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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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Grooming

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

1. Belfield WO. For a more normal life for a pet: a partial spay (hysterectomy). Vet Med Small Anim Clin. (1972) 67:1223–4.

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2. Torres de la Riva G, Hart BL, Farver TB, Oberbauer AM, Messam LL, Willits N, et al. Neutering dogs: effect on joint disorders and cancer in Golden Retrievers. PLoS ONE.(2013) 8:e55937. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0055937

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3. Beauvais W, Cardwell JM, Brodbelt DC. The effect of neutering on the risk of mammary tumors in dogs—a systematic review. J Sm Anim Pract. (2012) 53:314–22. doi: 10.1111/j.1748-5827.2011.01220.x

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4. Trabuco EC, Moorman PG, Algeciras-Schimnich A, Weaver AL, Cliby WA. Association of ovary-sparing hysterectomy with ovarian reserve. Obstet Gynecol. (2016) 127:819–27. doi: 10.1097/AOG.0000000000001398

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5. Schiff JD, Li PS, Schlegel PN, Goldstein M. Rapid disappearance of spermatozoa after vasal occlusion in the dog. J Androl. (2003) 24:361–3. doi: 10.1002/j.1939-4640.2003.tb02683.x

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6. McMahon AJ, Buckley J, Taylor A, Lloyd SN, Deane RF, Kirk D. Chronic testicular pain following vasectomy. Br J Urol. (1992) 69:188–91.

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7. Fossum TW, Hedlund CS. Surgery of the reproductive and genital systems. In: Fossum TW, editor. Small Animal Surgery. 3rd ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby Elsevier (2007). p. 702–44.

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At what age can we bring our French Bulldog Puppy home?

One of the first questions everyone asks is, “At what age can we bring our French Bulldog puppy home? This is a great question so you can properly prepare for you little bundle of joy. We place our puppies in their homes at 10 weeks old due to the fact that we find Frenchies need a couple of extra weeks to mature and fully thrive in your home. By 8 weeks old most of the babies are eating well but sometimes we have picky eaters that need a little extra time to gain weight and be ready to join you. Frenchies grow at different rates just like human babies do. Usually by 10 weeks our puppies are ready to go but please be understanding if we decide to keep your little one a little longer. We are doing it out of the best interest of your Frenchie.

What to do before you bring your French Bulldog home?

There’s lots to do while you wait for your Frenchie to be 10 weeks old. All of the todo items are in The French Bulldog Course we give you access to after you pick your baby at 3 weeks old. You can also see the puppy pickup guide you will receive at pickup here.

When you receive your Frenchie at 10 weeks old they will have their first DA2PP shot at 8 weeks old and been dewormed twice. We do preventative treatment for giardia and coccidia. All dogs carry coccidia and giardia is everywhere. When under stressful conditions both of these can flare up. Stressful situations may include joining a new home, changing diet, etc… You will be required to finish the final shots according to your vets recommendations. We also recommend you take a stool sample and if needed give the puppy the recommended regimen.

We will make arrangements with you to pickup your French Bulldog puppy in Colorado Springs. For our Colorado Springs location, we have two AirBNB’s in our walkout basement. If you are traveling to get there, you are welcome to stay. If you are planning on using our flight nanny (typically $600-800), please let us know at least two weeks in advance as we need to make arrangements for you.

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French Bulldog Puppy Pick-up Checklist

Below I have provided the I formation for your Frenchie Bulldog Puppy pick-up checklist. You can also access the pdf here. Some spaces are left empty as they are specific for your baby.

DOB:

Shot Record:

DA2PP when your puppy turned 8 weeks old

Deworming:

Panacur at 6 & 8 weeks old. This was given 5 days in a row.

Microchip:

You will need to complete your Frenchie babies series of shots. Typically they will give one to two more DA2PP vaccinations at 12-16 weeks along with rabies at 14-16 weeks (depending on state regulations).

Vets usually give booster shots every year after that. Rabies are given every 1 to 3 years depending on your state requirements. There is also evidence booster shots only need to be given every 3 years. If you wish to follow this schedule, discuss with your veterinarian.

Below are the various guidelines.

Puppy Arrival Checklist

Begin potty training immediately.
- Buy dogfood if you haven’t already done so. Royal Canin Small Breed Puppy
- Choose a name.
- Take puppy to vet appointment w/in 2 business days.
  - Continue shot series until complete
- Email vet report to info@thefrenchbulldogofcolorado.com
- Register Puppy Microchip

Optional: Register AKC puppy papers in your name. If you did not receive AKC papers at pick-up we will mail them to you within 60 days.
- Optional: Purchase Puppy Insurance

Puppy Feeding Schedule

Your Frenchie has been provided unlimited amounts of food as he/she is growing. We suggest feeding your baby 4 times per day to start and giving unlimited amounts. You may want to have the last feeding around 6-7pm so your puppy has its last bowel movement before bedtime. As your puppy grows you can adjust this schedule.

Multivitamin

Add 1/4 of a scoop to your puppies food every day if under 10lbs.

10-20lbs place 1/2 scoop to puppies food every day.

20+lbs place 1 scoop to food daily.

Potty Training

Many sources say it’s at 12 weeks when a puppy does best at potty training. Begin implementing your method of potty training as soon your Frenchie baby arrives just be patient at first. We recommend crate training. Typically a puppy does not want to dirty his own space. Use dividers to make the space the appropriate size. If you are not watching the puppy, put the puppy in the crate. Give your puppy more space when you can trust him. Reward with positivity and petting when your puppy potties in the correct area. After he eats or drinks, after a nap, or first thing in the morning take him out to potty.

Safety

We cannot overemphasize the importance of watching your Frenchie puppy at all times. If you are not watching him, place him in his crate or a puppy playpen. Puppies are like curious little toddlers. They put things in their mouth to explore and learn. Unfortunately some of these things can be poisonous such as certain essential oil, certain plants, cleaners, and small items can be choking hazards. When they are little, I use a doggie sling purse which keeps them with me so I can continue to do my chores.

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Can I leave my French Bulldog Outside?

Can I leave my French Bulldog puppy outside? The French Bulldog of Colorado Blog

Many people ask if I can leave my French Bulldog outside? Frenchies are companion animals that do best being with their humans. They are house dogs but they do enjoy playing in the great outdoors whether it’s splashing in a kiddie pool, playing in the snow, or just hanging out while you grill your Frenchies will enjoy it.

In the summer time, you will need to be careful in making sure your Frenchie does not overheat. I am comfortable leaving my back door open while I work throughout the day so they can come in and out as they please. Remember I live in Colorado. You must consider your location and make sure your Frenchie is cool enough so he will not overheat. With their short noses they have a much harder time keeping themselves cool. Each Frenchie is unique and you must discover what temperatures they do well in. Keep water available at all times for them. You may even consider a cooling pad. It’s pretty amazing. It’s activated to cool your dog down when they lay on it and recharges itself automatically and all without water or electricity. Or consider a cooling vest.

Frenchies love playing outside in the snow as well. Can you leave that out in the cold? No. They enjoy to romp around and play a bit but will also look at you look like they are freezing their ears off if left out too long. If you plan on playing outside with your family, throw a coat on them and enjoy. Just remember do not leave them out in the cold.

Always remember do not leave your French Bulldog outside unattended.

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How Does Purchasing a French Bulldog Work?

We get this question often, “How do payments work for purchasing a French Bulldog?” There are a few options to bring your bundle of joy home with you.

Make the $300 deposit. Pay remainder at pick-up.
Make the $300 deposit. Set up payments until pick-up. Pay final at pick-up.
Pay the $300 deposit. Apply for financing through Terrace Pets.

Minimum Requirements for financing through Community Finance LLC.

One-year employment verification
Minimum 555 Fico credit score
Checking Account active for a minimum 3 months
Minimum Net Income $1300 /month

We can set up the payments anyway you want. The only thing we need is the final payment on pick-up day.

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Are your French Bulldogs vet checked?

Are the French Bulldog puppies vet checked? Yes. For starters all of our little Frenchies are born via c-section and the vet checks them out on their first day of life. We then have him check them out again at 6-7 weeks. This allows us the ability to know if there are any issues with our Frenchie babies. The last thing we would want to do is send a Frenchie out that has any known genetic issues.

For vaccinations we give DA2PP at 6 and 9 weeks old. The final shot will be given by your vet at 12 weeks. We give preventative treatments for worms and giardia at 5, 7, and 9 weeks. We also give preventative treatments for coccidia at 6 and 8 weeks.

Rest assured your Frenchie baby will come vet checked, with first shots, and preventative deworming treatments. We do our best to ensure you receive a healthy puppy to make your experience as positive as possible. Remember we also do have a 2 year health guarantee against genetics that has the option to be extended out to 5 years.

Get Your French Bulldogs vet checked by Your Vet!

You will be responsible for taking your French Bulldog puppy to the vet within 48 hours of picking up your little bundle of joy. If you pick-up on the weekend, you have an additional 48 hours to do so. It’s best to get them in as soon as possible. When you know your pick-up date call the vet and get the puppy well check scheduled. After the appointment email us the copy of the vet check-up. Your vet will set-up the shot and deworming schedule for your puppy. Typically they will give one to two more DA2PP vaccinations at 12-16 weeks along with rabies at 14-16 weeks (depending on state regulations).

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Will a French Bulldog do well in my apartment?

Since a high percentage of our world lives in apartments many will ask, “Will a French Bulldog do well in my apartment?” Fortunately, the answer is yes. Frenchies are quite adaptable little dogs…a characteristic which I believe drives people to the breed.

Exercise is needed but not in the quantities of other breeds. A quick walk around your apartment building or playing fetch even in your living room is enough for most Frenchies. In fact, you want to be careful not to over-exert these guys. Every French Bulldog is different. One of mine can go for long walks without a blink of an eye. My Paris can barely make it around the block without huffing and puffing especially in the heat. So be careful when taking your Frenchie out when the weather warms up to prevent overheating.

Frenchies are a nice size as well to use pee pads or artificial grass which is great for apartment dwellers. We have even seen these placed these on the balcony in the past as long as there are no areas your little Frenchie can squeeze through and hurt himself. We do recommend pee pad or turf training your Frenchie until he has his full series of shots as they have not built up their complete immunity against such diseases as distemper, adenovirus, parvo, etc… These diseases can easily be picked up in the grass where other dogs have been.

To confirm the answer to, “Will a French Bulldog do well in my apartment?” the answer is yes. If you are looking for your own little Frenchie, we’d love to help you find the one that is perfect for you.

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How Do I Register My French Bulldog Online with AKC?

How do I register my French Bulldog online with AKC? First…congratulations on your new Frenchie!!! It’s not every day you get a new puppy in the house. When you do there are always a few things to learn. One of them is to register your Frenchie with AKC. Frenhcies come in various colors. The standard colors can be registered online which is nice. Non-standard colors you must mail in the application with pictures of your Frenchie. Here’s a great article on How to Register Your Non-Standard Color French Bulldog.

First, check and make sure your Frenchie falls within the standard colors (see list below). Then go here and follow the step by step directions! You might be saying, “Wow! That was an easy way to register my French Bulldog online with AKC!”

Standard Colors:

Brindle
Brindle & White
Cream
Fawn
White & Fawn
Fawn & White
White
White & Brindle

Non-Standard French Bulldog Colors (probably not complete)

Lilac
Blue
Chocolate
Merle
Blue Fawn
Blue & Tan
Lilac & Tan
Isabella
Blue Sable
Chocolate
Sable
Sabe
Chocolate & tan

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4 Steps to Register a Non-Standard Color AKC French Bulldog

Need to register your non-standard color French Bulldog. Frenchies come in many amazing colors but not all of them are recognized as standard colors with AKC. They are AKC registrable. In the AKC system they have other colors where they choose a color to register your Frenchie. I love doing everythng online, but unfortunately you have to do the snail mail route. Here’s what you need to do.

First, take 2 pictures of your Frenchie and print them.
1. One Face View
2. One Side View
Then write your Frenchies registered name and AKC number on the back of each picture. AKC number can be found in the upper right hand corner of the application.
Next, complete the AKC paper application and in the lower left corner where you select what color write the color of your Frenchie.
Finally, mail it in!

The AKC color specialist processes all of these special color applications. She chooses the color your Frenchie will be registered under. For example, if you have a lilac Frenchie he will most likely be registered as blue.

It’s a super easy process. Don’t forget if your microchip is an AKC microchip to register it now. Take advantage of their 30 day free pet insurance as well.

If you have further questions, you can email them at colors@akc.org

Registering a standard color? Start here!

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Not nearby? No Worries! 4 Solutions to Unite with Your French Bulldog Puppy.

Not near by? 4 solutions to unite with your French Bulldog puppy The French Bulldog of Colorado Blog

We have 4 Solutions to unite you with your French Bulldog puppy. When you fall in in love with a puppy you just know! It’s love at first sight! You know you must be together. We make that easy for you when you live farther away. Here’s some of the options to get your Frenchie baby to you! Read through the options and then let us know your choice!

Drive to us!

Benefits

You are able to meet the parents.
You are able to meet us.
Your Frenchie baby travels back to your home in the comfort of your lap.
Depending on distance, this might be the most affordable route.

Cons

Takes time.
You’ll have to stop and let your Frenchie out to go the bathroom extending the trip.

Your ToDo List

Check-in on date when your Frenchie baby is ready.
Plan road trip.
Pack blanket and bowls for food and water.

Cost

Gas & food
Possible hotel?

Fly to us!

Benefits.

You are able to meet the parents.
You are able to meet us.
We can meet you at the airport, if needed.
Your Frenchie baby travels back to your home under your seat.

Cons

Takes time.

Your ToDo List

Check availability for pets on flight before booking your ticket.
Book flight with Frenchie on return flight.

Costs

Your flight
Frenchie flight o about $150
Requires a kennel for under the seat.

Use the puppy nanny!

Benefits

A puppy nanny flies with your puppy to bring your baby to you.
Your puppy isn’t around other puppies.
You meet your puppy nanny at nearest airport.

Cons

You may have to be flexible with dates/times as flights may be canceled

Your ToDo List

Tell us when you would like to have the puppy nanny bring you your baby.

Cost

Varies: $400-1000 in the continental US.

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