My French Bulldog - 1 Year Later 

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You can’t understand the love you can have for an animal until you own a French Bulldog.

I’ve had labs for years but wanted a Frenchie for years, our blue Frenchie boy is 2 now and I can honestly say I’m utterly besotted. He’s totally the love of my life! We are lucky he’s had no allergies but he definitely needs loads of attention & care. 😍❤️

I’ve had my totally precious frenchie for 5 years!! My first frenchie!!! I’m in LOVE!!! Best, sweetest, cutest, most loyal & loving babies EVER!!! She was 8 weeks old & chewed through her soft crate!! I had a migraine & left her in her soft crate while I tried to get over it...she chewed through the soft crate & came to my bedroom door.... she’s been beside me in bed ever since!! Love my girl!!!!

I absolutely love French bull dogs they amazing like little pigs 😍😍😍😍😍😍

I've been readiing and watching vlogs around about the pros and cons of owning a frenchie. Your love for your frenchie is impressive; -the pros has outweighed the cons. Worth the risk of having one. Nice vlog, thanks for sharing.

I am obsessed with dogs every dog but I have had frenchies for a long time now and I couldn’t ask for better dogs! They bring such amazing happiness!

I know about that problem I got a dog from a breeder that came with that parasite as well. Glad you were able to cure it

Love the way you provide information regarding French Bull Dogs. So clear . Ty

I love how he keeps tilting his head upwards whenever he receives a pet

yeah... Frenchies are superrrrrr lovingggg!

I agree with you Tony, my 12 years with Kara were the best 12 years ❤ of my life with a dog. I think you remember I told you about Kara the Frenchton. They definitely do not want to be alone and are so human like. Never had a love like with this dog. I definitely need another Frenchton at some point. My girl did have Giardia, when she was a pup, she even had blood in her stool. So my vet gave her a special medication as well. Plus, she did have allergies to certain grass. But, otherwise, once I did her nares, she had a beautiful 12 years. 😔😪

My frenchie is on zignature ( lamb )food. And he’s done so well with it.

I had a pug, I loved him so much. Just thinking about him makes me sad, I miss him so much.🤣

Thank you for keeping it real about owning this breed. People need to know what they are getting into.

Great info! I'm glad you mentioned not to go by akc standards. I have a tiny toy poodle who was a wonderful gift from a friend. The problem is that teacup poodles shouldn't even exist. She has issues with a collapsing trachea and problems with her teeth that were most likely caused by breeding her to this size. She does have papers, but no one even knows where they physically are anymore. She was given to me during the worst time of my life and she is my little baby. I just hate it that so many dogs are bred with the aim of them meeting ridiculous standards and not to make sure they are as healthy and happy as possible.

You are very knowledgable!! Thanks for sharing this. My frenchie Mortimer had such allergies, and I’ve tried so many different foods till I just made him raw foods. Sunday night I cook up for the week. His allergies are so much better. He is four years old and is my snugglebug!!! He’s very calm and sweet, his sister (Ellie) however we’ve nicknamed the flash lol

Hi Tony, loved your video. I was looking into Frenchies 15 years ago & learned most of this stuff about them & since we lived in a very hot climate with many spare the air days, we decided adopting a Frenchie or Pug or similar dog wouldn't be fair to the dog & instead rescued a little terrier mix from the local shelter. She's going on 14 & doing great & ironically has had the same allergy issues as your Frenchie. We did the shots for a while, & even tried steroids which completely changed her personality & I don't recommend it. We now give her Apoquel & Attarax & she has been on prescription non allergen dog food. At certain times of year her itching will still flare up & we give her a half tab of benadryl(the vet said it's ok) Hope you find what helps your Guy, as a fellow allergy sufferer there is nothing more miserable than hives & wheezing

The prices in the US are insane, literary insane. I got mine for 200$, and after 4 months he is still in perfect health. He had good parents, and we got all the papers. I really do not understand the prices over there, but as long as people are willing to pay that much, they will charge as much as they want. You could have literary bought a ticket to Europe, got the dog here, got back home and have about 1000$ to spare. Sorry about the rant, frienchies are awesome :)

Thanks for the info. I would love to have a French bulldog!😊

Love your videos and your Frenchie… mines a fawn called Sulley. He’s also on Apoquel for life, I’d swear by it! Look forward to watching more of Torrellomorino(?) xxx

I would like to see more of your dog in the videos as you speak.

He is the sweetest ❤️❤️😭

I have the same problems with my frenchie. He has allergic to many very common food. It has been difficult to find to right food for him. He's also allergic to grass which requires the shit every month. But he is very lovely boy. At the end, he worth so much.

As a French bulldog owner myself, everything you said is accurate

I put my French bulldog on apoquel and she was vomiting and having diarrhea within days I had to take her off because she broke out in bumps too and thought it was an easy fix.... it did work but I switched her food to wellness and I have seen a tremendous difference, which is great because she won’t require that medicine or shots that really aren’t good for them... I would do your research for sure!!! Just letting you know 😊

Ace video, thanks!! Frenchies, like people, vary between individuals. We have an 8 year old, who does have allergies, doesn't shed more than average(less than a lab for example), is tolerant of different foods and is relatively unsmelly. They do come with tendencies for health issues, breathing as you point out. If you compare various individuals some have slightly longer noses, others have smaller nostrils. Ours breaths OK but he has a slightly longer face than yours. Id never have another breed, they are the most loving wonderful companions.

So much great information told plain and simple, especially with regards to the AKC and snout size, thought I was listening to a buddy talk and not a RU-vid video. I have always wanted a French Bulldog but feared that life was way too busy to give him/her the time and companionship they deserve. I recently retired and now feel the time is right. Knowledge is a good thing and I feel confident moving forward with making a Frenchie part of my life. So I imagine pet insurance considers the surgery as elective and won’t cover? Do you know if there are different types of plans, one that may cover a quality of life surgery for the pup? I’m going to check out your RU-vid channel to see if you have any post surgery updates and how it improved your pup’s quality of life. Hope you are all doing well, thanks for sharing!

I have a frenchie and I love him.. But also he has a lot of alergies and I need to be careful with him... I give him coconut oil and olive oil for the skin, I have a special red shampoo and helps a lot, also he takes a pill every three months for bacterias... I just love him❤️special little dog Thank you for your video

My frenchie is 3months old! 🔥 his name is Chester

Cute! We got 4.

So cute frenchies we have a blue so adorable.

@Tony Cassara - Hey bud, I'm in LA and had a pug for 13.5 years (He just passed away two weeks ago), but... he had very bad food allergies, the breathing issues of short nosed dogs, and I wanted to recommend a food to you guys that we can't find on the west coast. I found the best dog food for our little guy to be (Avoderm Salmon and Vegetables). I was thinking about getting a Frenchie as our next dog, but I'm starting to wonder if it's even higher maintenance than our old pug.

my frenchie eats sweet potato and pork and it’s cheaper than kibble plus it got rid of her allergies etc it’s fantastic!!

Great video! I hate to see the misconception with the AKC thou. There are lots of restrictions that the AKC enforce such as overbreeding limiting 4 liters during the entire lifespan of a female, completely justify having the certification. As far as breed standard the muzzle is not suggested to be pushed further back and the AKC would eventually ban the breeder that is trying to accomplish an extreme smushed face.

Great video, thank you!

I had to have both hips replaced when I was 30 due to a combination of high doses of steroids plus my underlying bone disease called Paget's. And I can tell you, joint replacements are AGONY. Idk how a dog would fair thru the surgery, it depends I suppose. Just wanted to put that out there, that hip replacements are absolutely no walk in the park at all & I personally suffered for a very long time

His housekeeper lol......Life must have been ruff!

Some input from a rescuer of sick dogs prefaced with always ask your vet first - The majority of commercial dog food doesn't contain much fat, which is a critical element of a canid's diet. Coconut oil or avocados are a nutritious source for extra fat and can significantly diminish the issue of shedding and dry skin. Additionally, coconut oil is anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-protozoal and anti-bacterial. You may see whipworms or other small parasites in his stool the first time he eats this, but - as Shrek says - "Better out than in". You stated that you regularly groom Tortellino (love that name BTW), which is a good thing since most short-haired dog owners assume the animal doesn't need to be brushed. My experience with these goobers has produced some fairly yucky results from dermal residue during reverse line brushing/combing - basically pushing the coat in the wrong direction and getting right down to the skin. A flea comb is extremely useful for this purpose and will remove every bit of crud. Grooming in this way once or twice a week should reduce the shedding quite a lot and cut down on his wanting to roll to scratch the itch caused by the aforementioned residue. I agree with D. Jackson that raw food is the best. You should also ask the vet about adding B12 or a B complex to Tortie's food to aid in nutrient absorption in the intestinal tract and feeding green tripe once a week to help with beneficial gut bacteria to break down the proteins and carbs in his food. Apple cider vinegar internally and externally is also helpful to dogs with immune system deficits - www.natural-dog-health-remedies.com/apple-cider-vinegar-for-dogs.html#benefits - and will be enormously effective in reducing itching. Bragg's has the mother included in every bottle and you'll want to shake it up before adding to food or water. Hopefully, this will help. Tortie's is insanely cute and I happen to be very fond of this breed.

I have an English Bulldog! ❤️

Have you tried raw? I adopted 2 dogs who had horrible skin issues and since switching to raw they have no issues and beautiful coats. I hope you find something for his allergies that makes him feel better 💙

Can I ask, what is the brand of harness that your frenchie is wearing? I can't seem to find it. BTW, we have a three and a half year old frenchie. He is awesome, but we agree with everything you said. He had the surgery.

Good boy

My frenchie is allergic to grass. Frenchies are lots of work.

They really shed that much???? Everything I’ve read says they don’t shed a lot

A raw meat diet is good for them and reduces the smell when they pass gas and poop and they love it.

What color would you call him?

Can I ask approximately how much the surgery cost? It seems my frenchie I just got has a moderate/severe when it comes to his nose

You forgott the problem with there short tail (the tails growing inside under the flesh), so I heard that owner must clean those butts after... There are dogs with normal sized frenchie tails.

That is terrible that he got two parasites from the breeder. Glad he’s free of them now.

I’m stuck between Golden Retriever & Frenchy

This is the breeders responsibility, to crate train and sleep train.

I love this video. It’s not like every other RU-vidr. It’s like I’m watching a friend tell me about his dog in front of me.. but just through a screen 😅

Our frenchie had to get a little nose job so she could breathe better, and it definitely helped her!!!

My dog stunk and shed a lot when I first got him. Then I switched to raw food and it 100% got rid of the smell and 90% of the shedding.

My dog doesn't snore at all but He farts like a Gas chamber. I love the feeling in the morning when he sits on my face and lets one out just to wake me up and lick my face and than fart again so I am high before the day really starts.

Omg I melt when I see frenchies. They are adorable honestly. But it breaks my heart to see how much effort it takes for them to breathe. So I wouldn't get one ever. I wish long and happy life for your dog.

I have had nothing but Frenchies since 1990 when you NEVER saw one in the street!!!!!! They are the best.

You seem such a nice person. Your dog is so lucky to have an owner like you. Take care all the best of health to you and your dog.

He IS an adorable little dog, and you’re an awesome owner! And you’re right; the “standards” are cruel. It’s pretty gross how humans breed entirely for their own entertainment,; it’s wrong and we should think about the dog’s health, happiness and enjoyment of life, as well. Love his name: Tortellino💖

I just got my first dog ever and he’s a Frenchie!!!! I just insured him and the allergies have begun at 3 months 😩

I am not getting a Frenchie now because of this video - I am so happy, you made a video that tells it like it is. And you are a wonderful doggie dad! Thanks for putting genuinely informative content out there.

We have 2 Frenchies and have found out that Fromms is a wonderful food for thier coats and pooping too. Also our vet did a procedure on thier nairs and that has helped so much. I know that you probably get so many comments But you are so right the surgery is so helpful so that they can breathe.

I just got my two-month-old Frenchie I've had them for about 3 weeks now I grew up with a black lab and had several cats but this dog is like a little human he's just literally like a little baby human boy he's so sweet and precious but I am going to honestly say I got what I asked for everybody warned me of how hard this was going to be and it's a lot of responsibility money time and energy this breed of dog wants to be with you 24/7 so anyone that's going to get one really prepare yourself you're in for it but you're also one for unconditional love that will make your day everyday

TL;DR: If you are poor, don't buy a frenchie. :D

I wanted a frenchie, this video change mi mind, too expensive, and to many breath problems, thanks dude.

so glad I came across this video! My frenchie is about to turn 1 and he is the best thing that has happened to me:) . I’m glad you made it a point to talk about the breeding health and expenses that come with owning a frenchie!

My frenchie had nares and palet surgery when he got fixed. I would recommend it.

These little guys and the PUG are both super awesome dogs!!! Their behavior and their moods are incredibly fun!!! They're so funny and active!!! AWWWWWE he was crying for months??? I could never get an animal by itself!!! I always get 2 of everything I choose... 2 kitties, 2 puppies... and I always get them a little younger than most people do... I go for 5 weeks old and by doing it this way, their bond with me becomes much stronger!!! There are healthy organic foods for dogs that will keep their bowels stable and firm, so that will help you!!! You 2 will adjust to each other because that is nature!!! Just follow your instincts and you will be fine!!! HAVE FUN!!!

I had a French bulldog for 14!years... A lot of the problems you’ve mentioned are due to bad breeding practices due to the surge in popularity of the breed. Luckily for me mine was free of the ailments you’ve mentioned... also she was fed homemade grain free food and bone broth

French bulldogs are the best. Unless you have one you wouldn’t understand. I have a 2 year old Frenchie and we’ve been very lucky as far as no allergies or anything. She’s extremely easy. 🤞 your pup is adorable by the way!

Tips for new owners of puppies or frenchies : if they cry just ignore them they will be quiet after a couple weeks

I feel pretty lucky, we have a 15mo female, she has no allergies and no health issues. She is an extremely picky eater so it has been difficult finding food she'll eat but she has been perfect. Loving, outgoing, clumsy, and a clown... She is an awesome dog.

Omg my Frenchie boy yells at me for food at 4 months! He is so different from my sweet little girl. Frenchies are very much their own selves 😂

The honest kitchen is great food!! My 3 year old is finally having normal poops and less allergy issues from their limited ingredient white fish

Thanks for sharing your experience with us! I have a 15 month old brindle boy named Julio, and these dogs are quite the character!! I just love them ❤️

I own 3 and love them all!! Frenchies are the best! I have not had any issues with my doggies I love the snoring sounds they make,, Every time i have someone visit rgey end up buying one from my breeder

My frenchie Brutus is about to have the nares surgery as well. Thank you for talking about this haven’t found many frenchie owners specifically talk abt the surgery. Can you please post a video after the surgery. I live in so cal as well. Can u pls post the vet that you are going to.

Sweet owner= sweet dog

Will we ever breed them properly? I mean, I'm sure breeders could improve their overall health if they wanted to. They deserve to live a nice and long life, just like other pets.

You are such a wonderful pet owner! Your Frenchie is so lucky to have you!

My frenchie has no allergies, but my lab does. He does stink, but that's cause he loves rolling around outside lol. Love the little devil.

Yes I had one who passed at 12 years old. He slept with us always. Great companion and he talked. Yep, he would throw a fit when his Daddy got out of car which put him into a fit saying “I want my Daddy” over and over and like “hey, you got the hamburger you need to give me the french fries!! Yep like now, and how about a little bit of that burger. He was a great companion and miss him. Your dog is much bigger. But, he never knew his size. Loved everyone!

My best friends have two frenchies! They got one first but then got a second one, same mother different father. I am so glad because you won't believe the difference with two! Be aware they SNORE, FART, SNORT, like mad and want ALLOT of attention! They are AWESOME dogs but VERY expensive to buy and VERY VEEEEEERYYY EXPENSIVE to maintain! IF he/she will be alone allot and you can afford it, get a SECOND one! No matter what, GET HEALTH INSURANCE, those things are NOT well engineered! LMFOA! Be VERY careful if you take them outside in the heat, and my friends live in Tampa! They OVERHEAT VERY EASILY. They are so FANTASTIC but please KNOW what they NEED and INTAIL before getting one. IF you can get TWO, DO IT! You will not BELIEVE the difference!

He looks just like my baby boy who is two! I will say, however, that he has thankfully not had any allergies or health issues yet 🤞🏼

Many of you are asking, how did we cure our pup's Giardia? My wife did a video you can check out here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_Co4QQ_g9eY.html Giardia: What You Should Know

I would love to have a French Bulldog as a companion. Where was this breeder in San Diego? I live there but not doing well finding it.

we have 2 frenchies. both have allergies, one had watery eyes. Adult one we tried cytopoint for several months. shedding did not change, scratching kinda stopped. we switched to making our own dog food. after a month, eyes are completely dry and shedding is down to a 1/4 of what it was, and it was horrible. no scratching at all, except when they have a insect bite. our new 4 month old puppy has just started with whelps and scratching. so now we are on another mission to find help for her. my reason to tell this is to share making your own dog food. try it. I found a man who makes dog food in meat loaf pans on youtube and we semi follow his reccomendations. Below is our recipe: 1 lb. ground beef, 1 lb. ground turkey, 1 frozen pkg. of chopped kale, 1 pkg.brocolli. 5 eggs, 1 can of peas, 1 can of corn, 1 can chilli beans, 1lg. can of chopped tomatoes, 1 large sweet potatoe, peeled and pressure cooked with 1 bag of chopped unpeeled carrots, ends removed. drain & smash these. I add in any leftovers that I have or need to use up. 1- 2cup pkg of cheese, 1/3 c. of ground flax seed, 1 tbsp. of turmeric, 1 handful of oats. mixed all together and put into 4 loaf pans and bake 30 minutes on 350. hope it works for you.

My insurance “healthy paws”. Paid for his nares and palet surgery

Check out my latest video on Brachycephalic Syndrome (soft palate & nares surgery): ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jmB7Y_rGVzE.html - I inluced before and after videos so you can see the difference!

The dog has slow metabolism and constipation ,he need to reintroduce fiber slowly

mindy will be 8 in january. every year about Aug/Nov she will break out into a terrible skin rash! horrible have tried lots of remedies but nothing has worked out! During her good periods walking around the water front we can’t walk more than ten steps! someone is wanting to pet her and hold her! she’s black brindle and 24 lbs mini looks like a puppy still so cute! She is sooooo stubborn will not walk sit run she is the perfect show dog ( Look at me) she will not walk up or down the stairs! and if you leave her she’s screams bloody hell! i have found people at my vehicle wanting to break my window thinking it’s a child! once i had firefighters in my house heard screaming fireman said is that a child ? i said no it’s my dog! he said no i’m going through that door! yup he came back out yup dog!

As an allergy sufferer I know how painful it is to have hives. How sad for an animal to have hives.

He's so handsome. I have a Merle Frenchie named Piper. She is such a feisty girl.

Go raw food man! Tucker’s is good and Primal

I love my Frenchie! Same color as yours. Best dog I ever owned.

At first, I didn’t like dogs with snubbed nose so I had always had other types of dogs i.e. Jack Russell, Lab, Miniature Pinture, Poodle, etc. However, 7 years ago, I saw a lot of French Bulldogs pictures on IG and the next thing I knew I couldn’t get enough of this funny-looking and cute dog. I eventually got one six years ago. Honestly, when you have one, you need two, and the next thing you know, you have three. That’s how my life is right now. 😂😂😂

11 month old male frenchie owner myself and can relate on everything you're saying from the giardia to the branchysephalic surgery that I'm thinking of doing it. Can you explain why you decided to cut off Tortellino's nuts...and thanks for doing this video

The tablets never worked for our frenchie, Cytopoint was the only thing that did

He is one handsome little savage, lol! Spoil him well; he's definitely a blessing.