Do you like it when your pets have longer hair? If such is the case, the French Bulldog with long hair can be the ideal breed for you. Let us discuss all about long-haired French Bulldogs.
Long-haired French Bulldogs/Frenchies are purebred dogs with recessive L4 genes. These dogs don't have flowing long hair like some other long hair breed canines. Because of this, the long-haired Frenchies are often referred to as Fluff Frenchies or Fluffy Frenchies.
The length of the hair is far longer than the typical short-haired French Bulldog that we are accustomed to seeing.
Are There Two Different Breeds Involved In Creating Long-Haired French Bulldogs?
There is a widespread misconception that long-haired French bulldogs are a hybrid breed. This is most likely due to the historical aspects. During the nineteenth century, Bulldogs and Terriers were bred together to create a smaller breed of Bulldog known as the French Bulldog. It is believed that the long hair gene that is characteristic of French bulldogs originated in that era.
Long-haired Frenchies have curly hair that is medium length and present around their whole body, providing them with a fluffy and Frenchie-like appearance! They are purebred French Bulldogs; however, they contain two sets of the L4 gene (as mentioned above), a recessive trait that causes long hair. It is the same/exact gene that causes long coats in Afghan Hounds (AH).
Size & Space
French Bulldogs with long hair are adorable dogs that weigh 24-26 pounds, are outgoing and confident, and can grow to a height of 11-13 inches. The long-haired French Bulldog is an excellent choice for new dog owners, people who live in houses with limited space, and even families with small children.
Grooming
It will take more time and effort to groom a French Bulldog with a long coat than one with the usual short coat, although both coat types shed about the same amount. These loving canines also like forming bonds with one another during a good grooming session. But remember, dog lovers who are thinking about bringing home a fluffy Frenchie should learn whether the difference between a long-haired and a short-haired Frenchie goes deeper than the fur.
Personality
The French Bulldog possesses every desirable quality in a companion animal's nature, and very few of those qualities cause problems for the owners of French Bulldogs.
Long-haired French Bulldogs are friendly and calm, similar to their short-haired counterparts. Although it takes them some time to adjust to new people and animals, they are really easy to get along with once they do. They are also very friendly.
It is essential to remember that although they do not need a great deal of physical activity, they are not the kind of dog that is content to laze around all day. You'll need to block out some time in your day to go for walks and engage in other forms of physical activity.
These canines are also quite friendly, so if you bring one tiny Frenchie into your home, you should think about bringing in one or two more, or else your pet may get lonely, and this will be reflected in the behavior that they exhibit.
Long Haired Frenchie Coat Colors
The genes that are responsible for the fur length of long-haired Frenchie are not related to the color of the fur, which means that these dogs can be of any color that regular Frenchie has.
The American Kennel Club recognizes a total of 16 of those long Frenchie hair colors. The most popular colors are white, creamy, and fawn.
There are additional five colors that aren't recognized as official by the AKC but are prevalent and well-known in the world of dog breeders. These colors are:
- Blue
- Blue merle
- Tan
- Lilac
- Chocolate
Potential Health Problems
Long-haired French bulldogs are just as susceptible to all of the same health issues that short-haired French bulldogs are. The French Bulldog is a breed of dog known as a brachycephalic. This indicates that they have an extremely concave facial shape. This is common in companion canines, but it is associated with serious respiratory difficulties and an inability to remain cool when the weather is hot.
About one 1/3 of long-haired Frenchies are afflicted with allergies, which are distressing to observe and challenging to localize and manage well.
All coat varieties of the French Bulldog have a hereditary susceptibility to developing hip dysplasia, which affects one out of every three. All coat varieties of the French Bulldog have a genetic susceptibility to developing hip dysplasia, which affects one out of every three.
A little more than a third of long-haired French Bulldogs also have hemivertebrae, which is a condition in which the bones in the spine are deformed and can cause both discomfort and paralysis.
Finally, French Bulldogs are not as healthy as other dogs. So, it is more likely that they will have a chronic health problem that will lower their quality of life in some way.
Are There Purebred French Bulldogs With Long Hair?
Absolutely; even every French Bulldog with long hair is considered purebred. However, because they do not meet the criteria established by the authorized canine breed standard, they are not eligible to compete in AKC dog shows/competitions. Purebred Frenchies with mismarks or other distinguishing characteristics are frequently accused of being a hybridization product. As a result of this, fake registrations might be found on the species registry.
However, in reality, recessive characteristics frequently go undiscovered for several generations at a time. If breeders do not actively select for recessive genes or alleles, they are only likely to persist in extremely small numbers in Frenchies. There is a small chance that two carriers may mate with one another. On average, just one in four of their pups will have long hair if they are bred from a long-haired parent.
In the past, people had widely varied perspectives on the process of obtaining pedigree dogs. Historically, stray long-haired pups were often eliminated by their owner/breeder because it was believed that they held no value.
What Is The Price Of A Long Hair French Bulldog?
If you are interested in purchasing a French Bulldog with long hair, you might be shocked to learn how much Fluffy French Bulldog pups cost.
The price of a long hair Frenchie can be rather high because they are so rare. Some breeders of Fluffy Frenchies want between $5,000 and $16,000 for a puppy of this kind.
Make it a point to do some background research on any puppy breeder, especially Fluffy Frenchies, that you want to buy to ensure that you are dealing with someone who has a good reputation.
Are Long-Haired Frenchies Hypoallergenic?
The coat of the long-haired Frenchie is medium in length and reasonably straight in texture. They must have a significant shedding (hair) season once every year, and the fact that they constantly lose hair in large quantities. Unfortunately, as a consequence of this, they are not a great pairing for owners who are allergic to dog hair.
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Conclusion
The long-haired French Bulldog is a good option for someone who does not want hectic canine pets. It is because long-haired Frenchies are easy to care for. They also have medium-sized long hair that looks beautiful and unique.
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- Boston Terrier vs. French Bulldog [GUIDE]
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As a freelance pet writer and blogger, Shannon is passionate about crafting knowledge-based, science-supported articles that foster healthy bonds of love and respect between people and animals. But her first and very most important job is as a dog auntie and cockatiel, tortoise, and box turtle mama.
