Summer Safety

This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If there’s one thing every French Bulldog owner learns fast, it’s that Frenchies and heat don’t mix. George starts panting if the temperature hits 23°C, and anything above 28°C is a genuine health risk. French Bulldogs are brachycephalic, their shortened airways make it much harder for them to cool themselves through panting (which is how dogs regulate body temperature). This makes them extremely vulnerable to heatstroke, which can be fatal. ...

This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Summer is the most dangerous season for French Bulldogs. That’s not an exaggeration. Heatstroke is one of the leading causes of preventable death in brachycephalic breeds, and Frenchies are among the most vulnerable. George has had one mild heat episode (excessive panting and drooling on a 27°C day), and it was terrifying enough that I now treat summer preparation like a military operation. Here’s everything I’ve learned about keeping a French Bulldog safe when temperatures rise. ...