French Bulldog + German Shepherd = Frenchie Shepherd

Feb 17, 2022 | Own A French Bulldog

When it comes to certain dog breeds, it’s undeniable that two of the most popular ones are the French Bulldog and the German Shepherd.

However, because of how popular both of these breeds are, finding a breeder that has them can be a headache. Although you may find a breeder easily, many of them might put you on endless waitlists. This means you might have to wait upwards of a year to bring your dog home!

Not to mention that, even once you find a breeder and it’s time to get your dog, the popularity of these breeds means that you might end up spending a lot of money.

French Bulldogs on their own can cost upwards of $5,000 for one dog, and that’s the lower end of the price range depending on things like pedigree, coloration, and puppy availability.

But what if we were to tell you that it didn’t have to be this way? What if there was a way for you to get a French Bulldog or a German Shepherd for a great price?

Well, surprise! It’s possible!

The Frenchie Shepherd

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As with most other dog mix breeds, the French Bulldog and German Shepherd mix gets a cute nickname, too: Frenchie Shepherds.

When it comes to this dog breed mix, there still isn’t a lot known about specific temperament and personality. Although French Bulldogs and German Shepherds can breed together, the result of this coupling tends to be more varied than other French Bulldog mixes.

Also, it should be said – even if it seems obvious – that the Frenchie Shepherd breed isn’t a purebred breed. If you want to find the potential temperament of your beautiful new furry friend, you will likely have to do more research into the ancestors of your puppy to get a better idea of what you might be getting yourself into.

Size

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Although there’s no guarantee one way or another how your puppy will turn out, there are a few things you can assume when it comes to this mix.

Because French Bulldogs are small and German Shepherds tend to be larger, you will likely find that your Frenchie Shepherd will be a mix of the two breeds and end up in a weight class somewhere in between the parents.

Temperament

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Again, although there’s no guarantee, you are much more likely to get a Frenchie Shepherd that is a loyal dog and a fun-loving one. However, when the easygoing and almost lackadaisical nature of the French Bulldog is paired with the more outgoing and courageous nature of the German Shepherd, you might end up with a dog that appears more “regal” in its bearing – by this, we mean that your dog may not be willing to flop right on over for belly rubs while you’re sitting by the fire.

Indeed, your Frenchie Shepherd might end up being a bit more distant with its love than a French Bulldog, but that doesn’t mean that Frenchie Shepherds are bad dogs!

On the contrary, they’re a great breed and a wonderful mix. You just should be aware of all possibilities when it comes to this breed mix so that you aren’t too surprised by what you discover about them as they grow older.

Takeaway

If you’re looking for a beautiful dog that will likely have more energy than a French Bulldog but that might also be more friendly than a German Shepherd, look no further than the Frenchie Shepherd.