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Name	French Bulldog	Boston Terrier	American Bulldog
Origins	England France	United States	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Guard Dogs
Popularity Rank	4	21	272
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Other Names	Frenchie, Bouledogue Français	Boston Bull, Boston Bull Terrier, Boxwood, American Gentlemen	AmBulldog, AM Bulldog, American Bulldogge, American Bulldoggee, Old Country Bulldog
Breed Type	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club
Price	$2000-$4000	$600-$800	$500-$600

General Appearance - French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier vs American Bulldog

Size	Small	Small	Large
Weight	18-30 pounds (8-14 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Avg. Weight	There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)
Avg. Height	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	16 inches (40.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Hair & Care - French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier vs American Bulldog

Coat	Fine Smooth Short Close in texture	Fine	Fine
Colors	Brindle Cream Fawn White	White Brindle Seal Black	Fawn Brown White Black
Grooming	Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming.
Shedding Level	French Bulldogs are low shedders.	Boston Terriers shed moderately.	American Bulldogs shed moderately.

Characteristics - French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier vs American Bulldog

Temperament	Affectionate Alert Bright Keen Patient Playful Athletic Easygoing Lively	Affectionate Friendly Intelligent Playful Aggressive Gentle Lively	Affectionate Courageous Gentle Going Alert Energetic Loving Social
Intelligent Rank	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.	Average: Boston Terrier's has average obedience intelligence.	Average: American Bulldog's has average obedience intelligence.
Trainability	French Bulldogs are quite easy to train.	Boston Terriers are quite easy to train.	American Bulldogs are quite easy to train.
Playfulness	French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.	Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed.
Sensitivity Level	French Bulldogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.	Boston Terriers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level	French Bulldogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Boston Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	American Bulldogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs	French Bulldogs need a lot of social interaction.	Boston Terriers are a social breed.	American Bulldogs are a social breed.
Barking	Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability	French Bulldogs are average watchdogs.	Boston Terriers are average watchdogs.	American Bulldogs are one of the best watchdogs.
Territorial	French Bulldogs are average defenders.	Boston Terriers are average defenders.	American Bulldogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
Biting Potential	Low The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness	French Bulldogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Boston Terriers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	American Bulldogs have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam	French Bulldogs tend to escape less than other breeds.	Boston Terriers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.	American Bulldogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive	French Bulldogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.	Boston Terriers have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.	American Bulldogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
Apartment Friendly	French Bulldogs are very apartment-friendly dogs.	Boston Terriers are very apartment-friendly dogs.	American Bulldogs are not the best choice for an apartment lifestyle, but they don't mind being inside if you walk them several times every day.
Adaptability	French Bulldogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boston Terriers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Bulldogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone	French Bulldogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Boston Terriers do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	American Bulldogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Fighting Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.

Good With - French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier vs American Bulldog

Stranger Friendly	French Bulldogs are stranger friendly dogs.	Boston Terriers are stranger friendly dogs.	American Bulldogs are not the most stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly	French Bulldogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Boston Terriers are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Bulldogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly	French Bulldogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Boston Terriers are very cat-friendly dogs.	American Bulldogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly	French Bulldogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boston Terriers are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Bulldogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Office Friendly	Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Boston Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly	French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pet Friendly	French Bulldogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Boston Terriers are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	American Bulldogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Good For First Time Owners	Yes French Bulldogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Boston Terriers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No American Bulldogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Boat Dog	Not really French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Health Factors - French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier vs American Bulldog

Health Issues	The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Bulldogs tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems	Allergies Brachycephalic Syndrome Cleft Palate Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae Hip Dysplasia Intervertebral Disk Disease Patellar Luxation Von Willebrand's Disease	Allergies Brain Tumors Cataracts Cherry Eye Deafness Heart Murmurs Megaesophagus Patellar Luxation Reverse Sneezing	Allergies Cancer Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Entropion Hip Dysplasia
Life Expectancy	10-12 years	12-15 years	10-12 years
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Hypoallergenic	No	No	No
Energy Level	French Bulldogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Boston Terriers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	American Bulldogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Exercise Need	French Bulldogs exercise need is minimal.	Boston Terriers have an average exercise need.	American Bulldogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need	French Bulldogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Boston Terriers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	American Bulldogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Avg. daily food consumption	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential	Average to High.	Average.	Low to Average.
Weather & Climate	Prefers average to warm weather conditions	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Stinkiness	Medium The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency	The French Bulldog is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Boston Terrier is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The American Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.

Reproducibility - French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier vs American Bulldog

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
How often can the have a litter?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size	3-5 puppies	3-5 puppies	7-14 puppies
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