Like all dog breeds, French Bulldogs come in a variety of different weights, bone structures, and plain ole sizes. We realized there was no easily read weight guide for French bulldogs, so we created this french bulldog weight guide just for you! French bulldog weight and diet go hand-in-hand. If your frenchie is overweight, feed slightly less over a short period of time. The same is true for the inverse.
French Bulldog Weight Guide
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PREFACE: Some obnoxious shithead has been spamming this post with some of the pettiest comments I’ve ever read in the entire existence of Internet vitriol. Alas, for those of you readers who are not professional shitheads, I want to premise this post with something. It should be obvious to those of you not considered burdens of the state that I am not a veterinarian. I am a computer programmer and businessman who happens to love french bulldogs. I make no claim to be an expert on canine nutrition. If you take even a cursory glance at this post, it is comprised of common-sense information about how much your french bulldog should weigh (according to the AKC breed standard) in various circumstances. If you think I am trying to pass myself off as a veterinary expert, then please reconsider your perception of the internet.
A fully grown French Bulldog should weigh between 18 and 30lbs, depending on a number of variables. Spayed and neutered is also a factor, as unneutered males may weigh slightly more than their neutered counterparts. Females will generally be smaller than males, sometimes weighing as little as 18-20lbs while still looking healthy and chubby, although very rarely. This means a female near 18-20lbs should not have a visible rib cage or other bone structures. The same is true for males in the 20-24lb range. Ribs and spine should never be visible on your French Bulldog. They’re naturally pleasantly plump companions and visible signs of any ribs or other bone features suggests the bulldog is underfed or underweight. If your french bulldog’s bone structure is apparent, then feed them more until they’re up to a health weight.
How Much Could My Adult French Bulldog Weigh If:
He’s an unneutered male:
- ~22-32lbs
He’s neutered:
- ~24-28lbs
He’s an unneutered male but pretty small as an adult:
- ~19-30lbs
He’s neutered and still rather small as an adult:
- ~18-28lbs
She’s spayed and has a small frame as an adult:
- ~16-22lbs
She’s spayed but has a larger frame as an adult:
- ~20-28lbs
She’s intact and has a small frame as an adult:
- ~17-24lbs
She’s intact but has a larger frame as an adult:
- ~18-28lbs
Here’s the rub: the AKC puts forth what’s called a “breed standard”. This “standard” is an assertion of what the ideal french bulldog should look like. This includes weight, temperament, and so on. This is referred to as your dog’s “conformation”. The above list is a very finite example of weight ranges. These also aren’t concrete. Your french bulldog could land anywhere in the above ranges. From the breed standard, french bulldogs can weigh anywhere between 16-30lbs. The above ranges are based on my personal experience breeding french bulldogs.
Your veterinarian can tell you if your french bulldog is over or under weight. Many factors are considered. There’s age, diet, lifestyle, relative size comparatively (to other frenchies). As I’ve said many times, you should not be able to see a hint of your french bulldog’s ribs. This is a sign of being underweight. Further, your french bulldog should not be excessively fat. Your veterinarian can tell you your french bulldog’s body fat ratio. Depending on that and other circumstances, your vet can recommend corrective action.
If you believe your French Bulldog is not maintaining a healthy weight, please read through this post about how much you should feed your french bulldog to ensure that you’re providing an adequate amount of food. Otherwise, if you’re feeding your French Bulldog the recommended amount per day and your Frenchy is not maintaining a healthy weight, then you must take your French Bulldog to a licensed veterinarian immediately. Nothing beats an expert opinion when your companion’s health and well-being are called into question.
This guide is not meant to scaremonger. If your French Bulldog appears happy and healthy and they’re within the weight range in the chart, then you’re probably okay. Just be sure you’re feeding your French Bulldog according to a calculator or the prescribed amounts on the packaging (if you’re not cooking your frenchie’s meals), split between two-three meals. If your French Bulldog appears to be overweight, consider monitoring your Frenchie while they eat and ensure they’re not making themselves welcome to your other pet’s food. Also, always feed your french bulldog as close to a repetitive schedule as you can get. Canines are also creatures of habit. Read our post here about the best food for french bulldogs.
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My frenchie is larger than most. He stands 15″ and is neutered. He’s 9yrs old and fairly active. What would you recommend as a healthy weight for him? Please advise.
At that height, and at the age of 9, you shouldn’t be able to see his ribs or an indication of a deep inset area past his ribs. Without knowing his weight history (ages ~1 to 6 years), I can’t make a fair call on what is healthy for him. My cream french bulldog is also quite tall and chunky, but he was the largest of his litter. If he looks healthy and isn’t obviously overweight or underweight, then you’re likely okay. What did your vet have to say during your last check-up?
Hello, I recently got my pup and u fortunately he was a little underfed and i can see his ribs and bone structure, i am consulting with a trained vet and i would like your opinions too, Currently i am feeding him 5 meals per day and portion as recommended by the vet. Please advise
Do you have any suggestions(or experience with a frenchie pup having giardia? I have a 18 week old French (Carlton) that has giardia. Pretty sure he came from the breeder with giardia, but I know for a fact he has had it for at least a month. I am worried it might cause damage to his GI tract.
I am very curious where you got your French, as ours came home from the breeder with giardia as well.
my 24 lbs male 9 months old had the same problem, we were fighting with his giardia since we got him, i stopped taking him to the vets because all they did gave him same medication never helped, i just had to change his diet i dont even know if he has giardia or not, and im way to scared to take him to the vets i honestly want to choke them for giving him so much medication!The person who we bought him from is from Florida, hollywood facebook page frenchie doll Florida
My frenchbull dog weighs in at 44lbs he’s the biggest Frenchie I’ve ever seen and everyone else always agrees. He could stand to lose a couple of pounds but he Would be underweight at 30lbs
Well Laura my frenchie bull dog is 39 lbs very tall and every vet I take him to says he should weigh 28 lbs but they don’t seem concerned that he’s fat. He has very long legs very big. So I wouldn’t be too concerned unless he looks fat
Laura, my Phineas is 9 months old and 38lbs
He’s solid as a rock!
I have definitely seen some frenchies this big! My biggest is french bulldog weighs 33lbs!
Yes our almost 2yr old Frenchie boy weighs in at 40 lbs. is tall and thickly muscled but no rolls. He is apparently a good weight as per our vet. But he’s always hungry,..he’s such a Piggie!
But keeping him on the leaner side is probably a good idea for his joints and long spine so we will carefully watch his weight.
But the stares continue when we eat! Lol
Looking at a French Bulldog Puppy 12 weeks old, 3.5 pounds.
I just got a frenchie last week at 9 weeks who when weighed at the vet was. 3.9 pounds. Looking at all chubby puppies I was beginning to worry that he’s so tiny but reading your comment made me feel better. Did you end up getting him/her?
Does anyone have a frenchie that won’t stay out of the shower? He constantly jumps in and has gotten to the point of locking him out of bathroom. Also because of his water obsession he was having ear issues!
Hi
I have a female spayed 4 year old pedigree frenchie. She is not over fed and excercises reguarly. I am worried about her weight. She ways 32lb! now the vet has said she is extremely overweight. she is fed twice a day measured as per instructions with occasional treat. But has conntinuely increased in weight ?? i cant cut back on her food anymore and cant increase her excercise any more, im confused and the vet doesnt blieve that she is not getting extra food. She looks great, however is having a bit of joint pain which vet is blaming on weight. Any ideas , or anyone have same issue? thanks paula
My 18 week old male is 21lbs and very muscular!
He has a large backyard and loves to run and play.
He eats about two cups a day fed twice a day because he’s so active.
My 18 week old male is 21lbs and very muscular!
He has a large backyard and loves to run and play.
He eats about two cups a day fed twice a day because he’s so active. He’s happy and healthy!
My female one-year old is 45 pounds and solid meat & muscle.
My male 4 year-old Frenchie is 35 lbs and has been up to 36 lbs, he is longer than most Frenchie’s with longer legs, very, very muscular with a V-shaped back, narrow waist and robust chest. He has been seen by several vets and specialist (7) and all think he is a perfect specimen of a Frenchie when it comes to muscles and weight. We only feed him fresh cooked meat (chicken or salmon) no cans, mixed with a small amount of high quality kibble, and a quarter Fresh Pet but the bulk of his bowl is 80% natural chicken and salmon cooked daily, rotating add ons in moderation: fresh blueberry, carrot, spinach, peas, eggs whites, rotating very small amounts of turmeric to taste very with fresh basil also very small amount safe for dogs helps with joint, digestion, urinary tract. We also rotate with fresh cooked gizzards and hearts for his joint health. The weight recommendations are a good overall guide but to also view what may different with you dog. Our Frenchie side by side next to most Frenchie’s is dramatically different in appearance and he was tested as a pure-bread. He was also born with IVDD and had full spinal surgery, he was paralyzed early life and the Vet did not want to do surgery because the failure rate was very high and they didn’t think he would recover the 12-week crate recovery, he is also a very hyper dog. The surgery was complete success and he has 100% function, I was a neonatal nurse and applied the same nutritional concepts and physical therapy techniques to his recovery. Per his multidisciplinary care team(s) a lot of his full recovery had to do with his diet. He is very active and people think he is a show dog but we need to keep him calm to prevent any injury to his spine, so he is also on Ellevet CBD and Movoflex supplements, the latter is Stanford U. tested/proven results for joint and emotional health.
Also, very important with all Frenchie’s as even if they are not born with IVDD they are all prone to spinal injury due to their breed and bone structure alone. Only use a harness leash, no stress on the neck, no stairs, no jumping off furniture. Their large chest related to their more delicate front paws creates an imbalanced body ratio so any downward impact such as walking downstairs can cause injury over time leading to paralyzation, it does not happen overnight although in some cases it could. It’s a good idea to talk to your vet and start quality hospital tested supplements early, many vets are not experts on Frenchie’s so it’s also a good idea to find a specialist and get good health insurance. Ours covered 9 out of 10 grand for the surgery definitely worth it and I was not expecting them to cover since in our case it was pre-existing, we use Fetch.