French bulldog grooming

A French bulldog’s coat is short and relatively simple to brush, but the skin folds, face and paws still need regular, careful looking after.

Wipe folds gently and dry them afterwards. Moisture left sitting in a crease can irritate the skin. Don’t spray oils or thick creams into a fold unless your vet has recommended a particular product. If a fold is red, smelly or sore, that is a veterinary question, not a grooming one.

Short coats still shed, and a rubber brush will lift a surprising amount of loose hair. Nails can wear unevenly if a dog is less active, so paw handling at home is useful. French bulldogs can also overheat, so keep home baths and dryers conservative, and never leave a dog in a hot car on the way to an appointment.

If you would like a salon tidy, bring your French bulldog to us in Banbury. We don’t travel to you. Call to book, or to ask how a visit usually runs for a short-coated dog with folds to consider.