French Bulldog Health Problems - Health Issues in French Bulldogs

Your Online Guide to Common Health Conditions Affecting French Bulldog Dogs and Puppies

Like any purebred or designer breed of dog, the French Bulldog dog breed can inherit certain canine disorders from it's ancestors. We've provided information about common French Bulldog health problems below.

Please note that while these health issues can occur in the breed, buying a puppy from a highly reputable, knowledgeable French Bulldog breeder who is knowledgeable about health issues in the breed, and actively screens for these disorders can go a long way towards having a healthy, long lived and joyful French Bulldog companion. Choose your breeder carefully - and NEVER buy a French Bulldog puppy from a pet store or newspaper ad.

French Bulldogs are susceptible to several health problems. They include Von Willebrand's Disease and elongated soft palate (or cleft palate).

Some eye complaints include Cherry Eye, everted third eyelid, Glaucoma, retinal fold dysphasia, corneal ulcers and juvenile cataracts.

Also, skin problems related to skin folds are common as are problems with the French Bulldog's respiratory system.

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