The AKC standard describes this breed as  "Well behaved, adaptable, and comfortable companions."    It also describes the Frenchie as being affectionate, even tempered, active, alert, and playful but not unduly boisterous.  Not all breeders focus on temperament in their breeding program.  As with humans, it is  primarily  hereditary; however, the  disposition is also developed by the manner in which a Breeder handles the puppies at a young age, the bonding and training by the environment of breeder and  people in the forever home, and  environmental experiences.    Stimulation of puppies by breeder, its mom, and other dogs  not only increases intelligence but shapes behavior.  Environmental development during 8-12 wks is critical  to the pup's development  

include cute play behavior unique to Frenchies.   Known to initiate play with his famous "play bow", the frenchie  plays hard, running,  playing tag,  keep away, King O' the Mountain; yet, the FBD has a lazy streak so he naps several times a day.   Most Frenchies have less prey drive than other breeds and seldom bark. However, remember this breed was a manmade blend of bully and terrier types, and  there is an occasional "watchdog" that is alert and warns of encroachment into the family's territory.   Frenchies like to romp with children, snuggle up to owners,  and greet visitors at the door or bow to say "hello" as they take a stroll in  their neighborhood.   They like to sit under the computer with their body lightly touching your ankle.  Although they seldom bark or whine, many  give an occasional "angel's kiss" to your shin or foot just to let you know they care very much for you,   Most are very amiable types that love everybody. They enjoy other breeds of dogs of all sizes and shapes.  There is always an occasional exception to every generalization.  In many countries,  this breed is still used for a "ratter" so some have more aggressive prey instincts.   Boys tend to be clownlike babies for life, whereas, the females tend to be  more dominant little "bosses".   If purchasing a Frenchie, please express your needs and ideals to the breeder because Frenchies are all unique. An sensitive,  knowledgeable, caring breeder would not mismatch a puppy by placing it in a home that is not appropriate for its temperament and the family's needs.

  Since this breed is extremely loyal and devoted, once you take control and teach basic commands, setting  limits for your lifestyle, the FBD becomes  a "comfortable companion".   Without proper bounds, the French bulldog can become a demanding tyrant and rule rather unwisely over the owner's household.   Although many are independent and stubborn by nature,  they thrive on attention, delight in seeing their owner's excited responses, do anything for a pat or praise,  so in theory,  it is easy to socialize  this breed,  including housebreaking.  This is a "clean dog" by nature. Don't believe the negative reports you find on the internet.  I am giving my perspective about housebreaking -- likely others are reporting their experiences.  Fancibuls  don't like to be "dirty" nor dwell in untidy quarters because they are never allowed to develop insensitivity to feces and urine as babies. It  is natural for them to learn appropriate household behaviors....all one has to do is encourage their natural inclination to be the ideal household pet with consistency in training.      Most towns have some type of puppy obedience classes available for very nominal fees.  In a few short weeks, owners and their Frenchies have learned together.  I must brag at this point that our FANCIBULS always make the highest scores in their puppyclasses.  Owners that take their Fancibul puppies for puppyclasses make me VERY PROUD!  I know their future is more secure.  Winston on my "Lovin'  Pets " page is just one of many that graduated cum laude when his caring owners had the desire to "do everything right" as they settled-in with their Fancibul.