French Bulldogs: Not So French After All The Surprisingly British History of the Frenchie, the quite British French Bulldog. The quite 'British' French Bulldog is one of the most recognisable dog breeds in the world. With their bat ears, compact build, and expressive faces, they’ve become a firm favourite with city dwellers and families alike. But despite the name, French Bulldogs aren’t actually French , at least not originally. In fact, their roots are firmly British. The B