Thinking of getting a Frenchie as your pet?
Well, that’s a great choice.
This little canine is not only adorable but also makes an excellent companion.
But did you know there are things you should never do to your Frenchie?
Check this out.
Don’t expose your Frenchie to extreme temperatures.
Due to their short snouts and stocky build, French Bulldogs cannot control their temperatures. This makes them unable to control their body temperatures. As such, these dogs do best in moderate temperatures that are neither hot nor cold. It’s thus important to ensure that your Frenchie remains cool during hot weather by providing lots of shade and drinking water to prevent dehydration and overheating.
Keep your Frenchie warm with a doggy jacket or blanket during extremely cold or damp weather.
Never overfeed your Frenchie.
French Bulldogs have huge appetites and will eat anything and everything they come across. These dogs are prone to excessive weight gain, which puts them at risk of developing obesity.
Excessive weight gain strains your Frenchie’s joints, heart, and respiratory systems. This makes them susceptible to serious health complications like heart, arthritis, and breathing problems.
It’s thus crucial to closely monitor and control the quantity and quality of food your Frenchie takes to avoid this problem. Also, keep treats and table scraps minimal to avoid overfeeding.
Never leave your French Bulldog alone for extended periods.
Frenchies are extremely friendly and social dogs that thrive on human companionship. These dogs enjoy spending all their time with their owners. As such, leaving your Frenchie alone for lengthy periods is never a good idea as they will likely suffer from separation anxiety. If this is not properly handled, this can lead to destructive behavior and various other behavioral issues.
Ensure that you don’t leave your Frenchie alone for more than a few hours at a time. If you must be away for a long time, consider getting a pet sitter or taking your dog to a doggy daycare.
Never Change your Frenchie’s routine.
Although doing the same things the same way over and over again may be boring to you, it’s the opposite for your dog. Frenchies thrive on routine. They feel safe following the same routine daily for their mealtimes, playtime, walks, and sleeping time. Changing this routine may upset or cause lots of stress to your dog. It’s thus best to avoid changing your dog’s routine unless necessary.
Never neglect your French Bulldog’s exercise needs
Although Frenchies don’t need too much exercise due to their high propensity to overheating, they still need regular exercise to remain healthy, fit, and happy. Daily walks, short runs, and low-intensity outdoor play sessions will keep your Frenchie’s body and mind in good shape.
Besides keeping it physically active, regularly exercising your Frenchie will keep it from engaging in destructive behaviors and other anxiety issues.
Final Thoughts
It’s important as a pet parent; it’s essential to give your furry companion the best care possible for a long and happy life. To ensure this, avoiding the above things is important, as they can harm your Frenchie.
