Non-Sporting Group

French Bulldog

French Bulldog is a medium dog in the Non-Sporting Group. Adult weight is up to 28 lb, height is 11–13 in, and the listed lifespan is 10–12 years. AKC describes the temperament as Playful, Smart, Adaptable.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026.

French Bulldog dog
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Lifespan10–12 years
Weightup to 28 lb
SizeMediumGroupNon-Sporting Group

Height

11–13 in

Energy

3 / 5

Shedding

3 / 5

Grooming

1 / 5

Trainability

4 / 5

Good with kids

5 / 5

The breed record

Across 59 single-size medium breeds, a lifespan midpoint of 11 years is about 2.3 years shorter than the 13.3-year average.

The listed origin is England. The coat is described as smooth, short. The AKC energy score is 3 out of 5, 0.5 points below the group average of 3.5 for the Non-Sporting Group. Shedding scores 3 out of 5. Grooming scores 1 out of 5, so home brushing covers most weeks. Trainability scores 4 out of 5, which is a biddable score. Good with children scores 5 out of 5. Good with other dogs scores 4 out of 5. AKC ranked this breed number 1 in 2025.

AKC parent-club recommended health screenings: Patella Evaluation, Hip Evaluation, Cardiac Exam, and Ophthalmologist Evaluation. These are screening tests, not a list of diseases the breed is guaranteed to develop.

Frequently asked

Questions from the breed record

The verified adult weight for a French Bulldog is up to 28 lb.

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