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A brown and white calf walks behind a brindle French Bulldog on a gravel path between sheds and gardens. 6 / 25

The French Bulldog Led the Way and the Calf Followed Right Behind

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Gravel crunches along a narrow lane lined with watering cans, clay pots and old boots. A brindle French Bulldog leads the way with his stocky back to us and his bat ears pricked. A few steps behind him, Clover the calf trots carefully, her pink nose forward and her white face alert. Gloves rest on a basket at the side of the path, and a sagging fence and a leafy hedge close in the lane on both sides.

French Bulldogs are compact, affectionate dogs with a playful streak and a reputation as great companions. Their flat faces make them prone to overheating and noisy breathing, so short, relaxed strolls are better than long, hot hikes. A leash or a securely fenced yard is also a good idea, since they can be stubborn about where they want to go. Calves, like many young animals, tend to follow someone they trust, and it is common to see them stick close to a friendly companion. A gentle walk like this is good for both of them, and a little exercise is good for anyone who spends the day lounging.

Neither of them seems to have a particular destination. The Frenchie leads, Clover follows, and every few steps one of them probably glances back to check on the other. It is an easy, wandering kind of afternoon, and the lane belongs to them.

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