I’m looking for some information on Beagle\/French Bulldog crosses, also known as Frengles.
I’m looking to adopt (definitely not buy) a young dog or a puppy, but I’ve got no experience at all as I’ve never had a dog before... My partner, on the other hand, has always had them since he was a kid. He loves Labs and Goldens, whereas I prefer smaller dogs like Jack Russells (Parsons too, even if they’re a bit bigger) and Beagles. What puts me off Jack Russells is that they’re very active and tend to get into a lot of mischief in general... We both love Beagles, but then a mutual friend introduced us to his puppy: a male Frengle. He’s so cute with his fawn coat and brown eyes... We thought he was absolutely adorable. My friend mentioned that his dog still gets into quite a bit of trouble, licks everyone—even strangers (including babies and kids)—and jumps up on the bed and the sofa. But he did say it’s his own fault because he wasn't firm enough with him right from the start. (He got him when he was two or three months old, and he’s nearly 6 now).
So, I’ve got a few questions:
In terms of personality and behaviour, does a Frengle take more after the Beagle or the Frenchie? Are they generally quite active or more on the lazy side? If they’re well-trained, do they still get into a lot of mischief? Is it better to adopt a puppy (3 or 4 months old) or a younger dog (2 years or even older)? Is it better to get a male or a female? Have any of you owned or known a Frengle before?
Since my friend didn’t want me posting a photo of his dog, I’m sharing a picture of a Frengle I found online that looks just like his:
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I bought a shepherd cross on Gumtree; he’s 14 now and doing great. I also got a 5-year-old shepherd cross girl from a rescue centre that came from overseas, and she’s doing brilliantly. Recently, I bought a dog from a breeder – a Frengle, which is a Frenchie crossed with a Beagle – and she’s doing lovely too. I don’t see what the problem is with where a dog comes from. As long as you take full responsibility for them from start to finish and give them loads of love, that’s the main thing. Don’t listen to the preachy lot telling you what’s right or wrong. You already know. Just follow your heart and that’s it. We aren't going to save the planet; we’re all going to die on it anyway, that’s for sure. These new Frengle crosses are absolutely adorable ❤️ don’t forget that all dogs descended from wolves and all breeds were man-made, so why not this one? 😘
I’ve got a Frengle (a Frenchie x Beagle cross) and he’s absolutely wonderful! We actually rescued him from being drowned by a French farmer, in FRANCE! Please don't badmouth Americans; SOME French people always make the silliest assumptions about Americans without ever even knowing them. Anyway, we’re looking to breed our Frengle—he’s a 4-year-old male. He’s very sweet-natured, lovable, and social, and he's never had any health issues. Anyway, drop me a message if you’re interested and please, keep any judgmental comments to yourself. Thanks!
@Frengle, no worries at all, it’s a great initiative and really sensible of you! Do feel free to pop back once you’ve figured out exactly what you’re looking for. Good luck with adopting the puss and well done for giving it so much careful thought! 👍
Hello and thanks so much for all your advice and replies.
My partner and I have had a good think about it, and we aren't going to adopt a puppy or a dog just yet.
First of all, you should know that we’re very different; he’s a PE teacher, so he's very active... whereas I’m not really the sporty type. I only cycle, but I am available as I’m currently out of work, though I’m hoping to find a job soon...
So there you have it—I’ve actually never had any pets in my life (yes, it’s possible!), but he’s always had cats, dogs, rabbits, and other animals.
For our first pet together, we think adopting a cat would probably be more sensible than a dog in terms of our time and living space, as we live in a flat with two courtyards, one at the front and one at the back. We’ll wait until we have a house or a much bigger flat, hopefully with a garden, before we get a dog. We’re also keeping in mind that we’ll need a dog that gets on well with children, just in case we have kids one day...
Anyway, for the cat, we’ll go to a small rescue centre. We’ll probably get a moggy or a European Shorthair... I’m not really sure what the difference is, actually, just that the European Shorthair is a breed in its own right. On the other hand, even though we’re in no hurry, we’re stuck between getting a kitten or an adult cat (a young one, though) and between a male or a female. We’ll see how it goes in a few months!!!
Thanks to everyone, I didn't expect to get so many replies, lol!
Have a lovely evening!
Hello, it’s much better to adopt an adult dog! Or even a senior! Especially if you aren’t at home much (because of work, etc.). Think about an adult dog who is already house-trained and isn't destructive... And while a senior dog might not be a bouncy youngster running all over the house, they have plenty of other qualities like wisdom and experience! Just keep in mind that a six-week-old puppy needs to be let out every two hours! A dog is a living being that will be with you for years! You shouldn’t get a dog just on impulse! You need to do your research with several rescue centres and breeders if you’re looking to adopt. We don't adopt a dog just because it's cute; we adopt because we’re certain it’ll be happy with us, and no matter what happens, it shouldn't have to go back to the shelter because we regret our own decision! A dog adopted from a rescue has often had a tough past that they can forget if you give them the love they need and dream of! For your sake and the dog's, think carefully about your choice and consider your future! I hope this helps! Kind regards.
Even if spending time in a rescue centre is a bit of a traumatic experience for a dog, not every rescue dog necessarily comes from a difficult background. Thankfully, they aren't all "problem dogs"!
