French Bulldog Club of Western Canada

Category: Education

We Can Breathe – Brachycephalic Dogs

↶ Back There are many brachycephalic dogs that do not suffer from breathing difficulties, digestion, spine or eye issues. It is not fair to use a badly bred example to classify all brachycephalic dogs Breed standard breeders that prioritise health alongside the standard can provide a much better example ↶ Back

Be A Responsible Owner – Questions To Ask A Breeder

Be A Responsible Owner – Questions To Ask A Breeder

↶ Back QUESTIONS TO ASK A BREEDER What health testing has been done on the parents? You can ask to see results Note: French Bulldog National Club recommended health testing on Hips, Patella, Heart, Trachea, Thyroid, eye CERF, DNA testing for Cystinuria Type 3 and Juvenile Cataracts Ask to see pictures of the parents, their […]

Temperament in Dogs

↶ Back What Temperament Really Means A dog’s temperament is the underlying nature or personality they are born with. It is not the same as behavior. While behavior can be shaped through training, management, and experience, temperament is a more stable, long-term characteristic. It influences how a dog responds to the world—how confident they are, […]

Ethical Dog Breeding and Buying

Ethical Dog Breeding and Buying (2)

↶ Back Involve prioritizing canine welfare over profit, focusing on health, temperament, and preserving breed integrity, while addressing issues like genetic disorders from fad breeding, poor conditions in puppy mills, and the shelter overpopulation crisis. Key considerations include responsible sourcing (avoiding puppy mills), ensuring parents’ health, limiting litters, proper socialization, transparency, and considering adoption first […]

Managing Hyperkeratosis in Canine Patients

↶ Back Author: Lionel Fabries, DVM Identifying the cause of hyperkeratosis in your canine patients is a key step in choosing the right course of treatment, yet a topical approach is always recommended. “The fibrous protein keratin is the main component of skin, hair, feathers, horns, claws and beaks in most animals. Hyperkeratosis is a […]