French bulldogs are known to be more than just cute, flat-faced lapdogs. Their muscular, compact builds and loyalty to their owners also make them devoted companions, willing to defend their human ...

There’s a booming black market for French bulldogs because of their easy-to-snatch size and the breed’s popularity among celebrities like Lady Gaga.

There has been a spate of thefts across the US in recent years targeting French bulldogs, which cost between $3,000 and $9,000 each and can be sold at a substantial profit on the black market. 8.

French bulldog puppies can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $10,000, according to Tom Sharp, president and CEO of AKC Reunite, a pet microchip and recovery service.