French Bulldog History, Form and Function, Livability and Lovability

"Frenchies" are not Pugs - they look similar but Frenchies actually weigh more and are more muscular. French Bulldogs are part of the non-sporting group which varies wildly in size and purpose but generally speaking, most are fun house dogs - companions pets like Dalmatians, Poodles, Bulldogs, and Chow Chows - While their name would make you think they are from France, obviously, this is actually incorrect. They originate from England and were brought to France, but they were popularized in France - from Lace Worker transplants in the late 1900s. French Bulldogs were brought to the United States during this period from vacationing Americans and in 1896 they were being shown at Westminster. In fact...