bat ears and even disposition, is one of the world’s most popular small-dog breeds, especially among city dwellers. The Frenchie is playful, alert, adaptable, and completely irresistible.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/french-bulldog/ | November 6, 2017
Expert Advice: News French Bulldog Reigns Supreme Once Again in New York City
Once again, the French Bulldog took New York City’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in San Fransisco, Honolulu, and West Palm Beach. The Labrador Retriever was NYC’s 2nd most popular dog, which ended the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/french-bulldog-is-nyc-favorite/ | March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News French Bulldog Reigns Supreme Once Again in San Francisco
Once again, the French Bulldog took San Francisco’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in New York City and West Palm Beach. New to San Francisco’s top 10 in 2016 was the Cavalier King Charles […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/french-bulldog-san-fransisco-favorite/ | March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News French Bulldog is West Palm Beach’s Most Popular Breed
This year, the French Bulldog took West Palm Beach’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in New York City, Honolulu, and San Fransisco. The big mover and shaker in 2016 was the Great Dane. The […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/french-bulldog-west-palm-beach-favorite/ | March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News French Bulldog Is Most Popular Dog In New York City
The French Bulldog is the most popular dog breed in New York City for 2015, according to AKC registration data. While the family-friendly Labrador Retriever is the most popular breed in the United States, the adaptable French Bulldog holds the No. 1 spot in the nation's largest city.  However, the Frenchie isn't top dog in every […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/french-bulldog-most-popular-breed-nyc/ | February 22, 2016
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny 10 Things Only a French Bulldog Owner Would Understand
Owning a French Bulldog doesn't necessarily require that you become fluent in French, but Frenchies tend to insist that you become dedicated to ensuring their care and comfort.Here are 10 things every French Bulldog owner quickly learns about the breed: 1. Frenchies can transform their 25-pound body into a 200-pound dead weight at any time while on a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-things-only-a-french-bulldog-owner-would-understand/ | January 1, 2009

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