Frenchie Puppies

[Piperloo]

Because Piper was so sick as a puppy I don't know if we really had a puppy. In other words, she didn't chew inappropriate things, get into things she shouldn't, dig, etc. I don't know if that is just her personality and the fact that I tried to give her appropriate chew toys and keep her active or a result of her not feeling well. I don't mean to imply that she just layed around the house not moving or doing anything - she had puppy energy, played with toys, screamed when she wasn't getting her way :D and was up for any outing. What I'm trying to ascertain here is what to expect with a new Frenchie puppy. Is the behavior I saw in Piper when we brought her home at 16 weeks indicative of Frenchie puppies or is this just her individual personality?
Piperloo

[coppab]

We are blown away at how quiet and settled Tully is. It's like he has the maturity of a full grown dog but in a puppy package. He is not disobedient at all, no problems with going outside to potty, is playful when we want him to be and keeps himself amused when we are busy (usually sleeps). He doesn't chew on inappropriate things as he has heaps of toys to play with and chew on. He doesn't dig or try to escape the yard and when we are out of the house for more than an hour we leave him in the yard with a bone or something to keep him busy. He is always sitting at the door waiting for us when we get back.
We got him at 15 weeks and after reading other peoples stories I feel very greatful we found Tully:D

I think it's the luck of the draw with a healthy puppy, while environment shapes the way they act, it's their personalities that dictate what kind of puppy you are getting.

Are you thinking about getting another puppy Piperloo? If so how exciting! I would love a little pied girl to keep Tully company, I think dogs thrive off company moreso than being an only 'child', although there are always exceptions.
Good luck in your search, you have a big task ahead to find a good breeder, here in Oz you grab the first puppy you find because frenchies are like hens teeth.....you can look forever and still not find one:D

[chickenjudy]

I, too, have been very fortunate to have an "angel" puppy. He has been easy to housebreak, non chewy, personable, not stubborn at all and basically an absolute joy to have around. He's completely convinced my husband (who isn't into the "fur kid" ideal) that he IS a family member. I think, though, that a lot of it is luck in finding that good personality to start with and a lot of it is in the way you raise them. From day one, I have spent tons of time with him and made him the priority in my life. Isaac is ALWAYS with us, except for a couple of hours here or there, and is very well socialized but has never been allowed to "rule" us-we set the rules, he obeys them because WE say so:lol: . That has taught him respect and allowed us to raise a wonderful loving little guy! Still, a part of me wonders if my next one will be a total brat!!!:rolleyes:

[andi]

Our new pup is an absolute angel. My husband and I marvel at his sweet temperment daily. He has caught on quite quickly that once we go outside, it's potty time. :) He plays well with our other animals and loves to be with mommy or daddy. He is quiet and playful, curious, studious and very sweet. He has been wonderful about his leash since the day we picked him up. He walks right beside us, no running ahead or falling behind.

I was wondering if we just got incredibly lucky with this little frenchie baby but perhaps it's more common than we thought. Just another reason why the breed is so endearing. :)

[phoebesmom]

We have also been blessed with an angel. In fact, sometimes I call her a nerd, as she is perfect in every single way! She was so quick to potty train, got along famously with my cats, gets along with all other dogs, people, small children - whatever. She is surely an angel sent to me. We had only ONE incident when she was a baby - suffice it to say she re-arranged the lounge furniture and disfigured a couple of cushions, but that was a total one-off and in 4 years that's not such a bad track record!

[Martina]

I have to agree that so much of it is the dog's personality and then consistent, diligent training on your part. Lola was such an easy dog from the very beginning - laid back, friendly and easy going. Gigi was much more excitable and needed more quiet time with me for her to slow down and relax. But sweet! and happy! and full of beans! Tigger, unlike what I was told about frenchie boys, was independent from day one but, unfortunately, his learning curve ahs been much longer than the girls'. But everyone who meets my dogs thinks that they are all amazing, charming, friendly, sweet, loving, easy going dogs ... and they are, but I've definitely put a lot of work into them. So yeah, I think personality and individuality play a huge role in the dog's maturation and development - but environment is huge too.

Most people here seem to have great experiences with their dogs. I really wonder how much of it is that we are a dog obsessed crowd that goes above and beyond the call of duty? Are our dogs great and amazing because they are (and they are :p !!) or because we, their humans, are great dog owners :D ?!? Nature vs Nuture ... I think both are important.

[franp]

Dari was a good pup...Part of it was because she was exhausted:lol:

I did the right thing.Unintentionally....We have a beautiful dog park right near us ; and it was the end of May when she was allowed out...I loved to watch her play with the other pups..So we would spend over an hour at the dogpard; sometimes 2. I came home early from work to take her..:lol:

When we got home, Dari was SO tired she collapsed...there was no energy to be bad..appicon later on I was watching Cesar Milan.. the ONE thing I concur with him is that a tired pup is a happy pup..Well, I had ONE tired pup....

Dari never chewed destructively or barked...She really was an easy pup in that respect....in all respects..

[Piperloo]

Well, it sounds to me that Piper was a normal frenchie puppy! appicon I grew up with high strung hunting dogs so that was my only frame of reference when we got Piper. So even being ill she was a much welcome relief from the puppies I remember having! :lol: It sounds like I can be fairly certain that I may get that type of angel puppy again. appicon I hope....:)

[Carolyn]

Abby was very hard to potty train and Ferris was a chewer for awhile...just ask my antique table!! (we were able to remove the teeth marks) appicon

That being said...they were/are both my bat eared angels. ;)