French Bull Whippet Dog Breed

The French Bull Whippet is a cross from a French Bulldog and a Whippet. You can expect that your hybrid will take on physical traits from either one of its parent breeds. The French Bull Whippet is a small-sized breed that stands between 12.4 to 20.4 inches and weighs between 16.8 to 37.6 pounds.

French Bull Whippet Breed Details

Below are details and specs for the French Bull Whippet dog breed.

Type
Hybrid
Lifespan
12 - 15 yrs.
Height
12½ - 20½ in.
Weight
16¾ - 37½ lbs
Friendliness
OverallFamily FriendlyChild FriendlyPet FriendlyStranger Friendly
Maintenance
Easy to GroomEnergy LevelExercise NeedsHealthShedding Amount
Behavior
Barks / HowlsEasy to TrainGuard DogPlayfulnessWatch Dog
Ownership
Apartment DogCan be AloneGood for Busy OwnersGood for New OwnersIntelligence

French Bull Whippet Breed Description

The mild and playful French Bull Whippet, however, makes a perfect companion for a kid or a person belonging to any age group. The French Bull Whippet is protective of his family but isn't known to be aggressive. They can be a little wary of strangers but will be friendly once they get to know the person.

Although French Bull Whippet are usually fairly good with children, the French Bull Whippet can be less tolerant and has a nearly irresistible high prey drive that may cause them to chase or nip at younger children, who can be unpredictable and fast moving and the hybrid could inherit either temperament. French Bull Whippet are muscular, energetic, athletic animals that usually enjoy playing in water. He makes an excellent playmate for a child, although adults should supervise interactions with very young children: French Bull Whippet are not snappy or aggressive, but they do have limits on the handling and roughhousing they will tolerate. He is a very social breed, not the barking type but definitely protective and territorial. They thrive in the company of others and dislike being alone. Training a French Bull Whippet takes an experienced leader and is not for the first-time dog owner.

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Authored by:Dog-Learn
Updated:February 26, 2018
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