Quick Links: Table of Contents
- French Bulldog Versus Frenchton: Introduction
- French Bulldog versus Frenchton: Overview
- French Bulldog versus Frenchton: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Frenchton
- Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Frenchton
- Price of French Bulldog versus Price of Frenchton
- Tolerates Being Alone: French Bulldog versus Frenchton
- Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Frenchton
- Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Frenchton?
- Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Frenchton
- Do French Bulldogs shed more than Frenchtons?
- Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Frenchtons?
- How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Frenchtons?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Bulldog or the Frenchton?
- Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Frenchton?
- Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Frenchtons?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Frenchton?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: French Bulldog versus Frenchton. Which One is a Better Pet?
French Bulldog Versus Frenchton: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the French Bulldog and the Frenchton? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the French Bulldog and the Frenchton better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the French Bulldog and the Frenchton.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the French Bulldog and the Frenchton is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the French Bulldog and for the Frenchton. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the French Bulldog and the Frenchton.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the French Bulldog or the Frenchton
French Bulldog versus Frenchton: Overview
Both the French Bulldog and the Frenchton are similar in size. The French Bulldog and the Frenchton are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the French Bulldog belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
French Bulldog versus Frenchton: Comparison Table
The table below compares the French Bulldog to the Frenchton based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | French Bulldog | Frenchton |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 11 to 14 inches |
| Life Span | 11 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Weight | 16 to 28 pounds | 15 to 25 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $4610 | $2130 |
| Price Range | $3100 – $5000 | $1650 – $2500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the French Bulldog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Frenchton. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a French Bulldog is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Frenchton is 95 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Frenchton is a better pet than the French Bulldog. So, you should get the Frenchton!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the French Bulldog and the Frenchton so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Frenchton
The French Bulldog and the Frenchton are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the French Bulldog and the Frenchton are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Frenchton
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the French Bulldog and the Frenchton.
French Bulldogs weigh 16 to 28 pounds when fully grown. French Bulldogs are 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.
Price of French Bulldog versus Price of Frenchton
The average price of the French Bulldog puppy is $4610. The price of the French Bulldog typically ranges from $3100 – $5000. However, the price of a French Bulldog can be as low as $123 and as high as $40000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2308 French Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The French Bulldog is more expensive than the Frenchton.
| French Bulldog | Frenchton | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $4610 | $2130 |
| Price Range | $3100 to $5000 | $1650 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the French Bulldog and Frenchton. For different price points, the charts show how many French Bulldog puppies or how many Frenchton puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of French Bulldogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the French Bulldog puppy or the Frenchton puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: French Bulldog versus Frenchton
French Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.
Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather?
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Frenchton
French Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Frenchtons drool moderately.
Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather?
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Frenchton?
French Bulldogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Frenchton
French Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Frenchtons have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Do French Bulldogs shed more than Frenchtons?
French Bulldogs shed moderately.
Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Frenchtons?
French Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.
How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Frenchtons?
French Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Bulldog or the Frenchton?
French Bulldogs get along very well with other dogs.
Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.
Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Frenchton?
French Bulldogs are very easy to train.
Frenchtons are very easy to train.
Is the French Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Frenchton?
French Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the French Bulldog or the Frenchton?
French Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.
Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.
Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Frenchtons?
French Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Frenchtons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Frenchton?
French Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Frenchtons are very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the French Bulldog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the French Bulldog:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Frenchton:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the French Bulldog and how the Frenchton compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the French Bulldog and of the Frenchton to other breeds:
French Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
French Bulldog versus Australian Cattle Dog French Bulldog versus Dalmatian French Bulldog versus Manchester Terrier French Bulldog versus Shiloh Shepherd French Bulldog versus Pomsky French Bulldog versus Irish Setter French Bulldog versus Saint Bernard French Bulldog versus Lhasa Apso French Bulldog versus Miniature Poodle French Bulldog versus Peek A Poo
Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds
Frenchton versus Puli Frenchton versus Lagotto Romagnolo Frenchton versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Frenchton versus Giant Schnauzer Frenchton versus Cesky Terrier Frenchton versus Biewer Terrier Frenchton versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Frenchton versus Lakeland Terrier Frenchton versus Puli Frenchton versus Stabyhoun
Conclusion: French Bulldog versus Frenchton. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the French Bulldog and the Frenchton better suits you and your family.