Availability vs. Pick-up Date of my Frenchie: What’s the difference?

We get this question all of the time, “ What will be the pick-up date of my Frenchie?” Picking up your Frenchie baby is a very exciting event and one we know you want/need to plan for. In an effort to help you know an approximate date of pick-up, we have added an availability date. This is the date that your puppy turns 10-12 weeks old. We prefer to place our Frenchies in homes at 10-12 weeks old vs 8 weeks as we have found they transition much better. Now that being said some need additional time just like human babies to mature. We always reserve the right to change the date as to what is in the best interest of the puppy. With 40 years of experience in raising various breeds (20 of those years being Frenchies), we have a pretty good eye for the puppies who need extra time to blossom. It is our responsibility to you and the Frenchies to make the transition as smooth as possible. We are not placing bicycles in homes. We are placing live little beings and we cannot predict what biological systems will do one to two weeks ahead of time with 100% accuracy. If we say your puppy isn’t ready, we ask that you trust us and make the appropriate adjustments. Yes, we know understand you may be disappointed as the Frenchie might be a present or you might have taken time off from work and your work will not adjust your time off.

Definitions of the availability and pick-up date of my Frenchie.

Availability date: The date the Frenchie turns 10-12 weeks old.

Pick-up date: The date you will pick up your puppy.

What is the difference between the availability date and pick-up date of my Frenchie?

In an effort to communicate approximate pick-up date we have added the availability date on each puppy’s page. This helped decrease the flood of questions on when they would be available but it created some confusion as to exact pick-up dates. Typically the pick-up date will be around the availability date within 3-10 days. We usually know the date 7-10 days in advance and we realize for the planners out there this will be the most challenging part of the process for you. Please realize we are working with biological systems. There are several reasons why the date can change.

Your puppy is on the smaller side and needs more time to grow and blossom.
Your puppy may develop the sniffles. Changes in weather can cause upper respiratory issues and we will want to be sure that’s all it is.
The vet may recommend the puppy remain with us extra time.

Please be open to pick up dates as we do our best to provide them as soon as possible. Feel free to reach out but realize I might not have an answer for you right away as there are several variables to consider. Typically I will text you as soon as I know a date and make arrangements for time of pick-up. You will have your Frenchie baby but just realize we will have to work together on a date to make the transition as smooth as possible.

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Why do I need to take my French Bulldog puppy to the vet?

In case you were wondering we are so strict about taking your French Bulldog puppy to the vet within 48 hours of pick-up, we will discuss it here. Our puppies are first seen by the vet on their first day of life when they are born via c-section. We then have them checked out again between 7-8 weeks old. After they pass their puppy wellness check, then you are able to pick-up your Frenchie at 10 weeks old in Colorado. You are then required to maintain the health guarantee to take your puppy to the vet within 48 hours. If it is the weekend, you have an additional 48 hours to do so. Taking your puppy to your vet is an important step to make sure your vet agrees or disagrees with our vet.

We receive this question often, “I can’t get my Frenchie into the vet until a time outside the time frame can I still pick him up?” We completely understand how much you want to have your baby home with you as soon as you can possibly get your hands on him. There are two main reasons why we cannot approve this.

The longer you have a puppy in your home, the more attached you become and the harder it will be to return if your vet does find an issue that would require returning.
If you wait outside the time allotted and your puppy comes down with an illness caused by a virus or bacteria we will not know if the exposure came from us or when the baby was in your possession. We will likely presume the latter.

What should I do if I can’t my French Bulldog puppy to a vet appointment within the allotted time frame?

Yes, we understand that sometimes it is only a week out when you know the date of pick-up and this can be tricky. Here are a few options for you if your vet doesn’t have a time available within the 48 hour time window.

Reschedule pick-up date.
Find another vet that does have an available appointment. You can then return to your regular vet for follow-ups. You can also ask to be on the waitlist for your regular vet just in case an opening occurs.

Please let us know ahead of time if you are needing to reschedule your pick-up date. We are typically flexible in our schedules for pick-ups and are happy to schedule a time that works within the guidelines of the health guarantee.

What if I live out of town?

If you are driving from out of town, you may want to consider taking your puppy to a local vet in Colorado Springs before returning home. We have had families go to Petsmart vet before returning home and we’ve had them drive back home to see their regular vet. It’s completely up to you, but keep in mind that you are responsible for the return of the puppy if required. Fortunately, we do not have many returns. These are just things we want for you to be aware of.

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Frenchie Friday December 18th, 2020

Happy Frenchie Friday

Happy Frenchie Friday! We can’t believe Christmas is almost here! It’s a cold, wintery wonderland and our Frenchies are all snuggled up inside watching Christmas movies and keeping their ears toasty warm. Christmas puppies will be home in time for holiday celebrations with their new families!

There is availability for lilac, lilac fawn, and blue boys and we have upcoming litters the next few months! See more about them below!

We have two available boys in Layla’s litter. They are lilac and lilac fawn. Both have light/blue eyes. You can click their pics to see more pics of them.

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Our previous Frenchie babies happily living in their new homes!

Make sure to checkout the available pups. We have some cutie pies. I’m happy to set up a time for you to meet them live via FaceTime or Zoom. Just let me know which pups you’d like to meet. 🙂 719-308-7444

As you can see, we do our best to socialize and train our pups based on their age and abilities. If you’re looking for a Frenchie pup, make sure to check out our available pups.

The French Bulldog of Colorado pups in their homes. 🙂

Erie Blue French Bulldog Female | Born October 7th, 2022

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What can I do to help my French Bulldogs ears stand up?

I have heard this question often, “What can I do to help my French Bulldogs ears stand up?” First, let’s have a little review. Most of the time we see Frenchies ears stand up between 5-10 weeks old. If you notice in the weekly pictures that your babies ears are not upright but the siblings are, there is no need to fret. Every Frenchie matures at a different rate just like a human baby. Chances are you will see them pop up before they come live with you. You may also notice they were up and the next week they flopped down. That is also normal.

What should I do to help my French Bulldogs ears stand up?

Sometimes their ears need a little help standing upright. There’s some very simple things for you to do.

Make sure you are giving them their daily scoop of multivitamin you received at pick-up. You can also order here. Calcium is in this mixture and may help with getting those ears upright.
When you are snuggling with your puppy massage its ear and hold them upright. Or tie each ear with a ribbon hair tie. Do not tie them too tight or use hair ties that will cut off circulation.
Attach bandaids at the base of each ear pointing them up at a 1 and 11 o’clock position. It may take one-two bandaids per ear depending on the size of the ears and bandaids. Do not leave your puppy with another dog as the ears may now look like chew toys. You can leave the bandaids on for a 1-5 days. Repeat as necessary.

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Frenchie Friday December 4th, 2020

Happy Frenchie Friday

Happy Frenchie Friday all! We hope you’ve had a safe, meaningful Thanksgiving. We’d love to see how you and your Frenchie(s) celebrated. Email or text us pics!

These two may or may not have spent time in time out together. Best buddies and partners in crime.

We’ve been busy with all things Frenchie! We have babies we are loving as they grow to join their forever families. Currently we have babies ready to join you for Christmas!

See Available Christmas Frenchies!

Buttercup is available to join her furever family January 8th just after the New Year which is great for those wanting to have your Frenchie join you after a busy holiday season. Titan is available just in time for Christmas! Click on their pics to see more pics & videos!

Sunny and Snickers are available 12/16/20 See more pics and videos and learn more about us by clicking our pics.

Cute Frenchie Friday

Our previous Frenchie babies happily living in their new homes!

Make sure to checkout the available pups. We have some cutie pies. I’m happy to set up a time for you to meet them live via FaceTime or Zoom. Just let me know which pups you’d like to meet. 🙂 719-308-7444

As you can see, we do our best to socialize and train our pups based on their age and abilities. If you’re looking for a Frenchie pup, make sure to check out our available pups.

The French Bulldog of Colorado pups in their homes. 🙂

Happy Families!

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Frenchie Friday November 27th, 2020

Happy Frenchie Friday

Happy Frenchie Friday all! We hope you’re staying safe this holiday season and making memories in new ways.

Our Frenchies sure are loving all of the extra time we have to spend with them.

See Available Christmas Frenchies!

Buttercup is available to join her furever family January 8th just after the New Year which is great for those wanting to have your Frenchie join you after a busy holiday season. Titan is available just in time for Christmas! Click on their pics to see more pics & videos!

Cute Frenchie Friday

Our previous Frenchie babies happily living in their new homes!

Make sure to checkout the available pups. We have some cutie pies. I’m happy to set up a time for you to meet them live via FaceTime or Zoom. Just let me know which pups you’d like to meet. 🙂 719-308-7444

As you can see, we do our best to socialize and train our pups based on their age and abilities. If you’re looking for a Frenchie pup, make sure to check out our available pups.

The French Bulldog of Colorado pups in their homes. 🙂

Happy Families!

Check out our available Frenchie pups.

What Should I bathe my French Bulldog with?

Just what should I bathe my French Bulldog with? That is a great question you should be asking as Frenchie lover. Why is this so important you ask? Did you know cancer is the primary cause of death in dogs over 2 years old and 95% of those cancers are caused by environmental factors? Minimizing your Frenchies exposure to environmental factors is critical. One way to do this is through the grooming products you place on their skin.

Your French Bulldogs’ skin is three times thinner than yours. This means that the products you place on his skin are easily absorbed into his system. Your little Frenchie then has to work overtime to detoxify the toxins you’ve placed on him. Unfortunately, many manufacturers make it difficult to find truly difficult to find safe options for your Frenchie. They use greenwashing and greenmarketing (a practice of marketing products as natural when they are not or worth more by highlighting the benefits and charging more).

You will not want to use grooming products with ingredients such as these on your Frenchie….probably not on your either.

Proprietary blend of coat and skin conditioners and moisturizers.	Don’t know what’s in the bottle.
Artificial fragrance	Some synthetic ingredients linking to cancer & reproductive/developmental toxicity.
Pthalates	See fragrance on the label it’s likely to have phthalates present which bond fragrance to the other ingredients. They are hormone disruptors resulting in endocrine issues.
Artificial colors	Synthesized from petroleum. Linked to organ damage, cancer, birth defects, and allergic reactions.
Formaldehyde preservatives: Bromopol, Doazolidinyl urea, DMDM Hydantoin (often mis-typed on dog shampoo bottles as DHDH hydantoin), Imidazolidinyl urea, Quaternium-7, -15, -31, -61, and Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate.	May trigger an immune response like burning, itching, blistering, or scaling of the skin.
Isothiazolinone preservatives: Methylisothiazolinone & Methylchloroisothiazolinone	Skin irritants associated with allergic reactions. May also be a neurotoxin.
Paraben preservatives: butylparaben, methylparaben, or propylparaben.	May be stored in the body and have a cumulative effect causing estrogen disruption, cancer, and reproductive issues.
Cocamide-MEA	High risk of being contaminated with nitrosamines which are thought to be carcinogenic, reproductive, developmental & organ toxicity
Triethanolamine	High risk of being contaminated with nitrosamines which are thought to be carcinogenic, reproductive, developmental & organ toxicity.
Mineral oil	Used to help skin retain water with its protective barrier over it but also keeps the skin eliminating toxins and its own natural oils. Hydrocarbon made from crude oil that’s a toxin and potential allergen inducer.
SD Alcohol 40: isopropyl or SD-40	Drying to skin and hair. Enhances skin absorption meaning toxins have an easier time entering through the skin. Watch out for ear cleaning products.
Polyethylene glycol (PEG)	Humectant-retain skin moisture. Skin irritant, penetration enhancer (carrier for other chemicals to cross through the skin and in the bloodstream). May be contaminated with dioxane and ethylene oxide.
PEG-40 Lanolin	Polyethylene glycol derivative of lanolin and may be contaminated with dioxane and ethylene oxide.
Propylene glycol	Penetration enhancer. Suspected immune system toxin, neurotoxin, reproductive toxin, and skin toxin.
Sodium benzoate preservative	When mixed with vitamin C or ascorbic acid they become benzene a cancer causing chemical.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)	May cause eye irritation. Penetration enhancer.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate	High risk for contamination with 1,4-dioxane (dioxane), a known carcinogen, and ethylene oxide – also a known carcinogen, developmental toxin, immunotoxin, and allergen. Derived from coconut oil and labeled as all natural plant based & vegan.
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate	May be contaminated with dioxane and ethylene oxide. May cause skin irritation.
Polysorbates	Treated with ethylene oxide and if not totally removed it’s contaminated with a known carcinogen.
Cocamidopropyl betaine	Mixed with other chemicals that if remaining in the final products can form nitrosamines under high temperature or acidic pH.

What should I bathe my French Bulldog with then?

As Frenchie lovers and breeders, we know how much you love your Frenchie and want the best for him or her. Sometimes it just takes a little education to help make the right decision to know what to bathe my French Bulldog with. There are several great companies making clean and safe products for your Frenchie out there. We love Aroma Paws products and highly recommend your order the whole grooming kit for your Frenchie. They work great and smell great! Use the code FRENCHIEFAMILY10 to receive 10% off at www.frenchiesnaturally.com

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How Often Should I bathe my French Bulldog?

I have this questioned asked often, “How often should I bathe my French Bulldog?” One thing I’ve realized is the more care we give our Frenchie the more we feel better about the care we give them even if it’s not in their best interest. I believe we need to ask ourselves what is in the best interest of our Frenchies not what is in the best interest of our mindset.

My Frenchies do not have allergies and I contribute that partially to the fact that we do not overbathe them. There are other factors in play as well. But let’s consider a few things. Have you ever seen a dog rolling in the dirt? This is a an evolutionary adaptive behavior for its overall health and wellness. There are microrganisms, bacteria, and fulvic and humic acids in the soil that have evolved over time alongside our four legged friends. Dirt is necessary. Just think about going to a spa for a mud bath for yourself. There’s a reason for it and there’s a reason why dirt on your little Frenchie prince or princess is best for their overall health and wellness.

When should you bathe your Frenchie?

First, the first bath your Frenchie will receive is before he joins you. At you pick up, your Frenchie will have experienced his first bath. We recommend bathing your Frenchies no more than once every two weeks. That being said, I prefer one bath monthly for my Frenchies. Sometimes it’s longer. In between baths I use the Aroma Paws essential oils sprays. When they need it I apply the nose butter and use the in between cleaner to clean their folds and wrinkles around the nose and tail pocket and under their eyes.

When should you bathe your Frenchie more than once every two weeks?

There are always exceptions to the rules. You may need to wash your Frenchie more often than once every two weeks if they:

Potty or poo on themselves during potty training.
Think they are little piglets and take a dip in the mud.
Have fleas, follow the treatments instructions.
Develop little bumps that need to be treated with a special shampoo. Follow the bottle or vet instructions.
Rolled in something gross.

How often should I bathe my French Bulldog? No more than every two weeks or if you meet one of the exceptions. Next week we will discuss what to look for in ingredients that are safe for your Frenchie. We love Aroma Paws products as they are safe, effective, and smell great. Don’t forget if you are picking up your little one soon we will have these ready for you if you decide they are for your little one and you can enter the code FRENCHIEFAMILY at checkout to receive 20% off. For others enter FRENCHIEFAMILY10 to receive 10% off. You can see the complete grooming package here or can order individual products here.

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Should I Spay or Neuter My French Bulldog?

We often get this question, “Should I spay or neuter my French Bulldog?” First off, let’s be very clear. The word spay refers to sterilizing a female and neutering refers to sterilizing a male. Spaying and neutering has become popularized for reducing the overall pet population and keeping animals out of shelters. Which we agree is of high importance. What this article will do is inform you about the various other options for preventing unwanted French Bulldog pregnancies and the various procedures to do so.

Traditional Spay & Neuter

Spaying and neutering is the removal of a females ovaries/uterus and a males testicles as way to sterilize your French Bulldog so he/she cannot reproduce. This route removes the major sources of sex hormones estrogen and testosterone that your Frenchie normally has in her/his body possibly effecting his growth & development and may cause potential health problems. Below is a table taken from Parsemus.

Impact if I Spay or Neuter My French Bulldog :

Realize not all Frenchies will have issues after being spayed or neutered. There are some breeds more prone to issues such as Rottweilers, Vizlas, and Golden Retrievers. However, I ccurrently annot find anything specific to French Bulldogs. For those of you who would like to keep the natural flow of hormones in your Frenchie’s body but want to prevent pregnancies as well there are other options than the traditional spay or neuter.

Hormone Sparing Sterilization Options For Female French Bulldogs:

An Ovary Sparing Spay (OSS) removes the uterus and cervix but leaves the ovaries in tact which removes bleeding during heats and the risk of infection of the uterus (pyometra), as long as ALL of the uterus is removed. However, stump pyometra may occur if some uterine tissue is left.

Tubal ligations may also be performed but it’s often not recommended as the risk of pyometra may still occur.

Find a vet for alternative options to spay or neuter my French Bulldog

Behavorial Advantage & Disadvantages for Retaining Ovaries for Females

“It is earth-shattering to consider that some of the cancers we have been battling may have been enhanced by early neutering instead of the reverse.” Based on the research available, it is clear there are a number of health benefits of the sex steroid hormones. This benefit varies with age, sex, and breed. Therefore, although surgically altering your dog to be unable to breed is the responsible choice for most dogs, it is in the best interest of each individual patient for its veterinarian to assess the risks and benefits of removing the ovaries versus the options like a ovary sparing spay and to have your veterinarian advise you on what is appropriate for each individual pet at each stage of its life.
Dr. Villalobos, a well-respected veterinary oncologist

Hormone Sparing Sterilization Options For Males:

We have all heard of vasectomy’s for human males but did you know it’s a method of sterilization is accepted by the American Veterinary Medical Association for your French Bulldog male as well. To clarify, what they do is cut or tie the vas deferens preventing the transport of sperm. Your Frenchie will still have interest in females in heat and will have testicles and appear to be intact. The health risks going this route include testicular cancer, perineal hernia, and enlarged prostate later in life. Therefore they will typically treat these via castration if needed. You can see technical on how the procedure is performed here.

There is a possibility that the traditional neutering may decrease territorial aggression but increase anxiety which may be expressed as aggression.

Conclusion on Should I Spay or Neuter My French Bulldog?

The goal of this article wasn’t to tell you what to do but to inform you of the various options to sterilizing your Frenchie so you can do your part in preventing unwanted pregnancies. In addition, here are some resources to dive deeper.

Pages:

Facebook group with training modules on OSS and vasectomies:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/alternativealteringinfo/learning_content/?filter=2339575279621114&post=275517636721497

Find a Vet to perform alternative sterilization surgery:

https://www.parsemus.org/pethealth/veterinarian-directory/

Additional Reading

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Sold-Everett Male Lilac French Bulldog

Born February 22, 2019

Ready for new home end of April.

***Take a look at this handsome little man!*** What a great little guy. Right now he’s kind of the laid back one of the litter. He’ll go with the flow and be happy with it all. He’s been raised in our home and the center of all activity and around kiddos. He just started eating his dogfood smoothies as my boys like to call it a few days ago (4 weeks old) and loves his food!! We will begin potty training him at 6 weeks old. We love making the experience of adding a new Frenchie baby in your home as fun and stress free as possible. You just might find a few items from Everett in your mailbox as you wain in anticipation for his arrival. Give me a call or send me a message!!!

We’ve never been more certain of a perfect match!

Price $3300

Deposit $300

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Love the lilac color? You may love Elisa!

Have you considered a lilac fawn? You may also love Ella!

Read: 5 Steps to Choose a French Bulldog Puppy for You!

SOLD! Ella Female Lilac Fawn French Bulldog

Born February 22, 2019

Ready for new home end of April

***LOOKIE HERE!!*** Ella is quite the beauty queen with these unique white markings. She is a true princess!! She just started eating her dogfood smoothie as my boys like to call it a few days ago (4 weeks old) and loves her food!!!! We will begin potty training her around 6 weeks old. We love making the experience of adding a new Frenchie baby in your home as fun and stress free as possible. You might just find a few items from Ellla in your mailbox as you wait in anticipation for her arrival. Give me a call or send me a message!!!

We’ve never been more certain of a perfect match!

Price $3100

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Love the lilac color? You may love Everett!

Set on a female frenchie? You may also love Elisa!

Read: 5 Steps to Choose a French Bulldog Puppy for You!

SOLD! Elisa Female Lilac French Bulldog

Born February 22, 2019

Ready for forever home end of April!

***LOOK AT THIS BEAUTY!!!*** Elisa is a beautiful lilac female. She’s spunky but loves to cuddle. She’s been raised in our home and the center of all activity and around kiddos. She just started eating her dogfood smoothie as my boys like to call it a few days ago (4 weeks old) and loves her food!!!! We will begin potty training her around 6 weeks old. We love making the experience of adding a new Frenchie baby in your home as fun and stress free as possible. You might just find a few items from Elisa in your mailbox as you wait in anticipation for her arrival. Give me a call or send me a message!!!

Price $3500

Deposit $300

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