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Caring for Newborn Frenchies

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🍼 Caring for Newborn Frenchies



Newborn French Bulldogs are some of the sweetest little creatures you’ll ever meet—tiny, warm, wrinkly, and completely dependent on the humans caring for them. Their first weeks shape the rest of their lives, which is why proper newborn care is essential.

Whether you’re a new breeder, an expecting Frenchie owner, or simply curious about the process, this guide walks you through what it takes to raise healthy, thriving newborn Frenchies.

The First 48 Hours:
A Critical Window

Frenchie newborns arrive small, fragile, and unable to regulate their bodies. They need warmth, nourishment, and careful observation.

Key requirements in the first 48 hours include:

  • Nursing every 2–3 hours
  • Maintaining body temperature
  • Preventing fading puppy syndrome
  • Monitoring weight gain
  • Ensuring proper bonding with the mother

At YAMF, these first days involve constant hands-on care. We weigh each puppy multiple times a day, assist with nursing, and make sure the dam is comfortable and recovering.

Warmth Is Everything

Unlike adult dogs, newborns cannot control their temperature, and drafts or cold surfaces can be dangerous. Ideal temperature ranges:

  • Week 1: 85-90°F
  • Week 2: 80–85°F
  • Week 3: 75–80°F

We use heating pads, incubators, and warm bedding to keep them comfortable. Overheating is also a risk, so everything is monitored closely.

Feeding and Weight Monitoring

Strong nursing is essential. Puppies who struggle to latch may need bottle or tube feeding (performed by someone trained).

Daily weighing helps catch issues early. A healthy Frenchie should gain a little weight every day—if a puppy stagnates or loses weight, we intervene immediately.

Hygiene and Whelping Box Care

Cleanliness is crucial:

Newborn French Bulldog in soft, clean bedding

  • Fresh bedding daily
  • Sanitized surfaces
  • Clean hands before handling
  • Mother’s hygiene maintained

A clean environment prevents infections and keeps puppies comfortable.

Early Neurological Stimulation

After the first two weeks, puppies benefit from controlled exposure to gentle experiences:

  • Light sounds
  • Different textures
  • Soft handling
  • Mild positioning exercises

These early neurological steps help build resilience and confidence.

Socialization Starts Early

Around 3–4 weeks, puppies begin seeing, hearing, and interacting. This is when they start:

Newborn French Bulldogs
  • Gentle play
  • Exploring small toys
  • Learning sibling interactions
  • Meeting safe adult dogs

Frenchies need confident, calm socialization to prepare them for family life.

Vet Checks, Deworming, and Safety

Before going home, each puppy receives:

  • Wellness exams
  • Deworming
  • vaccinations
  • Health records

Preparing Puppies for Their New Homes

Good newborn care leads to confident, well-adjusted puppies. In the final weeks before adoption, we introduce:

  • Crate basics
  • Potty pad training
  • Gentle grooming
  • Short car rides

Puppies who experience these steps early transition more smoothly into their forever homes.

Newborn Frenchie care is a labor of love. It takes patience, knowledge, and constant attention—but watching these tiny pups grow into curious, cuddly companions makes it all worth it.

At YAMF, we’re honored to guide each puppy from its first breath to the day it joins a loving family.

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