French Bulldogs typically live around 10 to 12 years on average. This lifespan can vary depending on factors such as genetics, diet, exercise, veterinary care, and overall health
. However, some studies, such as one in the UK, have reported a much shorter average lifespan of about 4.5 years for French Bulldogs, largely due to health issues related to their breeding and physical traits like flat faces, which can cause breathing difficulties
. This figure may be skewed by a large population of younger French Bulldogs in the study. With proper care—including a good diet, regular exercise, routine veterinary visits, and attention to breed-specific health problems—French Bulldogs can live a healthy life closer to the 10-12 year range, and some have been known to live even longer, up to 14 or 18 years in rare cases
