Frenchton for Sale

About Frenchton

A Frenchton is a small dog that is a crossbreed of a Boston terrier and a French Bulldog. Its key striking features are that it has an adorable appearance, is friendly and playful, and is a low-maintenance dog, as it has low exercise and grooming needs.

If you are considering adding this dog to your family, scan the ads above for Frenchton for sale.

What Is The History and Lineage of the Frenchton Dog Breed?

The Frenchton is a designer breed that is believed to have its roots in the USA. It is a crossbreed of the French bulldog and the Boston Terrier. It was developed to combine the desirable traits of both parent breeds, like the Boston terrier's friendly nature and the French bulldog's charm. Also, to eliminate health issues that are common in the French bulldog, like respiratory issues. Frenchtons don’t have an extensive history as they were bred in the late 20^th century.

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Alternative Names for a Frenchton Dog Breed

Other names that people use to refer to a Frenchton are:

• Frenchbo
• Froston
• Frenchie
• Boston Terrier
• Faux Frenchbo

Overview of the Frenchton Dog Species

Origin	It is believed to have been originally bred in the USA
Size	Small dog breed. Shoulder height 10 to 14 inches; weight  15 to 25 pounds
Coat	Short and shiny
Color	Black, white, brown, and/or cream. Mostly a combination of any two of these colors
Lifespan	12-15 years
Temperament	Affectionate, highly adaptable, and intelligent
Price	Frenchton prices for puppies range between $1000 and $3000

 

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Physical Characteristics of the Frenchton Dog

• Size: Frenchtons have a small body with a muscular build. They typically stand between 10 to 14 inches at the shoulder and weigh an average of 15 to 25 pounds.
• Face: They have a brachycephalic face, which others call a smushed face. The face has wrinkles; expressive, round eyes; and bat-like ears that are set high on the head.
• Coat: Frenchtons’ coat is short and smooth and comes in numerous shades and patterns, such as black, white, brown, and cream. In most cases, it’s a combination of two of these colors.

Personality Traits of the Frenchton Dog

• Friendly: Frenchtons are affectionate and gentle dogs. They are also termed sweet-natured, as they are great with children.
• Adaptability: They have a high level of adaptability. They flourish in apartment living and in large and small families. These living conditions do not negatively affect them as long they are meeting their exercise needs and mental stimulation.
• Separation anxiety: Frenchtons are susceptible to separation anxiety. So, avoid leaving them alone for extended periods. Other breeds that highly suffer from this anxiety are Border Collies and Chihuahuas.
• Trainability: They are moderately hard to train. Though, at times, they may be stubborn. The stubbornness streak is high when they have not been well socialized and trained from puppyhood.

Caring For a Frenchton

If you want your Frenchton to adore you more, you must enforce the practices listed in each area below.

Diet and Nutrition of a Frenchton

Feed your Frenchton high-quality dog food. Choose dog foods that are designed for small dogs. The amount of food depends on several factors, such as:

• Dog size
• Energy level
• Age
• Metabolism

Full-grown Frenchtons can take around half a cup to three cups daily. Divide its daily food into two meals. Frenchtons puppies may need more food to support their growth. Avoid overfeeding this breed as it is prone to obesity.

Exercising and Training a Frenchton

Frenchtons are moderately energetic dogs. Thirty minutes to an hour of exercise in a day is enough. Divide their exercise sessions into two or three parts. Avoid exercising them under high temperatures, such as walking them in the open during summer. It is because they are prone to overheating.

Albeit intelligent dogs, Frenchtons are moderately challenging to train. They are independent dogs, so sometimes they refuse to obey your commands as they want to do it their way. Do the following to improve Frenchtons training:

• Use positive reinforcement, such as rewards and praise. A clicker can be a good tool to achieve this reinforcement
• Training sessions should be short
• Start training your Frenchton as early as possible
• Once the Frenchton puppy arrives home, begin with name and housebreaking training before moving to obedience training
• Also, socialize early. Expose it to different environments, animals, sounds, and people to boost its confidence

Grooming and Cleaning a Frenchton

Frenchtons have a short, smooth coat, which makes them easy to groom. Brush them once or twice a week. Bathe them once monthly or when needed, using a mild or diluted dog shampoo.

This dog breed is easily affected by harsh weather. Have your Frenchton wear a doggy coat during the cold season, while in summer, you need to apply sunscreen on their sensitive areas, such as the nose and other regions with less fur coverage.

Frenchton Health Issues

Frenchtons are susceptible to health issues typically experienced by their parent breeds - Boston terrier and French Bulldog - such as:

• Skin fold dermatitis
• Intervertebral disc disease
• Heatstroke
• Ear infections
• Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS)

To maintain your Frenchton health and well-being, you must take it to regular vet checkups, provide healthy meals, meet its exercise needs, and protect it from harsh weather.

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What Are the Advantages and Limitations of Owning a Frenchton?

Below are the pros and cons of a Frenchton. These elements will help you understand whether a Frenchton is suitable (or not) for you.

Advantages	Limitations
● Gentle and affectionate ● Excellent with children ● Highly adaptable: Are good with apartment living	● Need daily moderate exercises ● Stubborn at times; training them will thus be difficult in certain instances

 

Frenchton Price

A Frenchton usually costs around $1000 to $3000. Nonetheless, the price depends on various factors, namely:

• Lineage
• Frenchton breeder
• Appearance
• Age

Frenchton for adoption will cost a couple of hundred, around $200 to $500. On the other hand, top-quality Frenchtons can go above $3000.

If you are considering buying this breed, look at the seller’s ad at the top of this page for a Frenchton dog and a Frenchton puppy for sale. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is a Frenchton a Good Dog to Own?

Yes, if you love gentle small dogs that get along well with children and other animals.

2. Is a Frenchton Healthier than a French Bulldog?

Yes. One of the parents breeds of a Frenchton is the French Bulldog (the other is the Boston Terrier). A Frenchton has above-average health, while a French bulldog has average health. For example, respiratory issues are fewer in Frenchtons than in French Bulldogs.

3. Are Frenchtons Stubborn?

It depends, but from a general outlook, they can be declared as lowly stubborn. It is due to their high independence nature; they become stubborn when you give them instructions as they want to act in their own way.

4. Why Do Frenchtons Dig?

There are several reasons why you may find your Frenchton digging. The reasons include:

• To bury something
• To search for prey
• To escape
• To find an area for cooling off
• To find mineral lacking in its diet

5. Can Frenchtons Breed Naturally?

No! The anatomy of the female and male Frenchtons is not compatible with mating. Hence, the breeding of this dog is achieved by artificial insemination. Even naturally giving birth may be problematic. Most Frenchtons deliver their puppies through the caesarian method.

Bottom Line

A Frenchton (also called Frenchbo, Froston, Frenchie, Boston Terrier, and Faux Frenchbo) is a small dog believed to have been originally bred in the USA. Its breed parents are the Boston terrier and the French Bulldog. Other key features of this dog, which have bolstered its popularity, are that it is affectionate, highly adaptable, and intelligent. The average price of a Frenchton puppy is around $1000 to $3000.

If you want this dog breed, peruse the breeders' ads at the top of this page for Frenchtons for sale.