Our World of Bulldogs

22/09/2025

Spring is in the air…and so are the allergens! 🤧🌸

Just like humans, pets can suffer from seasonal allergies — especially in the spring when pollen levels rise. Common allergens include grass, tree pollen, mold, and dust mites.

🌷🩺 Some helpful management tips to soothe your pet’s springtime allergies:

• anti itch products made for pets (not humans) including topical creams and sprays
• lukewarm baths using hypoallergenic oatmeal based shampoos
• flea and tick prevention
• changing walking routine to later in the evening when pollen levels are typically lower
• allergy relieving medications prescribed by your vet

If you notice any of the symptoms mentioned above, early treatment can prevent secondary infections and keep your pet comfortable all season long!

📞 Contact us to schedule a checkup — relief is just a visit away.

19/08/2025

Family ❤️❤️❤️❤️

15/08/2025

❤️❤️❤️ Single copy DVL2.

Hoping for healthier french bulldogs.

06/08/2025

We have Harvie and Hazel who are single copy 🙏👏👏👏

🧬 What Is DVL2?

The DVL2 variant is a gene mutation linked to screw tails, hemivertebrae, and spinal deformities—traits that are commonly seen in French Bulldogs and other brachycephalic breeds.
• Homozygous dogs (2 copies) of the mutation are more likely to suffer severe spinal deformities.
• Heterozygous dogs (1 copy) are typically unaffected or mildly affected—and may offer structural benefits when paired with the right mate.

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✅ Why Breeding Dogs with One Copy of DVL2 Can Be Worthwhile

1. Avoiding Over-Constriction of the Gene Pool
• If all carriers of DVL2 are removed from breeding, the already narrow gene pool in French Bulldogs gets even smaller.
• This can increase overall inbreeding and unintentionally intensify other health problems (e.g., BOAS, skin disease, dystocia).

2. Better Tail Conformation
• The DVL2 mutation is associated with the screw tail, which is preferred in show standards—but not the extreme corkscrew tail that causes problems.
• Heterozygous dogs may have tails that meet breed standards without causing spinal compression or defects.

3. Strategic Breeding Can Prevent Health Issues
• Breeding a DVL2 carrier (1 copy) to a clear dog (0 copies) will not produce any puppies with two copies.
• All offspring will be either clear or carriers, reducing risk of hemivertebrae while retaining desirable traits.

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⚠️ What Breeders Must Be Cautious Of
• Never breed two carriers together, as this risks producing puppies with 2 copies of DVL2, which is associated with severe spinal defects.
• Ensure regular spinal x-rays and health screening of breeding stock.
• Focus on the entire dog—not just genetics, but temperament, conformation.

✅ Best Practice Breeding Strategy:

DVL2 Carrier (1 copy) 🧬 × DVL2 Clear (0 copies)
➡️ Offspring: 50% clear, 50% carriers — none affected
➡️ Future selection from healthiest, most structurally sound pups

“Why Breeding French Bulldogs with One Copy of DVL2 Can Be Worthwhile” 👇
It’s perfect for breeder education.

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📣 French Bulldog Breeders — Let’s Talk DVL2!

Breeding dogs with one copy of the DVL2 variant (a carrier) isn’t a bad thing — when done responsibly, it can actually help the breed!

🧬 DVL2 is linked to tail shape and spine health.
✅ One copy? Usually healthy.
⚠️ Two copies? High risk for hemivertebrae and spinal issues.

Why breed a DVL2 carrier?
✔ Keeps genetic diversity strong
✔ Helps maintain ideal tail shape
✔ Reduces inbreeding risks
✔ You can pair carriers safely with clear dogs!

🚫 NEVER breed two carriers.
✔ DO test your dogs and plan pairings carefully.

👣 Breed smarter, not smaller.
Let’s protect the future of French Bulldogs in Australia! 🇦🇺🐾

06/08/2025

📣 French Bulldog Lovers in Australia – Read This!

🐾 Did you know the average inbreeding level in French Bulldogs is around 28%? That’s nearly the same as breeding full siblings 😱

Why? Because too many breeders are using the same popular sires over and over again. This is called Popular Sire Syndrome — and it’s putting our beloved breed at serious risk.

🔬 High Inbreeding = High Risk
• Breathing problems (BOAS)
• Skin & allergy issues
• Trouble giving birth (C-sections)
• Shorter lifespans
• Weakened immune systems

💔 Genetic diversity is vanishing. When one champion sire fathers hundreds of pups, it spreads hidden genetic faults across the breed — fast.

🇦🇺 A study of Australian pedigree dogs showed that most breeds keep inbreeding below 5%. But French Bulldogs are likely far above that due to extreme popularity and small gene pools.

✅ What Can Responsible Breeders Do?
• Use a variety of sires, not just the trending one
• Track and reduce inbreeding (COI)
• Prioritise health & structure over ribbons
• Educate puppy buyers about ethical breeding

Let’s protect the future of Frenchies in Australia. Beautiful dogs should also be healthy dogs.

📢 Share this if you love French Bulldogs and want a healthier future for them. 🐶💙

06/08/2025

🐾 The Hidden Danger in Show Dog Breeding: Overusing Popular Sires 🐾

In the world of purebred and show dogs, success often follows fame. When a particular male (sire) wins big in the ring, everyone wants to breed with him. While this may seem like a smart move to improve lines, there’s a hidden danger lurking: Popular Sire Syndrome.

🔍 What Is Popular Sire Syndrome?
Popular Sire Syndrome happens when one male is used excessively for breeding, often fathering hundreds (or even thousands) of puppies across the breed. This causes a genetic bottleneck, reducing the gene pool and increasing the risk of inherited health problems.

⚠️ Why Is It a Problem?
• Loss of Genetic Diversity: When a single dog contributes most of the genes in a population, diversity declines. This weakens the breed’s overall health and resilience.
• Hidden Genetic Defects Spread Fast: Every dog carries some undesirable genes. When one dog is bred widely, any unknown genetic faults he carries are passed on to many pups, potentially affecting the entire breed.
• Future Breeding Becomes Riskier: With so many dogs related to the same sire, avoiding inbreeding becomes difficult.

🐶 Real-World Impact
This has already impacted many breeds, including French Bulldogs in Australia, where health issues like breathing difficulties (BOAS), spinal problems, and skin disorders are becoming more common. Overuse of certain sires worsens these trends.

💡 What Can Breeders Do?
• Use a variety of sires to preserve genetic diversity.
• Choose mates based on health, structure, and temperament, not just titles.
• Support genetic testing and transparency within your breed community.
• Think about the long-term health of the breed, not just short-term wins.

👥 Let’s Breed Better, Together
The goal isn’t just to breed beautiful dogs — it’s to breed healthy, sound companions that can thrive for years to come. Responsible breeding means balancing success with sustainability.

👉 Share this post to spread awareness and start conversations that protect the future of our beloved breeds.

30/07/2025

30/07/2025

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Chocolate obsessions 🤎🤎🤎🤎

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19/07/2025

Who can relate? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

16/07/2025

Tri 🔥🔥
Isabella and tan, carries fluffy.
Lovely natured. Proud of this boy 🥰