Temperament They are affectionate, playful, and great companions who love human interaction.

FACT: French Bulldogs originated in England, not France. ✅ True The breed descends from miniature Bulldogs bred in England in the 1800s. English lace workers took them to France, where they gained popularity — hence the name “French” Bulldog. (Source: AKC, The Kennel Club UK)

Hi @Tan Joyce @Belle Lim. Welcome to this forum. This is new so we are hoping that the information and support in this forum outside of social media will bring Frenchie owners all over the world together. I like to think that Macho is the catalyst for all of this. Feel free to add people and information as you go along.

Hi @Janka Szabad and @Ls Ng to this forum. This is new so we are hoping that the information and support in this forum outside of social media will bring Frenchie owners all over the world together. I like to think that Macho is the catalyst for all of this. Feel free to add people and information as you go along.

Welcome to the Frenchie Health Community Guidelines 🐾 Our Mission To create a safe, supportive space where French Bulldog owners can share experiences, learn about health issues, and support each other through challenges. Core Values 💙 Compassion First 📚 Evidence-Based Information 🤝 Safe Space for Everyone ❤️ Community Over Commerce Community Rules 🏆 CORE COMMUNITY VALUES 1. ✅ Compassion First - Support, not judge 2. ✅ Evidence-Based Information - Verified sources only 3. ✅ Safe Space for All - Zero tolerance for harassment 4. ✅ Community Over Commerce - No sales/promotion 📝 POSTING RULES 5. ✅ Post in the Right Category 6. ✅ Use Descriptive Titles 7. ✅ Search Before Posting 8. ✅ Include Relevant Details 9. ✅ One Topic Per Post 10. ✅ Use Content Warnings for Graphic Content 🏥 MEDICAL INFORMATION POLICY 11. ✅ We Are NOT Veterinarians - Always seek professional care 12. ✅ Emergencies Require Immediate Vet Care 13. ✅ Share Experiences, Not Prescriptions 14. ✅ Respect Different Treatment Choices 🚫 PROHIBITED CONTENT 15. ✅ No Spam or Repetitive Posting 16. ✅ No Breeder Promotion or Puppy Sales 17. ✅ No Political, Religious, or Off-Topic Debates 18. ✅ No Personal Attacks or Bullying 19. ✅ No Graphic Violence or Animal Abuse Content 20. ✅ No Solicitation or Fundraising Without Approval 💙 COMMUNITY ETIQUETTE 21. ✅ Be Kind and Supportive 22. ✅ Give Credit and Cite Sources 23. ✅ Respect Privacy and Confidentiality 24. ✅ Respond Thoughtfully, Not Reactively 25. ✅ Welcome New Members Warmly --- By joining this community, you agree to follow these guidelines. Thank you for helping us create a positive space for all Frenchie parents! 🐕