Temperament
Affectionate, Calm, Outgoing, Stubborn.
Health problems to know about
Flat-faced (brachycephalic) breed. Veterinary organisations in several countries urge buyers to choose dogs with longer muzzles or health-tested parents, because breathing problems are common and can be severe.
- BOAS (milder than Pugs/Bulldogs, but present)
- Eye problems (dry eye, corneal ulcers)
- Dental disease
- Ear infections
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
Daily brushing or a short 'puppy clip' every few weeks. Short walks. Keep cool.
A good fit for
Apartments, older owners, people home a lot.
Probably not ideal for
Hot climates, owners who won't groom, runners.
Sources
Popularity: AKC 2025 registration rankings (US); Royal Kennel Club 2025 registrations (UK, ranked by us). Breed traits are tendencies, not guarantees. Individual dogs vary, and mixed breeds and rescues can be wonderful fits too.
