Update 12-05-2016: I’m heavily moderating the comments on this post because I’m getting brigaded by angry breeders who think I’m an idiot. Take your vitriolic hate and greed elsewhere.
Short answer: How much do french bulldogs cost? Between $1400 and $8000, depending on fur color, your geographical location, and the breeder you choose to buy from. Note, I cannot speak to how much French Bulldogs cost in other countries, as I have never dealt with international breeders before. I apologize.
Long answer: The first question anyone asks when they realize that French Bulldogs are the greatest dog breed ever is “how much do French Bulldogs cost?” The reality is that what you will pay for a healthy French Bulldog puppy varies depending on where you live and how widely available the breed is in your country or state. In America, French Bulldogs are incredibly popular and can go for incredibly high prices–especially for rare or “unicorn” colors like the purple/lilac colored french bulldogs or the ultra-posh Black and Tan French Bulldogs (they look like tiny, fat rottweilers). That said, you can also find breeders who sell their French Bulldog puppies for as little as $1400 to $1600. Still not very cheap, huh?
A very expensive, “rare”, lilac colored solid fawn French Bulldog. These fur colors indicate little more than a genetic anomaly. If a breeder tells you a fur color is rare, they’re trying to get more money out of you.
How much do French Bulldogs Cost If…
- I rescue my French Bulldog from a reputable rescue network?
- I buy a common color French Bulldog from a reputable breeder?
- I want a specific color French Bulldog?
- I want a specific color and gendered French Bulldog?
Let’s go through these particular “What if” scenarios.
How much do French Bulldogs cost if you rescue them from a rescue network? Are there associated fees?
We always support and suggest that people interested in having a French Bulldog as a companion rescue a French Bulldog first. Rescuing an animal is the greatest of altruistic endeavors. There are, at present, approximately 4,000 French Bulldogs awaiting adoption in rescues across America. We believe every single Frenchie deserves a chance at a happy life with a good family who will not hurt them and provide regular medical care.
Depending on which rescue network you go through, you will find that there are still many fees and costs associated with rescuing a dog. Typically, the lowest fee for French Bulldogs in a rescue is approximately $250-$500, ranging as high as $750. This is because rescue networks know that French Bulldogs are very popular and they know that French Bulldogs are a rare breed. So, rescue networks can charge a premium for adoption. It’s sad, but it’s true. Please also understand that rescue networks always spay and neuter to prevent people from adopting dog for the purposes of backyard breeding. Beyond fees, there are always transportation costs associated with going to get your new rescued frenchie. Remember, French Bulldogs cannot fly in planes or in the cargo area so you will have to drive to pickup your French Bulldog.
How much do French Bulldogs cost if they’re a common color, like a cream Frenchie?
Common colored French Bulldogs include cream french bulldogs, pied french bulldogs, black french bulldogs, and brindle french bulldogs. If a breeder tries to tell you that “brindle” is a “rare” color, they’re either an idiot or straight up lying to you in an attempt to sucker more money out of you. These common colors of French Bulldog range between $1400 to $2000 on the east coast but many bad, greedy breeders will attempt to charge a minimum price their puppies. This practice robs many people of the opportunity to enjoy the companionship of a French Bulldog. We vehemently protest purchasing a French Bulldog for more than $2000. We want to severely drive down the cost of French Bulldogs and do away with the notion that their lives somehow have a practical monetary value.
If you’re interested in a specific color or a specific color AND gender, expect to pay a few hundred more to get exactly the puppy you want. The alternative is to wait and keep browsing the AKC breeder classifieds in areas near you until you find the puppy you want for the price you want. When it comes to how much your french bulldog will cost, it all depends on how quickly you want to scratch your puppy-fever itch.
How much do French Bulldogs Cost on the high end?
French Bulldogs can occasionally produce incredibly rare colors like a purplish/lilac color currently only available from breeders on the West coast. A good friend and very knowledgeable breeder once confided in me that they paid $50,000 for a lilac female who had never been bred. Did you ever think tiny dogs could be so expensive? That’s more expensive than my car! Jeez.
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Great article, very informational.
We have been looking to buy a Frenchie for a while now and I just cannot believe the price difference between Europe and the US. Our daughter (16) has been begging us for a year, but I just do not seem to justify $5-6,000 for a dog – even if it is perfect 🙂 Breeders I found are asking $3,500 and up for common colors, but we would like a blue/gray one so it is even more expensive. Most online advertisements (like Craigslist) seem to be full of scammers, all their phone numbers have been reported. Adoption sites seem to have mostly old or sick Frenchies, which are not compatible with kids and other animals. Local animal rescues have hundreds of dogs, mainly Pit Bulls and Chihuahuas, but no French Bulldogs. Can you please help by pointing us to the right direction where to find either a breeder who is reasonable or where we can adopt one? Thank you for your help in advance.
Go to a shelter and get a dog that needs a home, for Christ sake.
Have you purchased a bulldog yet?
I breed those “unicorn frenchies” lilac and lilac pied beauties currently have 2 litters every pup is raised with love ❤️ Hands on daily! I am fulfilling my daughter’s dream with every litter. She smiles on the lil babies from heaven 👼🏼. -Kimber’s Kennel
Where are you located. How much??
Horizon Frenchies in Peoria Illinois!
I know one in San Diego california.
Please tell me. I’m in San Diego.
French Bulldog Rescue Network. Short Mugs Rescue Squad. Both excellent organizations.
A word on health…just because the bulldog is healthy when you bring the Frenchy home, doesn’t mean the Frenchy will remain healthy. They are indoor dogs subject to heatstroke, allergies, skeletal issues, and the same disorders that attack and the disorders that attack any other dog.
Reason most of the Frenchy’s in rescue are ill or have been ill is caused by owners doing insufficient research into the dog breed- folks tend to spend thousands of dollars to buy a dog and zero on Vet care, frankly one of the most common problems with any French is heartworm; because they are most often indoors, people forget that mosquitoes can get in the house and consequently think to save a few bucks by not giving them proper heartworm prevention. They’re also frequently allergic to grass. And don’t even think about giving them purina because it will cause most of them to lose their hair.
Just to let you know I have had one beautiful male English Bulldog that lived a very happy healthy long life. He ate nothing but Purina brand dog food and never had any health issues from eating Purina. Today I now have a Frenchie from a rescue that is also eating Purina and no issues of any kind. Before having bullies I had many pets which all ate Purina brand pet food, including a few card. They all lived a very long and healthy life, those who wish to feed there pets a different brand of pet food are very welcome to do so, of course. But I refuse to purchase any brand just because it is special, or costly for a status symbol. Purina is not the new kid in town, they have an ectrrmely long good history of providing farm animals feed. For over fifty years I have used this brand and all of my pets lived a long healthy life. I do not work, nor represent in any form Purina. Just tired of a few people negative attacks against a good proven pet brand. God Bless.
Purina like most grocery store brands are garbage. If you look at the nutrient contents and additives, you can see for yourself. Dogs were not meant to eat a corn or “meat meal” based diet. It causes a lot of health issues, and you may have just gotten lucky. Always make sure that whole meat is the first ingredient and no meals of any kind. Meals are overly processed and heated to the point where it looses the majority of it’s nutrition value. If you want some good foods try Honest Kitchen, Weruva, Halo, or Ziwi. It’s premium priced, but you get what you pay for. I have always fed my pets a combination of the first three, that is also important to add variety and to make sure that your pets are getting all their nutritional needs met because not all pet foods have the same nutrient values. Please stop feeding your pets Purina, or any other grocery store brands because they use salvage meats, the ones I mentioned are made with human grade foods.
I’m currently seeking my blue nose French Bulldog for $2500 if you’d be interested just give me an email and we can discuss further Phillips.a.daja@gmail.com
Before writing about French Bulldogs, one should read the breed standard. “If a breeder tries to tell you that “brindle” is a “rare” color, they’re either an idiot or straight up lying to you in an attempt to sucker more money out of you?” The truth is, if a breeder tries to tell you “lilac”, “blue”, “black and tan” etc. is a rare color, be sure he is trying to suck more money from you. These colors are not rare, they are not bred for because they are connected with genetic deseases, some of them deadly. No serious breeder will ever breed this colours and the reason is one and simple – serious health issues. French buldogs are pricey because breeding frenchies is hard and costs a lot of money (c-section can be done only twice in a life of a bitch, anesthesia can kill a frenchie, puppy mortality at birth and in the first few weeks is higher then other breeds, bitches have little mother instinct because of c-section and the breeder has to keep puppies separeted from the mother and bring the puppies to suck every 2 hours the first week, then every 3 hours, 4 hours and so on, etc., etc.). Serious breeders breed for health, not for colour. Remember this when your overpayed blue frenchie starts having alopecia.
Very informative. Thank you. And I’ve seen the alopecia with the blue frenchies. I didn’t know it was associated with their coat color.
It is not scientifically proven that blues WILL have alopecia. Blue is just a undesirable color in the show ring. Blues MAY have health problems but it is unclear. No studies have proved it. Any color french bulldog can get alopecia. However there are some breeders who are only breeding for the money, Hence why they pick the rare colors to breed and base their breeding only on the color of a frenchies coat, Not by their health. Passing on weak genetics on and on. Just make sure the frenchie breeder is serious and health history is good. I know a lot of people with old blue french bulldogs and have NEVER gotten alopecia. Go ahead and try to search the internet for a PROVEN study by PROFESSIONAlS that say blue french bulldogs WILL have alopecia.
Thank you! I was thinking the sane ting. The author of this blog should seriously consider correcting it, or taking it down completely, if they are true French Bulldog enthusiasts. This is French Bulls#*t.
It is not scientifically proven that blues WILL have alopecia. Blue is just a undesirable color in the show ring. Blues MAY have health problems but it is unclear. No studies have proved it. Any color french bulldog can get alopecia. However there are some breeders who are only breeding for the money, Hence why they pick the rare colors to breed and base their breeding only on the color of a frenchies coat, Not by their health. Passing on weak genetics on and on. Just make sure the frenchie breeder is serious and health history is good. I know a lot of people with old blue french bulldogs and have NEVER gotten alopecia. Go ahead and try to search the internet for a PROVEN study by PROFESSIONAlS that say blue french bulldogs WILL have alopecia.
I paid way too much for my frenchie. Turned out to be the most aggressive, territorial, manipulating and destructive dog in the house. He will urinate on his own food. If you set your purse down for a second, “Boom!” peed on. He has to be muzzled to be seen by the vet. He has never tested me personally, but he has attempted to bite my children’s faces off. He barks at anything with wheels, including vaccume cleaners and he even barked continuously at a piece of macaroni dropped on the floor. On July 4th, he maimed and killed an entire litter of kittens within 10 minutes. He must always be supervised. He can’t be crated because he will continue to bark endlessly. The problem, the owners. Yes, my 13 year old daughter and my husband. They spoiled the dog rotten. Never scolded him for any misbehavior. Ever. “Bubba” is in charge of the entire house and the people in the house. My husband won’t let me find him another home. If I didn’t have 6 other rescued dogs and 2 cats, 4 kids whom I Homeschool and CANCER, I would train him myself. But I can’t get an abusive husband to agree with me, or help me at all. If you want a good dog, go to a shelter. Adopt an older dog. Learn everything you can about his?her personality. If you must get a puppy, a Frenchie, please don’t treat him like a human baby. Big mistake! They ARE cute, and they are entertaining, but I wouldn’t recommend this breed to anyone with children. And don’t “fall” for the brindle or “blue” load of crap from a breeder. It is a serious mutation, thats all it is. Sorry to bash the little fellow, but he has made my life miserable.
Hello, I can understand your frustration with your ill mannered dog and the fact no one wants to train the brat. How ever what I don’t understand is why you are with an “abusive” husband”. You need to get rid of some dogs, get rid of the husband, for sure, and concentrate on your cancer and your children. I am sorry you have cancer, and wish you well, and you have my prayers, but get rid of the dog because he is a harm to your children, and dirty. And get rid of the abusive husband because he is a harm to you all….please!
I thought you said he never challenged you. Urinating on your purse is marking and showing he is the “DOMINANT” one. Why would anyone keep a dog that would harm their children. I know it is hard to leave an abusive man, but that is your choice. I chose to live. I left.
Lmao this is the best story on here lolll I love my lil baby, I treat him like a lil baby and he is awesome. Give me your asshole dog…I will love his mean self to the moon and back
The way a puppy is raised isn’t the only reason for an aggressive dog. The parents of the puppy/dog play a large role in how it act’s. While I realize you have a huge undertaking I would definitely kick the husband to the curb. Secondly I would set the little guy straight. I would never allow a dog in my house to rule it or me. There are easy ways to put the dog in his place. Instantly you can make him sit for everything food, affection, going outside etc. Secondly feed him last to get him to realize he is not the alpha dog. Always have him follow you outside or inside, never allow a dog walk ahead of you. Remember dog’s in the pack follow the leader and never the other way around. Also all dog toy’s are your’s you begin and end the games they play. These are extremely easy ways to train a dog to be a follower and this is the exact way I trained my male Rottweiler so it can be done. And it doesn’t take any extra time. Dog training is all of the time not 30 mins to an hour a day. Food for thought but since this post is dated 2016 I doubt the dog is still around….
In all honesty, I understand our having a hard time with him but a dog an breed an I own 6 French Bulldogs it is how they are treated an kept by their owners on how they will act. It takes patience with all dogs to train them but if you cared for this dog an you gave him a home you have to treat him as if he were your child,. Teaching good behavior an giving him love when he’s good an time outs when he’s bad is the only way to train, abuse an hate will never win or help him live a better life or help you ease the situation . Please take your time! An invest yourself you took the responsibility to bring this dog in to your home. He deserves the best of you so he can be the best dog for you. Frenchies are amazing an lovable dogs they are on the very bottom of the aggressive list, Chihuahuas are an even smaller dog an are much more aggressive than Bulldogs.
I think perhaps you are a bit off. My Frenchie girls (one free whelped the other C-section loved their pups and took great care of them. In fact, when one of my Corgi girls had too many pups to take care of, one of my bully girls took that corgi pup and raised him up as her own. I did not separate Dams from their pups. Are you a doctor. I never heard that their is straight up limitation on C-sections. It is case by case. With regards to pups suckling. Pups not only will suckle, but will attach to a teat and stay attached for long periods of time. Sometimes exceeding an hour. Though if you are helping a dam feed her pups when she has a very large litter, or milk is scarce or has not come in you should tube the baby a minimum of every 2 hours.
Anesthesia can kill ANYONE canine, human, feline etc., depending on the individual. This is the reason certain tests are run prior to anesthesia being administered.
I purchased a lovely male blue frenchie. Not a bit of a problem with his skin or anything else for that matter. The reason no association or breeder will recognize the blue French bulldog as a breed is because many believe that the dog is prone to too many health problems. The widespread belief is that blue French bulldogs have a condition known as blue dog alopecia, which is a known discoloration. The truth of the matter, however, is that many of these dogs are not affected by this form of alopecia, and it’s something that a number of organizations are contesting at the moment. While a number of blue French bulldogs are affected by blue dog alopecia, there are also several that are affected by the same disease that are not particular to this breed. The vast majority of blue French bulldogs simply are not prone to having this kind of health issue.
I have a Cream Colored Frenchie Female, and a Blue coat Male Frenchie. The Family had giardia and has had autoimmune problems, and has lost patches of hair. The blue boy has had not issues with hair loss at all, but has a thin skin and gets infected easily by the female’s bites. So it all depends on the dog. You can’t generalize health issues to specific colors. I do think blue dogs with blue eyes may have problems though, as blue eyes on a dog is just not natural.
If I were you I would pick another breed of dog or maybe find a good breeder because I’ve never heard so much complete BULL SHIT in my life
WHY THE HELL WOULD ANYONE PAY $2000 TO $6000 FOR A FRENCH BULLDOG LET ALONE ANY DOG!!!???
This is BS. People should NOT pay these prices!!! This is just plain BS!!!
Why? Because they’re stupid and insecure — willing to pay anything for the status of saying they have a French Bulldog. Go to a shelter and get a dog that needs a home, for Christ sake
That’s like saying y do people like Ferrari there’s so many cars out there y pay 200k when you can pay 30k .. well that’s because people can do whatever the fuck makes them happy .
Well said Kenny, well said! Hey John, why don’t you go to the fucking shelter and save all the dogs for us!? Also, Toby why don’t you do something with you life like… I dunno go to college? Maybe you can take a risk and make money like most people who have money! You think we all were born with that much fucking money!? Fucking slime balls, talking shit because people have money and use it. Go fuck yourselves, the both of you!
Dear god! I just found this website to check prices on French bulldogs. But I see that this is a site for unhinged, angry people so furious that someone may say something they don’t like or agree with about their favorite breed that that they go on a an insulting, cursing rampage. Over it. What is WRONG with you, anyway? The world has a lot of horrible things worth getting outraged about, but my god, about a dog’s price or color or skin disease?? You sound like you’re about to shoot someone over this!! Get a life! And calm the fuck down! I don’t want a dog this badly.
Exactly, Kenny.
If people can’t afford a Frenxhie, that’s their problem, not mine. I work hard to do what I want with my money.
I paid $1200 for a Lab puppy from a breeder of champions. That dog was NEVER sick, and we were religious about regular vet checkups, shots, etc. I was an inexperienced dog owner and I wanted a mellow dog. It seems fashionable to mention that a dog is a rescue. More power to shelter dog rescuers, but my decision was right for me.
I also just found this site!
I have wanted a frenchie for yrs.
But coming to THIS site, I have to say something. HOW ABOUT BEING POLITE?!
When people use cuss words, I was taught it’s because they are Ignorant.
PLEASE folks be nice!
For crying out loud!
The conflicting information is just crazy without resorting to Cussing at each other!
Touche”
The breed is very unique. That’s why. & If you have the money, It’s not a big deal.
People can do whatever they want to do .
Butthurt because your children really wanted a frenchie and then you found out exactly how much you’ve failed at life when you attempted to purchase one Toby? There’s obviously a reason they’re in such high demand that they warranty this type of price range. I own three myself. Bought my male for 3800 at the mall petshop even though I told myself I would never do that because my children(maybe myself abit) fell in love with him. One of the best mistakes of my life! I’ll never own another breed of dog ever again! He has been in our lives going on 4 years now, our female who we purchased from a friend for 3000 we’ve had going on 3 years and last fall they blessed us with 4 little bundles of joy! One of which is so handsome that I immediately within seconds of seeing him in the vets office decided that he wasn’t going anywhere! The other three we sold to very dear friends of ours for 1500 so that we could continue to be involved in their lives from a distance. Every one is extremely unique in their own ways and appearance but not one of them even remotely close to the negative problems the rescue whisperer is having. I’m going to go out on a limb and guess that her little man is not neutered. Those are the types of territorial displays that a male pumped full of testosterone has. Our breeding male will mark his territory and can get aggressive towards the 8 month old male puppy, especially when our female comes into heat. That’s why we’re currently breeding the pair one last time then they’ll be getting spayed and neutered. Plus we really want to breed the little boy they gave us last fall down the road here. Rescue whisperer I hope that you get the help you need but it seems to me that you maybe putting the more serious problems in your life onto the dog. If you are truly the animal lover that you seem to be given your current living conditions then maybe time to find a better fit for your most likely intact male. The current situation doesn’t sound very good for anyone involved. And please consider getting him neutered if you insist on keeping him but cannot live with his behavior! A intact male, especially one that’s bred in the past will be aggressive and mark what’s his while all that baby batter is clogging up his brain. It can be better though, our breeding male does nip at the other male, occasionally he’ll nip at people’s feet (started after the puppies came), he occasionally marks his territory that’s just the behavior that comes with having a stud dog of any kind for the most part that I’ve seen. I can guarantee you wouldn’t have had these problems with a female frenchie. You would have just had to deal with auntie flow and diapers 2-3 times/year until you got her spayed/neutered.
French Bulldog Rescue Network. Short Mugs Rescue Squad. Both excellent organizations.
A word on health…just because the bulldog is healthy when you bring the Frenchy home, doesn’t mean the Frenchy will remain healthy. They are indoor dogs subject to heatstroke, allergies, skeletal issues, and the same disorders that attack and the disorders that attack any other dog.
Reason most of the Frenchy’s in rescue are ill or have been ill is caused by owners doing insufficient research into the dog breed- folks tend to spend thousands of dollars to buy a dog and zero on Vet care, frankly one of the most common problems with any French is heartworm; because they are most often indoors, people forget that mosquitoes can get in the house and consequently think to save a few bucks by not giving them proper heartworm prevention. They’re also frequently allergic to grass. And don’t even think about giving them purina because it will cause most of them to lose their hair.
So sorry, I apologize! I can’t find a way to delete the copy of my post! Just wanted to add that female frenchies can be just as obnoxious before spaying. I specialize in socializing frenchies to living with humans. By this, I mean that groups I rescue for don’t expect me to train dogs because I stink at it, but I can take a dog that’s been kept in a cage and bred repeatedly, that fights, that hoards food, and help it learn to relax and fit into a more civil life.
Sounds like you need to take up drinking! You are an angry woman! Very disrespectful!
full breed dogs typically cost more than crosses so I wouldn’t be surprised if they costed $1400, but $2000 to $6000 surprises me. I’m currently saving up for a french bulldog and I thought it might take a year or so but now I’m realizing that it’s probably going to be a few years ’cause I’ve only just started saving up!!!!
D, you can usually find “reasonable” AKC frenchies if you’re willing to travel a little bit. Major cities and highly-populated areas typically mean increased demand and higher prices. In my very rural state, healthy AKC french bulldogs are often $2000-3000.
Yo my America buds . Iam based in uk just matied my French bull dog bitch with a stud dog with the purple gene which I bought from a guy who was trying to breed . Dogs did the deed and she’s just passed 11 we lost 1 at birth and 2more within 24hours . So left with 8. 4 of which are purple / lilac . And 2 off which have short tails with twist very nice looking dogs . The point am making is most of the litter Iam selling to mates and family for between 500 and 850 Sterling the pups are 5 days old now and doing well . Keep saving and look at buying from uk stock . Good luck . Yours Ian from uk
The most you should pay for a male is $1400; a female $1600-1700
Could you recommend a breeder that charges these prices?
No one sales them at these prices lol. If they are they are junk.
I sell my blue frenchies for 1800 to 2000 and I can assure you they are not junk. They come with a pedigree and health guarantee. People that sell for crazy prices are just trying to make a huge profit. PERIOD!!!!!! My pups are raised in the home with love and care and I have never had a female bite,or harm another animal or my grandbabies..They are a very loving breed. You just need to search around for the right breeder and pup.
Hi Michelle I would like to buy one of your puppies from you how can I get in touch with you do you have a website or number
HI michelle i would also like information on your frenchies!
I would like your information to get a puppy. I have been searching and the cheapest I have found was $5000 which I think is ridiculous and with no info on the dog or parents.
those dogs are usually papered, such as dna tested, purebred licensed, and family history ,it’s not cheap to breed this French bulldog, if you are not breeding for profit, there is no point of investing money on them and sale for $200
You are correct. Breeding french bulldogs is very expensive if you do it right and put the dog’s needs first.
MIchelle -I would love to get your information. We are interested in buying a French bull dog.
Thanks
hi, michelle
i would like to buy one of your frenchies. how can i get in touch with you? Thank.
Hi, Where r u located? I’m interested in ur pups?
Can you send me your info?
Can I have your info please?
Hi Michelle,
I would be interested in purchasing a female puo from you when u habe one available. Will you please contact me to let me know in advance the price and time frame.
Kind Regards,
Elle
im4peace@live.com
Could I get your contact info. I am interested in a Male for my older dog to love and care for. Any info would be appreciated. Do u have a website?
No breeder charges those prices. If you find one close to that you are going to get what you pay for. A lifetime of medical issues
Bullshit. It’s all about the breeder and the location. I purchased my incredibly healthy cream male for $1600. Automatically asserting that “any french bulldog less than X amount is going to have a lifetime of medical issues” suggests that you actually know nothing, which is no grand surprise.
I’ve never seen these prices by me
Where can these French bulldogs be found for this price?
Usually in less dense areas, but I would be very wary of people selling french bulldogs. There’s a reason they’re not cheap. Good studs and clean bills of health are hard to come by; most breeders just pair up two frenchies and try to make a quick buck. Understand the costs of buying a french bulldog without a serious inquiry into the breeder. I just spent $3000.00 USD on one of my new puppies for a 5 day 24/7 vet hospital stay due to parvo. If you’re trying to find a cheap french bulldog, first see if there are any that need adopted: http://www.frenchbulldogrescue.org/
Lori,, where do you live ? I have a friend going through a divorce, she has a 7 mo old Carmel color male she bought in Houston from a breeder for $3,000.
She is willing to sell him for 1,200 because the X now lives in an apt and her 3 yr son keeps teasing him. We’re in Fort Worth Texas
Is he still available?
Please forward name and number of the breeder(s) that sell frenchies for this price IN THIS COUNTRY!!! It costs and average of $1,000 to import and get through customs depending on where you are.
We bought our fawn colored male in NYC for about $5,000 with taxes. He came from a breeder on the West Coast. The higher cost is partly due to convenience and the standard sticker shock of the city that comes with buying anything.
However, we don’t regret it. And trust me, I know plenty of people who have paid well over 5k alone on caring for their frenchie during the 1st year of ownership. In my opinion, the initial cost should not be one’s primary concern; a frenchie with healthy genetics will be a lot less costly in the long run.
Exactly. The initial cost of the dog should be the least of their worries. If you can’t afford that initial cost, please wait until you have the income to support this particular breed. There are many more available puppies than there are reputable breeders. Chances are high that there will be many additional costs. I spent 10k+ in the first year on vet bills for my first French bulldog.
Very good point, Elle. So many of my friends want to get french bulldogs or English bulldogs and I always explain to them that the initial $1800-$4500 is only the beginning. They seem to think that food, bedding, health care, and amenities are free…
You got that right.
I will be paying $3500 and found that standard on the East Coast for a reputable AKC/French Bulldog of America breeder.
Does any one recommend a reputable Frenchmen breeder in South Florida? I’m planning on getting one for Christmas, I’m ok with pricing as I understand the value of the breed. Just a little skeptical on who to purchase from. If anyone knows please let me know! Frenchies rule!! 🙂
I have a pups that will be available in 4wks.
All are blue Frenchies. Parent health tested and cleared.
786 283 1848
In Colorado, looking for a Frenchie pup as friend for our 2yr old pug. No breeding. Please tell me cost?
Thank you,
Andrew
Pghsmw44@comcast.net
How much for your pup’s?
Great article.
I am a hobby breeder of AKC French Bulldogs. I bred and showed AKC Amstaffs for almost 13yrs prior which several we bred went on to be Champions. I Gained an interest with Frenchies because of their size and builds, but once I owned 1 I was won over. They are such an amazing breed when it comes to affection and love while extremely playful and rambunctious.
I do breed for quality over anything else and do health test to make sure I’m advancing the breed with healthy stock. But I also breed for color. A lot of the rare color dogs that do have illnesses is not so much related to the color but because someone down the line only worried about color genetics and not the health and structure genetics. This is where I beleive we all have to be very carful and see where we aquire our dogs from. A cheap puppy in the long run can and will turn into the most expensive dog you have ever had. Wether it’s blue, lilac, green (lol) or just a standard cream,fawn or brindle color.
Just my 2 cents.
Do your homeworks and make sure you research where they come from and what the parents look like.
Thank you all for your time.
Well said.
BRAVO I am so glad someone else is informing these people who think rare colored frenchies are sick!!!. It is not based on the color. It is the breeder. THANK YOU
Any breeder breeding against their own breed standard on purpose isn’t very responsible no matter if they claim health testing. Genetic issues arise from many factors including coat color. The mouse grey (blue/lilac ), chocolate (liver) and black & tan Frenchie colors are disqualified for show/breeding stock for good reasons. Breeders show their dogs as a way to measure how close to the breed standard their dog measures up before breeding that dog. Greed is why blues are popular. Rare because responsible breeders don’t want to produce these colors because they can be detrimental to the breed as a whole and not better the breed. There are many verified studies on conditions associated with coat colors in dogs like http://www.homepage.usask.ca/~schmutz/dogconditions.html including from the AVMA and universities like UC Davis. The above website is a good place to start with and has book recommendations as well. Now that these diluted (dd) genes have been reintroduced in the French bulldog population most responsible breeders now DNA their dogs for coat color genetics to help stop the spread of these carriers. Puppy miller’s also DNA test now so they can perpetuate these colors for profit. DNA testing for coat color isn’t health testing. DNA testing for CMR1, DM, HU, JHC, CHG is for some issues affecting this breed. But doesn’t cover Hip, elbows, patella, other eye issues or heart. Learn more at http://www.ofa.org It’s a real shame that over 100 years of trying to better this breed these colors have been reintroduced or purposely bred because they’re pretty or bc they bring big bucks. On average, people have no real understanding of genetics or they would have never bred them. Producing dogs on purpose who do not follow the breed standard is just irresponsible. There are good reasons why breed standards exist. Producing 1 dog with say follicular dysplasia is 1 too many, and could’ve been prevented by responsible breeding.
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I feel that your statement about a breeder being greedy charging over $2000 for a common color French Bulldog is out of touch. I charge $2500 for them. What you are getting however is a puppy who has had both parents DNA tested to ensure that there are no genetic defects like kidney stones or the eye probables that can be tested for. All our dogs arrive to their new owners with all their shots and have been seen y our Vet 3 times. We do not feed any of our dogs cheap grocery store brand food either. They all get high end wet and dry food supplemented by farm fresh eggs to make sure they have all the calcium and protein needed to get a good solid start on their life. If you go to a truly good breeder that has put in the time and money to get you a well bread dog that comes with a health guarantee and all its medical needs taken care of before you get it, you should expect to spend more. You should also expect to have a pet that will be with you and your family longer due to being healthier than the poor dogs who did not benefit from the DNA testing that so many breeders don’t bother with. You should consider editing that section with a little more consideration to what people are getting when they buy their dog.
Can you tell me why French Bulldogs shouldn’t be flown?
Hey Becky,
This is really an issue of circumstances. Frenchies can theoretically fly in the cabin just fine, but most airlines will give you a hard time with bringing your dog on board without paying for a full ticket. I’m happy to pay it but most people don’t expect the expense. No matter what you hear elsewhere, most frenchies will not fit in a crate beneath a seat. It’s also incredibly inhumane. French bulldogs should never ever be shipped or flown in the cargo area because it can reach temperatures of 90+ degrees Fahrenheit while the plane waits on the tarmac to be taxied or to take off. Frenchies, being brachycephalic and having a compromised respiratory system can lead to death in these temperatures. Rapid changes in air temperature and air pressure can also cause deafness in dogs. It isn’t uncommon for dogs to go deaf from a single trip in the cargo area of a plane. Even further, it can be incredibly traumatic flying a dog in the cargo area, even under the right circumstances or with sedation. It just isn’t a good idea, altogether.
Thank you for the information. I asked because I know someone who recently bought a French Bulldog who was flown from one of the Dakotas to upstate New York. This person had the young dog for a few days and realized that she is deaf. A vet told this person that due to the coloration of the dog it was likely born this way. The breeder back in the Dakotas claims not to have known. I was curious if the pressure changes could have aggravated something.
Depending on where in the plane the frenchie was during the flight, the air pressure changes could easily have damaged their hearing. Most dogs that are shipped by airplane are sedated and so their muscles are totally relaxed during the flight. The inability to flex certain cranial and ocular muscles during the flight may have lead to the inability to “pop” or release air from their ear canal during the changes in pressure. Rapidly changing air pressure and temperatures can lead to trapped air expanding or creating a vacuum which may have damaged your friend’s frenchie’s hearing. It isn’t impossible. That said, significant inbreeding and various colors of french bulldogs frequently result in a litany of health issues, as well. We’re vehemently opposed to this type of breeding, but we’re essentially powerless against it. My best advice would be to ensure your friend’s dog is shown plenty of affection, always leashed while out (deafness means major issues with training and obedience), and receives ample veterinary care. Basically, just ensure your friend does their best to give their frenchie a very happy life!
People pay a lot for their frenchies because it is not easy to breed frenchies. First of all, the breeders have to pay thousands for a healthy female and male. Or they have to pay thousands for stud fee alone. Then they have to pay for vitamins, dog food, toys, vet checks, testing, getting the dogs bred, C-sections, etc. Then they have to keep an eye on the pups, losing a lot of sleep, for weeks! Not to mention frenchies may run into a lot of health problems along the way (the breed is prone to them) and the money that needs to go into medications/surgery is outrageous! The payout for breeding these dogs correctly is not much if anything. So if you want to bash french bulldog breeders for charging money in order to create a well loved man made dog, do your research first!
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Well said, Rebecca. Please keep the vitriol to a minimum. Understand that our disagreement over breeding is due to industry-driven practices that force breeders’ hands. We would love to see less financial speculation over the particular genetics, gender, and breed of a dog but alas, we’re basically powerless against it. Further, foreign puppy mills create an even more volatile climate for breeders. In a nutshell, we don’t think it’s ethical to breed french bulldogs for a profit; breeding, as far as we’re concerned, should be a hobby centered around improving the health of french bulldogs, not getting paid.
This is why I think you guys are so special. My french bulldog was my best friend, she was my whole world (literally). I could never breed her even though I was asked to all the time because of her unique coloring, but I couldn’t do it because of the stress of knowing someday I would have to choose good homes for the puppies. It would cause me too much anxiety, and the stress of giving one of her puppies to an unfit home. It’s such a greedy industry that surrounds these beautiful creatures, which is why you two are a real breath of fresh air!
payout for breeding these dogs correctly is not much if anything…. **cough** **cou..BULLSHIT!**
INDEED 😉
Be very careful buying Frenchies. Ive owned 4 over the years. Stay away from Blue/Lilac designer colors. These are bred incorrectly and are known to have health problems. When you find a reputable breeder, the price will most likely be between 3500-4500. Anything more and they are ripping you off. Good luck and dont get overcharged
Well said. We haven’t bought a blue or lilac and we actually haven’t even had the opportunity to do so. In my part of the country, there are only 3-4 breeders in the state that we’re aware of, and they’re fairly small. One breeder told us that in 20+ years of breeding, that had not once seen a blue or lilac french bulldog. On the contrary, the same breeder told me that they had a black and tan french bulldog pop out of two cream frenchies, so I guess it really is a mixed bag. Doggy genetics are still vastly mysterious, I guess.
I have a blue. My husband paid $6300 after the “discount”. We have spent thousands more. At 10 months old, he has never had a solid poop. He has now been diagnosed with food allergies and colitis and pyoderma. His armpits get raw and red from itching. Even between his toes are red from the allergies. He gets his toes soaked daily and a bath twice weekly with prescription shampoo. Medicated spray twice a day on those spots. Prescription hydrolyed dog food. He’s on various meds. He’s wild and attacks us all. He’s in a large toddler pen in my living room because he attacks our other pets. It’s in a playful way, but too wild. He’s hard to train, but sits like a good boy. He wakes up at night frequently, and I’ll be up for hours when I have work in the morning. It’s reminds me of the days when my kids were infants. The thing is that he’s so happy, loving and super cute. The snorting is adorable! I love him!
Is 2500 for a cream colored frenchie in NY a good price (I’m seeing 3500 with other breeders in NY… This breeder was listing the puppy for 2900 since they are deeper in Long Island, but I negotiated down to 2500……)? The price includes the following:
– AKC registered (how do I check this on the puppy?)
– vet certificate
– vaccinations up to date
– dewormed, microchipped and one year health guarantee
– puppy will be 8 weeks old
I will be asking about the parents of the puppy when I see the puppy soon. Any advice on specific questions I should be asking on anything (ex: genetic testing or other health related questions?)? Just want to make sure the breeder is legit when I’m meeting them..
Thank you
Hey John,
Congratulations on choosing a frenchie as your companion. For New York, I’d say that’s as low as you’re going to get. Everything is more expensive in NY, especially in the city. Note that what your breeder is asking is roughly what I have paid here for french bulldogs in the past (deep south).
You’re spot on to ask about the parents, and it’s even better if you could meet both parents. Often, however, breeders may not have both parents as they have paid someone to sire their litters. This shouldn’t deter you, however, just an added bonus if it is possible. One thing to ask for is if they have had any issues with hip dysplasia or spinal issues in their breeding history. If they say that they have, ask if they got xrays, discontinued breeding that particular french bulldog, and if they had any of their prior clients report back with similar issues.
It sounds like your one-year health guarantee means they will refund/buy back the puppy if any major health concerns arise. Ask them if those are specific issues, or if they’re fairly lenient about it. French bulldogs can come down with some very obscure health problems, so they may try and give you the slip if you come back to them with a veterinarians report claiming your french bulldog has acute dermatitis of the testicles.
Otherwise, all sounds good. Feel free to shoot us an email at web {at} allaboutfrenchies.com if you have anymore questions. Best of luck to you.
Thank you very much for the advice, I’m taking down notes on my end. The frenchie will be exactly 8 weeks old when I go see the puppy, it’s a female, do you have advice on what I should be making sure of that the puppy is ready to take home (as I’ve read that puppies should be no less than 8 weeks)?? Any other advice for female frenchie puppies you can think of? Based on what they have on the site and my conversation with the breeder, the puppy looks fine. They’ve also sent me a video of the puppy as I’m going to see her soon. I’ll also send over an email to you in case you have other advice. I really appreciate your guidance on this..
No problem at all, my pleasure. With female frenchies, you may want to pay attention to their demeanor. Females can be “bossy” but it’s difficult to tell early on. Our female is hilariously assertive with our other two boys. It isn’t anything serious, but she’s protective of her toys and food. I wouldn’t worry about it too much, but if she plays and behaves like she’s going to be really aggressive, you may want to ask about the disposition and demeanor of her parents.
With regard to taking her home, the breeder should have plenty of experience with this, but no puppy is precisely the same. Eight weeks is a good round number, but it isn’t always bulletproof. The primary concern is size and diet. If she seems undersized compared to her siblings (you’ll want to see them, too, if possible) then you might ask if your breeder is willing to allow her another week or two with her remaining littermates and mother, if only to get a little larger and to be 100% certain she is weened off of her mother’s milk. If the breeder protests, offer to leave a percentage deposit (most breeders request a ~$200-$500 deposit, anyway) in exchange for keeping the puppy just a tad longer. Further, ask your breeder about what they’re currently feeding her, as you will initially want to continue feeding her that exact same food for around another 6-8 weeks before gradually introducing a full-time puppy food of your choice. Your breeder can make some recommendations here as well, so don’t be afraid to ask.
Also be weary of awkwardness. Going to meet random people and give them money for a dog can be an odd encounter. Don’t let awkward silence or odd human idiosyncrasies deter you from being 100% comfortable with your decision. Ultimately, you are in charge of yourself, your actions, and your money. If your breeder seems impatient or unwilling to entertain your questions, be assertive and ask anyway. Get your answers. If you want, you could even take a written or typed list so you can go over it with the breeder. A good breeder will happily help you with your concerns and address them for you. They should be happy to do so for the amount of money you’re forking over. Try to get friendly with them and appeal to their hobby or profession of breeding by asking your questions and leveling with them.
Don’t be afraid to continue asking questions after the fact, as well. If you have a particular concern and you think your breeder might have a quick answer, call them up or send them a message.
Keep us in the loop and let us know how it goes when you meet the puppy.
-J
Hi Jordan,
I sent over an email to you as well…. So i discovered that the breeder is local here in NY but they breed their puppies at a kennel in Florida. He said he will have the AKC registration in a week for the puppy, and that I can even wait until he gets papers so I don’t need to pay anything until this is done…. I’m planning on seeing him this weekend and will be waiting until the puppy is officially akc registered, then I’ll go back to pick up the puppy if everything checks out…. Is this normal for a breeder to breed their pups elsewhere?
Hey John,
This would set off a red flag for me. Did you ask why they breed in Florida? On top of requiring sedation for air travel, which can permanently damage a dog’s hearing if they’re transported in the cargo area, but it also means that you’ll essentially be unable to meet the puppy and make a decision without feeling pressured to either buy or not. It just seems a little odd–it’s definitely not a practice I’ve seen in other breeders. I would proceed with caution. Let me encourage you to send over the breeder’s information so I can investigate this. Florida is replete with ports where Chinese puppy mill dogs are often brought in via cargo ship. The practice isn’t uncommon.
I would be wary of anyone who does not allow you to see their facilities. Sounds like an unhealthy puppy mill to me. Ask if you could go meet the dog in Florida. If they refuse, there is something they don’t want you to see.
Hi Jordan,
Thanks so much for this info, it’s all very helpful. I am in discussions with a AKC-registered breeder in New Jersey about purchasing a male Frenchie pup at 8 weeks. Fawn/redish coloring with a black snout and some white on the chest. Deworming, age appropriate vaccinations, clean bill of health from vet, and one year health guarantee at pick up. $3,500. Would you say this is an appropriate price for this dog, or on the expensive end?
Thanks in advance for you advice.
That’s a little pricey for a male, but cost can also vary heavily from breeder-to-breeder, and from state-to-state. If the breeder has a really nice facility and goes the extra mile, then the price might reflect that effort. Otherwise, if they’re selling french bulldogs out of their bedroom from a welping pad, I would be wary of the lack of professionalism. Ultimately, go with your gut. Throw deep, always.
Jordan,,
Thanks. Do females typically go for more? If so, is that because they tend to be smaller, or can carry pups? Just curious why you say it seems a little pricey “for a male.”
Thanks again!
You are correct, breeders usually charge more for females because they know that enterprising folks could potentially undercut their business by breeding a female that they’ve sold. So, to discourage it, breeders just jack up the price of females to reduce their availability. It’s a sort of cyclical approach and it will eventually have come to a head. The going rate for a female AKC french bulldog in my part of the world is approaching $4000. =(
I have got one aswell for 3000$
Is $300 a good price for a blue frenchie?
Hey Fiona, I would be very, very weary of someone charging only $300 for any french bulldog puppy. Normally, AKC-registered, well-bred and healthy french bulldog puppies are priced, at minimum, around $1800-$2400.
I am going to purchase my first Frenchie. She is a brindle female and they breeder said she is up to date on shots, AKC registered and micro chipped. She also has a health guarantee up to 1 year. She is also willing to drive to personally delivery her to, we are meeting half way, but it is more than half way for her. And maybe close to an hour for me. I have a small 2 year old 5 pound dog, a 7 year old, and 1 year old my boys love their dog. Anyway, she is asking 2k for her. It sounds reasonable to me? Is this a fair price and what questions should I ask before we meet? Thanks so much in advance
Hey Amber,
Depending on where you are in the world, $2K is pretty reasonable for a female who is AKC-registered, and is coming from a high-quality breeder. Read through some of the other comments on the blog and check out a couple of the posts to know what to look for in a good breeder. Don’t be afraid to walk away if you get suspicious. By comparison, in my part of the country (USA), some females can go for $4,500. So, $2K doesn’t sound bad by comparison.
Hi! I’ve just seen a blue brindle female at a Petland pet store in Florida. The price was outrageous (7k marked down from 10k!!!). We got the price down to 5k but I still feel it is too much. They had the family tree and parents history. They also guarantee all of their dogs are chosen by the owner from reputable breeders. The pet store also offers a lot of nice perks like 3 year health guarantee, replacement of the dog after death if it died of old age etc…What price is actually reasonable for this color combination? We loved her and bonded immediately. I was heartbroken to leave her behind but I want to make a fair offer to them and be prepared to walk away if they decline because I think their price is absurd. Please let me know what you think. Thank you!!
Alex, thank you for reading and being here. We are humbled. I would be very weary of purchasing a french bulldog from a pet store. Is it AKC registered? Can they prove her pedigree? $5,000 USD, or even $4,000, is a lot of money. Most of us cannot spare that kind of expense for a companion. The pet store appears to be offering some very good perks with their health guarantee, buyback, and so on. However, remember that blue and other brindle varieties are the result of significant genetic manipulation through generations of inbreeding. Blue brindle, blue-pied, lilac, and many other “unicorn” french bulldog colors are really just the result of genetic anomalies that often come with a number of health issues. For example, many lilac and blue varieties of french bulldogs are more prone to blindness early in life, as well as hearing loss. _
Truth be told, that price is outrageous, but breeders get away with it all the time. For example, here in Kentucky, the only french bulldog breeder that’s active year-round in central Kentucky charges a minimum of $4500 per puppy. Often, they charge more. It’s a shitty thing to do and it commoditizes and fetishizes french bulldog ownership. As french bulldogs become increasingly popular, breeders will ultimately charge more and more for them.
Jordan is obviously out of touch and is making is own theoretical prices up. Having raised two litters from our frenchies, he clearly doesn’t understand the costs of raising a healthy litter. A c-section is the only safe way to deliver them. That’s $1500 where we live. Then top grade raw food, vet visits with shots, whelping ‘box’ and play area, our precious time (very little sleep for 2-4 weeks. 2 hours at a time if we’re lucky and alternating responsibilities with my wife) medications for inevitable illnesses, many vitamins, incubator and oxygenator, heating lamps and thermometers, a puppy camera to monitor when they’re old enough to leave them alone for a few hours, etc. I’m sure I’ve forgotten a lot of expenses besides those. We’ve sunk a LOT of money into this part time hobby of love and take great pride in how we raise our litters. They’re expensive to buy because they’re expensive to raise in a healthy, loving environment.
I’m not the kind of self-important turd to delete a comment that insults me on my own website, so I’ll leave yours up. I have a litter of seven puppies that were delivered by cesearean section yesterday. I have poured countless dollars into my french bulldogs, including everything you rattled off and then some. That doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface of what it costs me to run this website year after year. Even with all of that, I have no valid reason to charge more than $2000 per puppy–this is not a hobby nor is it a fly-by-night get-rich-quick scheme. The commoditization of a living, breathing thing is disgusting to me. If you want to call me out of touch for suggesting that profiting off of the exploited reproduction of bourgeois designer dogs is ultimately greedy and bad for the breed in the long-term, then by all means. You’ve earned every right to live with that level of cognitive dissonance.
Hey Jordan, is there a way I can contact you about possibly purchasing one of your puppies? Thanks in advance!
Hey Kelly, I don’t have any litters right now. I suspect I will have another litter in about 6 months or so.
Could someone help me, in my country frencies aren’t available, but i want to import one to my hometown but i dont want anything pricey. If anyone could lead me to a good breeder who could help me with this i would be thankful
Please do not “import” a french bulldog from anywhere. I understand that they’re en vogue and popular right now, but “importing” a dog from anywhere is risky. French bulldogs cannot fly in the cargo area of a plane, they will die from heat exposure while the aircraft idles on the tarmac. Further, if someone is dumb enough to ship a french bulldog in the cargo area of a plane, not only will they traumatize the animal, but the dramatic changes in pressure will almost certainly burst both of the poor dogs eardrums, making them deaf for life.
Don’t do it. Go to your local shelter and adopt a deserving pet.
If you must import a dog first know that nothing about it will be cheap. You need a puppy nanny to fly the dog in the cabin. There are vet exams that your country will require. They may also require the dog be held for quarantine. Expect to add at least $1500-$2000 to the cost of the puppy. A decent puppy from America will cost an average of $3000-$5000.
I have been scammed three times by breeders 1 breeder was for a Norwich Terrier the other two were French bulldogs, for some reason all these so-called breeders are women they lie most of these women own only the female their use a stud service which is any person that has a male usually a fawn or red and they pay him for the stud service and claim that their dogs are special and why they are expensive and how long they’ve been breeding basically most of these breeders either can’t answer your questions or they hate to answer even the slightest question red flags they don’t keep in touch with you you literally have to pull teeth to get information from them I would love to post or create a site from my experiences because most people are buying inbred Frenchie in this country the Bloodlines are so mixed
Hey Frank,
Yeah, we’ve had some serious problems with “breeders” as well. When we first became enamored with french bulldogs, we spent nearly a year trying to find someone legitimate enough to meet our standards. The patience and persistence paid off and we ended up with our truly extraordinary Auggie. Since then, we’ve run into countless people, including people running puppy mills (who I reported, by the way), claiming to breed the “best french bulldogs” in the country. It’s infuriating when you challenge these people with legitimate questions and they act offended. Worse, still, they’re only interested in the money. Their “breeding” practices harm the breed and the puppies they raise. I hear you, brother. I hear you.
I met a couple last night walking a frenchie. I approached them to offer my dog boarding services, they said they were breeders and we exchanged Instagram accounts to follow one another. I peeked into the comments section of a pic whereby someone asked the price of a frenchie. Breeder wrote: “$8,500.00”. I was aghast! This is in the east coast.
That’s crazy, Sue! Here in my state, the three breeders I know of max out their prices $4500! Even that is still ridiculous to me. I sold most of my last litter for any average of $2000/puppy. Outrageous! Thanks for popping in, Sue!
Dear Jordan Johnson,
Reading your words about Frenchies I can tell you are an honest and that you Love your dogs very much. This is the kind of person I am. Our dogs are a member of our family. I had Boxers who lived to be 13 yrs old and Loved them Dearly. I would Love to find a healthy Female Frenchie and raise her in our Loving home. You seem to be a Breeder that cares deeply about your Dogs and their Puppies, I would Love to purchase one of your pups. Will you please consider me as one of the future caretakers of one of your beloved pets. I know placement of your puppies is so important. I have excellent references I would be happy to share with you. I’m willing to wait for one of your puppies knowing you’re a responsible and loving person sharing your special pets, little bundles of joy and companions with us. Thank you for taking your time in considering me.
Hey Nancy, thanks so much for your kind words. I don’t have any puppies for sale at the moment but some of the readers might. They usually leave a comment when they have litters available. I will add you to my contact list and let you know when I have puppies available. Thanks again!
I wanted to leave this comment for both sides of the fence,. To help my fellow frenchie owners, an to shed light on the rest that believe breeding an price to be a bewilderment.
I started out as a French Bulldog owner one girl a blue with tan, she was in a pet store window an I fell in love! I paid $6,000 for her. We swore we would never pay that much for a dog., because we didn’t understand what it took to bring this doggie in to the world,. So 2 years later when she had matured an was grown enough we decided we wanted to have puppies. So we found a stud locally an made it happen, French Bulldogs can not mate naturally like other dogs it’s very hard an stressful for them to latch. So 98% of French bulldog breeding is done thru artificial incrimination,TCI, or surgical.
All 3 of these require an experienced stud breeder, or vet to successfully safely an comfortably do for your girl. Studding alown ranges from $1,400-10.000+ depending on your stud choice. That’s before you even confirmed your having puppies. Also before you can stud you must do progesterone testing 2-10 times depending on if you missed the heat or hit it right on, this service for us at the vet is $100 each time we had to do it at least 3 times, dogs just like humans have a window it has to be the perfect time to get pregnant. Ok so now we have spent $3000+ so far an we still don’t have any puppies……. 30days after you breed you have to go to the vet for an ultrasound, $250-$600 depend on your vet, next at 50-55 days you have to go back to the vet it’s time to do X-rays an check on the puppies they are coming in the next week or 2 $250-$600 depending on your vet! Still no puppies have arrived yet…. now we set up an prepare for pups to come this cost money! Supplies $300-$1000, you must be prepared for anything, bottle feeding, aspirating puppies, fading puppies etc etc etc, not to mention if anything happens an you need to take the puppies to the vet,. Ok so now its 60-65 days it’s time for the puppies to come you head to the vet for a c-section because frenchies heads are to big, natural birth can kill or injury mom or the puppies so a good breeder an responsible one that cares about their puppies before they have even tried to sell you one or put a price on them, oh an by the way they don’t even know the color of the puppies yet is now at the vet getting a c-section $2000-$3000 depending on your vet , ok so we have invested $5,000-10,000+ an the puppies are just born no price or sales have been made or decided ! Ok so now pups are home, it’s not over yet! Now the breeder must welp these puppies feeding every 2 hours an watch them 24hours a day for 9 weeks ( an some times not all the puppies make it, —)until it’s time to go to there new homes, so at 2 weeks pups go to the vet for check ups an deworming,.vet cost $100-200 ok so now 6 weeks now pups need their first shots depending on The litter size depends on the cost $200-300 ok still haven’t sold any puppies these are still all cost the breeder is investing,. An we still haven’t mentioned supplies again these pups are eating real doggy food at this point …. an most breeders have just started pricing there pups…. ok week 8-9 pups need more shots another $200-300… week 9-12 pups new homes are awaiting them. So when you need a better understanding of what French Bulldogs worth they are priceless, but having them is not,. So yes price also goes to the investment you made to have these puppies along with color an pedigrees! Prices of these dogs are not just breed or color, it plays a part but is far from the only reason. Please do your home works an understand that the reason a Bentley cost the price is does an each car takes 6 months to make. It is the investment, time, love, sweat, an tears an sleepless nights that were put in an should be respected.
We love our dogs an we invest so much time an love in to them we are not big breeders we have only had a few litters but we have studied an learned so much.. that in order to truly understand why you really must do your research! An yes we dooo completely support rescuing! Please please save all the frenchies !! But if you are looking to purchase one please do your research, on your breeder your buying from , an how to care for them! Frenchies need a lot of attention an sometimes special care! They are not a cheap dog to take care of.
For anyone in need of recommendations these are what we use with our babies an we have tried a lot an these have been amazing for us
Food-
Castor & Pollux adult
Wild caught salmon & sweet potatoes with raw bites (grain free and poultry free)
Puppies the same good but the puppy version
We Also don’t feed processed treats! Keep it natural they love it just as much !
Carrots, watermelon, apples[no peel], berries, pumpkin[also good for hardening soft poo], sweet potato, etc— you can also freeZe any of these an make them even more fun treats!
Sensitive skin
Coconut oil an puppy shampoo
Dry noses
Filtered water
Ruff feet
Coconut oil
Dry coat
Fish oil -for dogs
Coconut oil
Please know frenchies love to play an wrestle it is not a sign of aggression they just love attention an playing they will play until the pass out they are just like toddlers.
Please keep doing what you are doing by educating the public.
The big reason why most breeders get angry with you is the sheer fact that you may cut into the ridiculous prices (because the breed is popular now). Most of these breeders are under the guise of caring more about the dog and breed then the person that wants to adopt or should I say pay out the nose for this breed. These breeder, and lets not fool ourselves, are out for the money, passing up a lot of really good homes for French pups just to get a great profit off them. They make people qualify, fill out lots of paperwork with questions that sometime are none of their business and frankly have nothing to do with weather or not you can take care of a dog.
Now! I think it’s great that someone explains that your new pup is going to grow into a dog and still need a lot of time and energy on your part. They don’t get older and go off to college, they sometimes have very large vet bills, and require being spoiled at every turn. SO! please keep that and a lot more in mind when you do decide to take a wonderful special life into your home.
We all know there are hidden costs in raising a dog and if your going to fork out $7,000.00 for one, I’m sure you gave it some thought. So I’m not trying to make you feel bad but our pets give us so much more in return. The reason why I wrote this is because some of these breeders are full of there own crap.
They don’t even follow their own advise by making sure they know IT COSTS A LOT TO BREED and making sure the blood line stays clean and pure (because of health reasons) not to make sure you make more money. WOW, Some of these breeders better guarantee the pup craps gold coming from a litter of maybe 4 pups at $7,000.00 each.
I would like to end this with a thank you to all of the breeders who understand what I am trying to say and thank you for your dedication to the breed, keeping the costs down so that every day people can afford a pup that they like as well.
Thank you for your kind words, Kat! I deeply appreciate the time you took jump into the discussion. I whole-heartedly agree with you.
Do Frenchie puppies cost less then adults?
I’ve always wanted a french bull dog and did my research. I checked many breeders in Florida and found our girl in Ft. Lauderdale. And yes, they can be costly. For those who think it’s bs to have a pure bred, to each his own. If I want to pay $3000 for a puppy, then so be it.
the 1500 or under frenchie you bought based on price is why there are so many backyard breeders, you’re enabling sketchy practices and humans whos goal in breeding is not to better the breed, some breeders will charge more because of the additional health testing that gets done. I get what you’re saying but do you realize that most REPUTABLE breeders don’t make much of a profit? I have worked in the Veterinary field for 10+ years and know this to be true as I have bred them as well. As you know, frenchies will often have health problems whether you go through a “good” breeder or not. The breeders I deal with take pride in what they do and get very attached. If someone can’t afford the price of the pup what about the potential medical bills? ACL sx, ear infections, elongated soft pallets, nares, etc are just a few things frenchies owners could deal with. These procedures are not cheap! What do you think frenchie breeders do? sell pups and buy mansions? the reputable breeders I know put that back into their program and shoot for bettering the breed as a whole. purebreds of all breeds can be pricey… why pick on the frenchies and their breeders? If you can’t afford one, thats your problem, not the breeders, Do you complain about the cost of a Ferrari? no, you just go buy a honda instead because complaining won’t change the price. Overall, if you’re not liking someones price, move on. dont harass them like thats gonna make them change it. dont down them because YOU think they are money hungry. you have no idea how much blood, sweat, and tears go into breeding these amazing dogs!
I am looking to buy a puppy or a puppy who has been returned/re-homed. Are there any available in that price range of $1,500? We are in no rush and would consider a young adult and open to travel. My email is MDB07@yahoo.com and looking forward to hearing from someone with a quality breeder for our potential new family member.
1. Paying more for a dog does not ensure you are getting a better dog.
2. Paying less for a dog does not mean you are supporting backyard breeders.
3. Paying for a rescue dog does not make you Mother Theresa.
Thanks for the info. We have a 1 week frenchie we rescued from being put down based on having a cleft lip and palate. Do you know the success of the surgery and basic cost? His parents were a 40k lilac dad and a brown and white mom. I dont even know what color to call him? Thoughts?
I guess I fall into being a backyard breeder. I retired, my dogs run in my house, with 14 year old Yorky dog. So I do go for colored dogs. Do not own stud dog. Use stud dogs from 100,000 dollar kennels, from Arkansas. So does this make me a bad breeder. Sell my dogs in the 2,000.00 to 2500.00 range. I’m not a Scientist. So all my dogs have Provo, vanguard 5, kennel cough, vaccines before they leave my house. No inbreeding as far back as AKC can check. So have help with dogs from old dog breeders. No AKC show dogs. So they all set in my lap. So going to have a litter this week from pied frenchie. Sorry hopefully have different colors. I worry more when my pets have c-sections, then when my wife had one. So next 4 weeks, wife or I will watch 24/7. So you my be right, I’m just a bad back yard breeder.
From 2004 untill current I WAS a french bulldog breeder. in 2004 i sold cream frenchies for 750 to 800. if it was really a nice pup, brindles were 450. pieds about 500 to 600. as prices increased creams went for 1600. brindles 1400. around 2009 maybe…Even though I had paid 2500 to 3500 a frenchie for my original champion sired breeding stock and continued to show and champion my males (studs). I felt that my primary customers were families, so i have teied keeping my prices between 1600 to 2000. and would give 200. off of these prices for picking your frenchie up at my home or repeat customers. With the Frenchie craze I have been lied to scamed, critized and verbally abused. Financially I have lost 25,000 to 30,000 the last 5 years. Due mostly inflation, since 2004 cost of everything including high quality dog food, vet care, utilities have increased to this point. We may all want a french bulldog for 2000 or less but in reality if you purchase one for this price or less 1. the breeder is losing money and only covering 2/3rds of thier cost or the puppy is coming from a backyard breeder or puppymill. I could say a lot more about genetics, colors, imported frenchies, spontaneous buyers, scamers the list goes on….Just 1 more note worthy comment, people should really, really go to the French bulldog club of Americas website and read what a french bulldog should look and behave like before paying thousands for a mockery of a frenchie in Lilac. Also im offically done Im currently placing (yes selling) all of my frenchies to pet homes or good breeding programs. Im keeping hopefully just 4 for pets. Im done with the circus….and working for free!
Just found this site via searching for information about the Frenchies coat and dry skin.
I have had my Frenchie for almost 4 yrs. She was 2 yrs old when I brought her home. She came from a house with small children and one other dog, and because the owner couldn’t take time to train her, she opted to get rid of her. She’s brindle in color and is beautiful. She does, however, have aggressive tendencies. She’s very territorial. It’s “HER” car, “HER” house, “HER” yard..lol She chases horses and other dogs on the TV for Pete’s Sake. But she’s much better than when she first came home. It requires patience. They are very lovable and perfect companions. She travels well also. I would not hesitate to get another because of the loyalty and pure enjoyment she gives. The cost in my area varies. Since Ginger was grown and the owner just wanted to get rid of her, I was lucky. But in rural Virginia, they range from 800 to 2500. Northern Virginia is much higher in price. I would say it truly depends on the area and the breeder. These are not ordinary dogs. Don’t purchase if you aren’t willing to work with them and love them.
I am looking for a french bulldog puppy in Pa.
Doesnt need to be register and can be a mix
looking for under 1000
Please help a family out
The dog will have an excellent life
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