How long does a Frenchton live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the French Bulldog (10–12 years) and the Boston Terrier (11–13 years).

Is a Frenchton easy to train?

Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Frenchton

Also searched as French Bulldog Boston Terrier Mix

The Frenchton is a cross between a French Bulldog and a Boston Terrier. Most grow into small dogs of 15–25 lb and live 10–12 years.

French Bulldog, a purebred dog — French BulldogPhoto: Frosya a, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Boston Terrier, a purebred dog — Boston TerrierPhoto: Svenska Mässan from Sweden, CC BY 2.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight15–25 lbcan be 12–28 lb

Height13–15 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Frenchton get?

French Bulldog16–28 lb

The mix15–25 lb

Boston Terrier12–25 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Frenchton dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 13–15 inches at the shoulder, against 11–13 in for the French Bulldog and 15–17 in for the Boston Terrier.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to high

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Moderate

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The French Bulldog rates moderate and the Boston Terrier very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The French Bulldog is usually described as adaptable, playful, smart. The Boston Terrier as friendly, bright, amusing. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier vs the mix

Trait	French Bulldog	Frenchton	Boston Terrier
Weight	16–28 lb	15–25 lb	12–25 lb
Height	11–13 in	13–15 in	15–17 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	10–12 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	high	very low to high	very low
Energy	low	moderate	moderate
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Frenchton

How big does a Frenchton get?: Most grow to 15–25 pounds and 13–15 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 12–28 pounds.
How long does a Frenchton live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the French Bulldog (10–12 years) and the Boston Terrier (11–13 years).
Does a Frenchton shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Frenchton easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other French Bulldog mixes

Other Boston Terrier mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.