The secret in the rarest French bulldog colors is in the DNA. For instance, if we look under the hood, Gracie has a rare DNA combination of At/a, B/b, Co/co, D/d, N/S, and S/L.

French bulldogs are like cartoon characters, with short legs and backs, and squished faces. But the Frenchie of the future will sport a longer snout, spine, tail, and legs to avoid common ailments.

Most dogs can be separated from their mothers at eight weeks, but for French bulldogs some breeders recommend between 10 and 12 weeks. (Facebook) Advocates for the breed have a new concern.