Are Frenchies Aggressive? – Surprisingly, They Are Not. Here Is Why

The word bulldog that is tagged with Frenchies gives the impression that they are aggressive animals. However, it is best to examine how they interact with us to determine what situations cause them to be aggressive, before we judge them as aggressive.

How Do French Dogs Relate To Us? 

Better referred to as apartment dogs, French bulldogs are super friendly, and accommodative. They perfectly get along with babies, and can stand most of their nagging up to the point that it gets rough.

What Causes French Bulldogs Aggression And How To Tame the Aggression?

Reaction to Fear

Animals are naturally inclined to fight for survival. Therefore, your Frenchie will react with aggressive behavior, when they feel threatened, trapped, or scared. 

It is their way of telling you to keep off.  No matter how subtle their temperament, avoid being rough with your French dog, because they will react. Again, introduce your French pup to other animals or your pet early in their years, to enhance bonding.

Are Frenchies Aggressive to New Face/s?

With the addition of a new member to a family (especially if this new member is diverting the attention you have been giving your frenchie), Frenchies can react towards that person with aggression. Of course, it may never turn ugly; it is just a jealous outburst.

The best way to deal with this kind of aggression is not by avoiding their interaction with new people, or staying indoors. Instead, expose your frenchie to new faces repeatedly, and let them know that they have to accommodate everyone.

Reaction to a New Environment

Your French dog’s aggressive behavior can be triggered by simply taking them to a new place, where they end up meeting other dogs or animals. It could be just the thought of not knowing what to expect in that new place. Or that the place could have loud music, or a beehive of activities that is confusing to them.

Does your Frenchie act out aggressively in a new environment? You can help them adapt and calm down, by exposing them to more of such environments.

Conclusion – Are Frenchies Aggressive?

No, Frenchies are not overly aggressive. 

You can train them to respect your authority, as well as making sure they feel safe and protected. Once you do that, they will let you be in charge, by being less aggressive around your guests and family members.

While female French Bulldogs are generally more aggressive,  the males can also be more aggressive than females. That can happen when the female is in heat, and the male frenchie wants to mate her. 

To control Frenchie aggression caused by reproductive hormones, use neutering or spaying. They will work wonderfully. Overall, if you are finding it hard to control your French bulldog, just seek the help of a professional dog trainer. Have you dealt with an aggressive Frenchie before?

Please let us know how you handled it in the comments section below.