Okay, so I’ve been thinking about getting a French Bulldog for, like, forever. And I finally decided to do it. But, oh boy, finding a good breeder, especially in Illinois, was way harder than I thought it would be.
First, I started with a simple Google search, you know, just typing in “french bulldog breeders illinois”. The results were overwhelming, a bunch of websites, and I was so lost!
Digging Through the Weeds
I spent hours, seriously, hours, going through websites. Some looked super fancy, but something felt off. Others were just plain sketchy – bad pictures, no real info, you get the idea.
- I made a list. Yep, a good old-fashioned list of potential breeders.
- I started reading every review.
- Then check anything I could find. Google reviews, Facebook, and forums.
I quickly learned that a flashy website doesn’t mean anything. It’s all about the breeder’s reputation and how they treat their dogs.
Making Contact
Next, I started contacting the breeders on my list. This was a whole other adventure. Some never got back to me. Radio silence.
The ones that did, I grilled them! I asked about everything:
- Their dogs living?
- Their health testing?
- Their policies?
I was very careful of them.
Honestly, some breeders seemed annoyed by my questions. Big red flag! If they’re not willing to talk to me, how can I trust them with a puppy?
The Final Decision
After all that, I finally narrowed it down to a couple of breeders who seemed legit. I visited one, and it was amazing! The dogs were happy, healthy, and the breeder was super knowledgeable and passionate. I instantly love it.
So, that’s how I found my French Bulldog breeder in Illinois. It was a long process, frustrating at times, but totally worth it. I got my perfect little Frenchie, and I couldn’t be happier!
