Owning a Frenchie is truly priceless. But how much should you realistically set aside to bring one of these precious dogs home? At TomKings, we believe that investing in a well-bred French Bulldog from a reputable breeder is essential. This way you ensure you get a healthy, well-adjusted puppy instead of chasing the lowest price. In this ultimate guide we’ll cover questions like the average French Bulldog price, why Frenchies are more expensive compared to other dog breeds, and we’ll also share detailed information about our French Bulldog puppies’ prices and the services included in them.
Key Takeaways
- Expect to pay between US$3,000‑12,000 for a French Bulldog from a reputable breeder, depending on color, gender, and rarity.
- Lower‑priced puppies often come with risks: health issues, lack of vet checks, or unethical breeding practices.
- TomKings’ pricing includes more than just the puppy: health guarantee, vet checks, expert travel care, extra services, and more.
The Average Price of French Bulldogs
The price of a French Bulldog largely depends on various factors like the color, gender and age of a puppy, but you can expect it to be anywhere between 3,000 and 12,000 USD. We’ll explore these factors in more detail later in the article. To give you an idea: unique-colored, female, and younger puppies are usually more expensive than standard-colored, male, and older pups. Normally, the average price of a quality Frenchie from a reputable breeder is around 5,300 USD.
When you begin your research, you’ll inevitably come across cheaper offers, from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. You might be tempted, but there are two important things to consider. Firstly, there are lots of scammers out there who use these amazing deals to trick people into buying a puppy that doesn’t even exist. Sad, right? Read this article to learn how to recognize and avoid them.
Another big problem is unethical breeders, who sell puppies only for profit. Because they charge so little, they cannot afford proper food, vet care, or vitamins. Puppies are often kept in tiny spaces without health checks, which can result in serious health issues later on. So, you might save money at first by choosing a cheap Frenchie, but later on you will leave a fortune at the vet, not to mention the stress both of you will go through.
What Makes French Bulldogs So Expensive?
Breeding difficulties and costs
We’ve already implied that breeding French Bulldogs is definitely no walk in the park: it requires special methods and practices from breeders. Because of their short legs and narrow hips, Frenchies are a bit clumsy when it comes to mating so the females need to be artificially inseminated, which can be a costly procedure.
The breeder also needs to find parents with an impeccable structure and health history who would produce perfect Frenchie puppies. For someone who doesn’t belong to an inner circle of reputable breeders this might pose a challenge.
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Because of the Frenchie moms’ narrow hips and the pups’ big heads, the puppies need to be delivered through a C-section. It is the safest option for both mom and pups, but also a costly procedure. After the surgery, the mother needs some time to heal so it is the breeder’s sole responsibility to care for the pups in their first few weeks.
The babies need feeding every three hours and constant supervision. They cannot be left alone with the mom, as she might accidentally roll over them. As you can imagine, this kind of full-time care is time-consuming and expensive.
As the puppies get bigger and stronger, they need regular vet checks to ensure healthy development. The vet also administers shots, dewormers, anti-parasite treatment, and microchipping. Health screenings like echocardiograms also need to be performed to ensure the pups are as healthy as possible when they join their new owners. Needless to say, these examinations also come at a considerable cost.
Popularity & High Demand
In recent years, French Bulldogs have become one of the most popular dog breeds in the US and worldwide. The AKC currently ranks them 1st on their list of popularity. This steep rise of popularity and the increasing demand resulted in higher prices, and lots of people saw this as an opportunity to start breeding Frenchies as a way of getting rich. Irresponsible breeders usually have no regard for the dogs’ health so you should think twice before purchasing a Frenchie from them at a low price.
Factors Affecting the Price of Frenchies
How Does the Breeder Influence the Price?
We’ve already explained above in great detail how much time, effort, care and money goes into breeding Frenchies. So, it probably comes as no surprise that a key factor in how much you’ll pay for a Frenchie is the very breeder you get your puppy from.
Those who are dedicated to only breeding high-quality and healthy French Bulldog puppies will ask a larger sum starting from 3,000 USD. Their puppies are from excellent bloodlines, they come with a health guarantee and can be registered with the Kennel Clubs as well. Check out our blog about French Bulldog Lifespan.
On the other hand, backyard breeders who don’t spend as much time and money on their Frenchies charge considerably less, from a couple of hundreds to 3,000 USD. We hope you’ll agree that buying your Frenchie puppy from a reputable breeder is a no-brainer when looking for a healthy family member for at least a decade. Always ask for health tests, contracts, and references; a reputable breeder will happily provide them.
Read our ultimate checklist to choose the right French Bulldog breeder.
Why Does Coat Color Affect the Price?
Another significant factor determining a French Bulldog’s price is coat color. If you’re familiar with Frenchies, you know that this amazing breed comes in a variety of different colors and patterns, check out our extensive guide to learn all about them.
What you should know is that there’s a distinction between standard French Bulldog colors like black, fawn, cream, and rare colors like blue, lilac and chocolate, as well as standard patterns like pied and brindle as opposed to more unique ones like tan and merle.
As you might expect, Frenchies with common coat colors tend to be more affordable. Rarer shades, especially those requiring specific genetics, come at a higher price. Unique patterns, like merle, and special traits, such as fluffy coats, can further increase a puppy’s value due to their exclusivity and demand.
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Do Blue Eyes Increase a Frenchie’s Price?
All puppies are born with blue eyes but very few of them retain this color. Frenchies with certain coat colors like cream, lilac and merle have a higher tendency for forever blue eyes, otherwise they usually darken over time and turn brown. Sometimes only one of the eyes will remain blue, which is a phenomenon called heterochromia.
Being a rare trait, forever blue eyes also affect a Frenchie’s price. Blue or odd eyes should never come at the expense of health: responsible breeders screen carefully before pairing.
Why Are Females Usually Pricier Than Males?
The gender of a French Bulldog puppy is another deciding factor when it comes to their price. Female Frenchies usually cost a couple of hundreds more than males due to their ability to produce pups for their owners. If you’re thinking about adopting and are not sure whether a boy or a girl Frenchie would be a better fit for you, you can read this article for more insight.
In our experience, temperament matters more than gender. So, we suggest that you review their videos carefully or request a video call to see which personality fits your lifestyle.
TomKings Kennel Price List
At TomKings, our Frenchies are valued based on their coat color and rarity, falling into three categories:
- Standard colors: 3,150 – 5,270 USD
These are classic, widely recognized Frenchie colors that are more commonly seen. - Unique colors: 4,450 – 6,290 USD
This category includes colors that are less common and require special breeding, such as blue, lilac or merle. - Exotic colors: from 6,480 USD
The rarest shades, including fluffy and Isabella Frenchies, fall into this category due to their unique genetics and high demand.
In addition to coat color, other factors such as location, age, and distinctive markings can influence a puppy’s final price. Our breeding expert carefully assesses each puppy’s unique qualities to determine their value. Our goal is to provide you with a happy, healthy and beautiful Frenchie that perfectly matches your family’s expectations.
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What is included in TomKings’ prices?
Now that you’re familiar with the valuation of our French Bulldog puppies, you’re probably wondering what other services are included in our prices apart from the breeding costs and the pup itself. We’ll detail all of these below.
Flight ticket to the nearest airport
For U.S.-based puppies, delivery to any U.S. airport or even directly to your home is included in the price. For puppies traveling from Europe, flights to selected U.S. and Canadian airports are also included, with some destinations requiring an additional fee: Atlanta, Boston (500 USD extra), Calgary, Chicago, Dallas (1000 USD extra), Denver (500 USD extra), Houston, New York-JFK, New York-Newark (500 USD extra), Los Angeles, Miami, Montreal, San Francisco, Seattle (500 USD extra), Toronto, Vancouver or Washington DC.
Shipping to other countries is also possible, contact us for more info!
Wise / PayPal payment insurance fee (worth 100-200 USD)
We use PayPal and Wise which are very safe payment methods. They have payment insurance which means that they keep your money pending until you get the puppy. We get your money just after you have confirmed that your puppy has arrived in your arms safe and sound!
Shots up-to-date (worth 200 USD)
Our pups receive all the necessary shots while they are with us (the exact schedule may differ depending on the puppy’s location):
1. DHPP (distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, parainfluenza) vaccine at 6-8 weeks old
2. DHLPP (distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus, parainfluenza) vaccine at 10-12 weeks old
3. DHLPP vaccine at 14-16 weeks old
4. Rabies vaccine at 12-16 weeks old
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Deworming (worth 50 USD)
Our puppies are dewormed every two weeks from the age of 4 weeks old and they also get Simparica Trio against ticks, fleas and heartworms right before they leave.
Anti-parasite treatment (worth 100 USD)
We give our puppies anti-parasite treatment against all parasites before they leave (after 8 weeks old).
Heart murmur examination (worth 1,000 USD)
Our vets thoroughly examine our Frenchies and when they find the slightest chance of heart murmur in one of them, we rather cancel the adoption and find a loving home for them locally.
Frenchie Love eBook (worth 14.95 USD)
How to raise a happy and healthy Frenchie? You’ll find the answer to this question in our book that is based on more than 10 years of experience with French Bulldogs.
Lifetime Health Guarantee
We give you a lifetime health guarantee on all genetic disorders which cause death, which means that we send you another puppy if your Frenchie dies. We have never had that so far since the parent dogs go through a rigorous selection process before the breeding program and our vet checks the puppies often.
Lifetime breeder’s help
We answer your questions in 24 hours even after receiving your puppy. We know that Frenchie owners have a bunch of questions about feeding, raising, training, etc. but most of the breeders don’t have time to answer them. Our goal is to have only happy and healthy puppies so we will always be there to answer your questions!
Lifetime vet assistance
Frenchie owners often have many questions about their puppy’s health. Most of the time, they rush to the vet right away and spend a fortune for nothing. The official vet of TomKings Puppies is ready to answer all of your questions in 24 hours, so you don’t have to worry about your puppy’s health. We even tell you whether you need to visit your vet at all!
Health certification
TomKings Frenchies are examined strictly before they leave for their new homes and we give you a health certificate which can be used if you want to have insurance for your puppy (which we highly recommend).
Exceptional care
We treat every puppy as a family member from the moment they are born. We believe that the secret of having socialized and healthy Frenchie puppies is spending time with them all day long and letting them run and play in the backyard.
Potty training
It is crucial how puppies are trained at the beginning of their lives. At TomKings Puppies we are focusing not only on their health but their proper training as well. We start potty training for them so that you have a much easier job! Our junior Frenchies come fully trained.
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Socialization
We start socializing our Frenchies with other dogs and children as young as possible so that they become friendly and calm puppies.
Excellent bloodline
The beauty and health of the puppies is not just about giving them the highest quality food, vitamins, shots, fresh air and huge farms to grow up. The health and look of their ancestors are just as important so we are extremely selective about the Frenchie parents knowing their bloodlines for generations.
Membership and right to post in the TomKings Frenchie Family closed Facebook group
We created a Facebook group for our adopters where we answer their questions and they share their experiences with each other. We are a Family because we are connected by the love towards Frenchies and we are always there to help and support each other, as well as share valuable experiences and advice! Only TomKings Frenchie parents are allowed to post and ask from us or any other member in the group.
Participation in TomKings Frenchie Meetups
We organize Frenchie Meetups in major cities throughout the States where you can talk with other TomKings Frenchie owners and exchange advice while your Frenchies are playing with each other.
Final Thoughts
French Bulldogs are a big investment, both financially and emotionally. By choosing a reputable breeder, you ensure that your pup grows up healthy, well-socialized, and ready to become a beloved member of your family. At TomKings, we’re committed to giving our Frenchies the very best start in life. Discover our available Frenchie puppies and find your future companion today.
FAQs
The average price of a quality Frenchie from a reputable breeder is around 5,300 USD.
Breeding Frenchies requires special methods and practices from breeders, like artificial insemination and C-section. The steep rise of their popularity also made French Bulldog prices to increase in recent years.
The most expensive Frenchies are the long-haired Fluffies whose prices can go up to 12,000 USD.
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The article is based on the expert knowledge of the TomKings Puppies team who have been breeding French Bulldogs for 10 years on their farm. All the pictures in the post belong to them and their customers, and show puppies from their breed. Check their available French Bulldog puppies, or if you have any questions or comments let us know below the article.
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I was wondering if a did dna test can tell if my dog is a lilac Merle dawn French bulldog
Hi Leslie,
Yes, a DNA test can tell the exact color of you puppy and what genes he/she carries. 🙂