A French bulldog, affectionately known as a Frenchie, is a loyal, playful companion with a lovable personality & snorting charm. As a Frenchie pawrent, having premium pet insurance is imperative to protect them against common health conditions, unforeseen illnesses & costly vet bills.
MediPet’s comprehensive cover includes protection for hereditary conditions, giving you peace of mind for conditions such as brachycephalic obstruction airway syndrome (BAOS), helping ensure your Frenchie receives the best medical care they need when it matters most.
Personality & Characteristics of French Bulldogs
French bulldogs, with their bat-like ears & squishy faces, are full of charm & personality. Known for their affectionate nature & easygoing attitude, these little companions bring warmth & smiles to every home they enter.
Whether they’re snoring beside you or showing off their silly side, Frenchies embody love & loyalty. Their playful spirit & big hearts make them one of the most endearing & cherished dog breeds around.
Average Sizes & Weight
Of The Breed
28 – 33cm
13 kg
Breed Personality
French bulldogs are affectionate, easygoing, & love being around people. Their playful yet gentle nature makes them great with children & other pets—perfect for close-knit families. They are deeply devoted to their loved ones, making them some of the best companions you could ask for.
Breed Features
With a compact, muscular build & a short coat in shades like fawn, brindle, or pied, the French bulldog is instantly recognisable. Their bat-like ears, flat face, & sturdy frame give them a unique charm, while their low-maintenance grooming makes them easy companions in any home.
What To Look Out For
Common health issues include Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome (BAOS), skin allergies, eye conditions, hip dysplasia, & spinal issues. Regular vet check-ups, a balanced diet & keeping your Frenchie cool are key, as their short snouts make them especially prone to overheating.
Breed Personality
French bulldogs are affectionate, easygoing, & love being around people. Their playful yet gentle nature makes them great with children & other pets—perfect for close-knit families. They are deeply devoted to their loved ones, making them some of the best companions you could ask for.
Breed Features
With a compact, muscular build & a short coat in shades like fawn, brindle, or pied, the French bulldog is instantly recognisable. Their bat-like ears, flat face, & sturdy frame give them a unique charm, while their low-maintenance grooming makes them easy companions in any home.
What To Look Out For
Common health issues include Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome (BAOS), skin allergies, eye conditions, hip dysplasia, & spinal issues. Regular vet check-ups, a balanced diet & keeping your Frenchie cool are key, as their short snouts make them especially prone to overheating.
Reasons Why MediPet Is Perfect For French Bulldogs
MediPet offers South Africa’s most comprehensive French bulldog insurance for accidents or breed-specific issues like Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome (BAOS), spinal conditions, skin allergies, & eye conditions—often excluded by other pet insurance cover. With annual limits of R62 000 or R75 000, your French bulldog is covered for both common & unexpected health conditions.
Our Essential & Ultimate360 plans also include holistic wellness benefits like rehab, acupuncture, physical therapy & more.
For behavioural concerns like separation anxiety, our comprehensive pet insurance plans include a R4 000 lifetime cover for behavioural training.
Ultimate360 also offers unique dental care cover, with one procedure per year. Plus, our plans have no sub-limits or triage restrictions, ensuring genuine & comprehensive cover for your Frenchie.
Accident & Illness Cover
French Bulldogs are prone to health conditions such as Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome (BAOS), spinal issues, & skin allergies. Accidents can occur unexpectedly, including snake bites or ingestion of poisons. Our Essential & Ultimate360 comprehensive plans offer annual maxes of R62 000 & R75 000, with no sub-limits.
Holistic Wellness
French Bulldogs are prone to joint problems & spinal conditions. Our comprehensive Essential & Ultimate360 plans include a R5 000 annual Holistic Wellness benefit—covering holistic therapies such as physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, & rehab to support mobility & recovery.
Dental Care
Frenchies often have crowded teeth, making dental care essential to prevent plaque & gum disease. Our Ultimate360 plan includes annual dental cover to help keep your Frenchie’s teeth healthy.
We Cover Pre-Existing Conditions For French Bulldogs
Our unique LitePlus plan offers accident & illness cover for all ages (including pre-existing conditions) after a short 30-day waiting period.
Every French Bulldog Deserves MediPet Pet Insurance
Our beloved French bulldogs need authentic & comprehensive pet insurance to safeguard them from the high cost of unexpected accidents & health issues.
MediPet offers South Africa’s most comprehensive cover, including pet insurance for hereditary health conditions & no year-long waiting periods, sub-limits, or triage restrictions—ensuring our beloved Frenchies receive the care & cover they deserve.
Essential Plan
Essential Plan For French Bulldogs
The Essential Plan is ideal for French bulldogs, offering cover for their unique health needs. This popular cover includes vet consultations, medications, surgery, & diagnostics—without sub-limits or triage restrictions. Plus, it covers behavioural treatment & holistic wellness.
As French bulldogs age, joint issues can arise. Both comprehensive plans provide a R2 000 annual supplement benefit to support joint health. They also include R4 000 lifetime cover for behavioural training to address challenges like separation anxiety.
All pets joining the Essential plan have no breed-specific pricing. This plan ensures your pet is covered for accidents, day-to-day treatment & hospitalisation – offering genuine peace of mind for unexpected health conditions.
Starting from R479 per month
You get R62 000 in benefits per year, without sub-limits.
Ultimate360 Plan
Ultimate360 Plan for French Bulldogs
The Ultimate360 plan is MediPet’s most comprehensive cover for French bulldogs, providing unmatched protection for this lovable breed. With up to R75 000 in annual benefits, it covers vet consultations, surgery, diagnostics, & holistic wellness treatments—ensuring your French bulldog receives the best care.
Additionally, it includes exclusive benefits like dental care & prescription food, addressing the breed’s specific needs.
French bulldogs can join the Ultimate360 plan, offering them the most extensive cover available & peace of mind for both their everyday health needs & unexpected conditions.
Starting from R699 per month
You get R75 000 in benefits per year, without sub-limits.
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Frequently Asked Questions About French Bulldogs
How Much Is Pet Insurance For French Bulldogs?
Unlike others, MediPet does not charge different rates per breed. We offer 5 pet insurance plans, including comprehensive options ideal for French bulldogs:
- The Essential plan provides R62 000 annually, starting at R479 per month
- The Ultimate360 plan offers up to R75 000 annually, starting at R699 per month, with exclusive benefits like dental care & prescription food
- The Lite plan is MediPet’s limited, most affordable plan with R40 000 in annual cover for all ages, starting at R309 per month
- The LitePlus plan offers R40 000 in annual cover for all ages & pets with pre-existing health conditions, starting from R1 349 per month
- The Accident plan provides R25 000 annually for accident cover, for R199 per month
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What Common Health Conditions Do French Bulldogs Usually Face?
French bulldogs are prone to several health conditions, including Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome (BAOS), hip dysplasia, spinal disorders like IVDD, skin allergies, & dental complications. Their compact build & flat faces make them especially vulnerable to heat stress & respiratory challenges. Regular check-ups at the vet & proactive care are essential to keeping them healthy.
Protect your French bulldog with MediPet’s comprehensive plans. Join MediPet today for trusted cover & complete peace of mind.
Does MediPet Cover Routine Care For My French Bulldogs?
Yes, routine care can be added to your French bulldog’s general cover with MediPet. Routine Supreme costs R195 per month, offering cover of R3 300 per year with a savings of R960 per year. Routine In-Between costs R130 per month, for annual cover of R2 200 per year, with a built-in savings of R640 per year. Lastly, Routine Lean costs only R65 per month, for R1 100 cover per year & R320 savings per year.
This benefit covers preventive care for your French bulldog, such as vaccinations, tick/flea & deworming treatments, microchipping, sterilisation, grooming, nail-clipping, training, & puppy socialisation classes.
Are Rescue, Re-homed, Or Adopted French Bulldogs Welcome?
Absolutely! At MediPet, we proudly support many shelters & pet rescue organisations in South Africa. Something to note for rescued pets on joining Essential or Ultimate360 plans. If your Frenchie was rescued or adopted in the last 6 months, & is over 18 months old, & you have no vet history, you will have a temporary limit of R3 000 for the first 6 months after joining. (This won’t apply to accident claims).
Can I Still Join MediPet If My French Bulldog’s Vaccinations Are Not Up To Date?
Yes, you can still apply, but if your French bulldog’s vaccinations are not kept up-to-date according to your vet’s vaccination protocol, any vaccinable diseases & related complications will be excluded from cover. Keeping your French bulldog’s vaccinations current is key for their health.
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