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A fawn French Bulldog lies in light snow with its wrinkled face pressed against a white lamb beside a wooden fence. 4 / 37

Snow on the Ground, Frost on the Fence, and a Frenchie Who Found a Friend

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Frost on the fence boards, snow on the ground, and a cheek-to-cheek cuddle that melts the whole scene. A fawn French Bulldog with big bat ears and a deeply wrinkled face is lying in a dusting of snow, leaning his head right against a fluffy white lamb. The lamb looks perfectly content, its pink-lined ears perked and its woolly side pressed against the little dog's shoulder. Behind them, an old wooden fence and a weathered shed glow in pale winter light, and dry twigs poke up through the snow.

As sweet as this looks, French Bulldogs are not built for cold weather. Their short coats offer little insulation, and their flat faces can make breathing harder in extreme temperatures, hot or cold. In winter, keep outdoor time short, consider a snug dog sweater or coat, and wipe their paws after walks to remove ice, salt, and grit. Frenchies are affectionate, clownish companions that generally prefer a warm couch to a snowbank, so watch for shivering or lifting paws as signs it is time to head inside. Talk to your vet if you have questions about your dog's comfort in cold weather.

For now, though, these two seem to have figured out the oldest winter trick there is: stay close and share the warmth. One wrinkly face and one woolly coat turn out to be a pretty good team against the chill.

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