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tics, you will find that every French Bulldog is very much an indi- vidual. Breeders use a variety of adjectives to describe the French Bulldog temperament. • Courageous: The old style English Bulldog was a fighting dog who was set against a tethered bull—a huge animal in comparison—so remarkable courage was a necessity. The Frenchie has inherited his ancestor’s fearless approach to life. • Clown-like: What a brilliant combination to be courageous and yet funny! This is pure French Bulldog—he will take on the world, and make you laugh at the same time. • Vivacious: This sums up the breed’s essential joie de vivre. • Deeply affectionate: The French Bulldog is a most loving dog who adores his human family. The breed standard describes

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