Pink French Bulldog: Breeding, Price & Health

Have you ever wondered what a pink French bulldog really is? It sounds like a mythical pup with rosy fur, but I’ll tell you the straight answer: “pink” Frenchies aren’t a separate breed at all, just a very rare color variation.

If you’re interested in buying a pink French bulldog puppy, there are so many things you need to know about. Read on and discover why you need to be very careful when buying these dogs.

What is a Pink French Bulldog?

A pink French bulldog is a dog whose coat and skin lack normal pigment. Genetically, many of these dogs carry two copies of an unusual albinism mutation (known as LAA – Lhasa Apso Albinism). 

They have essentially no melanin, so their fur comes out a very pale cream or white, and their noses, lips and paw pads are a soft pink. This is why people call them “pink” – their skin shows through the white fur.  Another name for pink Frenchies is new Isabella Frenchies. Therefore, they are also considered for a new variation of Isabella French bulldogs.

Other folks sometimes use “pink” loosely to describe extremely dilute colors like a lilac/cream (Isabella) Frenchie, since those also often have a rosy tint to the skin. But true pink Frenchies are essentially albino-white due to that recessive gene, and they’re extremely rare.

Pink Frenchies have pink nose, pink ear shells and paws. They have extremely sensitive skin, so you shouldn’t take it outside in hot weather. Note that sun rays can burn their skin, so it’s important to apply a dog-safe sunscreen when you go outside. Just like albino people, these dogs react very sensitively to heat and UV rays.

Pink Fluffy French Bulldogs

People often think that pink fluffy Frenchie needs to be a long-coated pink bulldog. However, their fur actually look fluffy because it’s silky, rare, and looks like feathers. These dogs actually don’t have too much coat on their body. 

French bulldogs with fluffy and long coats carry another rare recessive gene that gives them a soft, teddy-bear coat. If you breed two fluffy carriers (and both also carry the pink gene!), there’s a tiny chance one pup will be both fluffy and pink – a true unicorn of a puppy. I’ve seen a couple of ads for pink fluffy Frenchie pups, but they are almost one-of-a-kind. In theory, breeders would need to mate two longhair carriers (to get fluff) who also both carry LAA (for pink). 

Even then, only a fraction of that litter would be pink fluffy. For most of us, a fluffy Frenchie with a pale cream coat might look pinkish in photos, but it’s the genetics (and camera) doing most of the work. Practically speaking, pink fluffy Frenchies exist only in very small numbers – if at all – so don’t count on finding a whole litter of them!

Isabella (Lilac) French Bulldogs: Pinkish-Toned Rarities

You’ll often hear Isabella French Bulldog mentioned in this context, so let me explain that too. An Isabella (sometimes called a lilac) French Bulldog carries dilute chocolate genes, resulting in a pale grayish-tan coat. These dogs often have pinkish skin tone and blue eyes, which can make them look like they have a blush-colored cast. 

This is why some people search for “Isabella pink French bulldog” – thinking an Isabella is the same as a pink Frenchie. They’re related but different: Isabella dogs still have pigment (they’re a dilute color), whereas true pink Frenchies have almost no pigment. 

Isabella Frenchies are themselves extremely rare and expensive: top breeders report prices in the $15,000–$40,000 range for show-quality Isabella puppies. In other words, whether you call it “pink” or “Isabella,” you’re dealing with one of the most unusual Frenchie colors on earth.

How Breeders Create Pink Frenchie Puppies

Breeding a pink Frenchie is like winning the genetic lottery. Because the “pink” (LAA) gene is autosomal recessive, both parents must carry it for any puppy to be pink. If two carriers are bred, on average 25% of the litter will be homozygous (pink). 

In my kennel we always test potential parents with DNA kits to see if they carry LAA. Only a careful pairing of two carriers can produce a puppy with that all-white/“pink” look. 

Some breeders even talk about introducing the pink gene from another breed. Many of them breed them with Pekingese or Lhasa Apsos, while others say it’s just a hidden recessive in Frenchies. 

Similarly, breeding for pastel dilutes (like Isabella/lilac) requires parents carrying the right genes on the D locus. In any case, it’s a complex process. Producing albino or “pink” Frenchies might involve selecting dogs with recessive dilution genes or even outcrosses – and avoiding close inbreeding – to manage health risks. Making a pink Frenchie takes careful genetic planning, and even then, only a few puppies per litter will turn out pink. The rest will look like normal Frenchies of whatever color genes the parents had.  

Why Pink Frenchies Are Rare – and What They Cost

None of these crazy-colored Frenchies (pink, fluffy, Isabella, etc.) are common. In fact, pink French bulldogs are among the rarest of the rare. Every few months you might spot a breeder advertising a “pink carrier” pairing or a tiny pink pup, but they almost always have long waitlists. The scarcity is reflected in the price: any French Bulldog fancier will tell you that rare hues fetch serious money. For context, a reputable breeder notes that base-quality Frenchie puppies start around $3,000 and go way up depending on color and coat. The same breeder says parent dogs themselves can cost $3,000–$40,000 apiece. As a rule of thumb, the rarer the color, the higher the price. For example, even a blue or Isabella Frenchie can cost tens of thousands. 

Where to Find Pink French Bulldog Puppies For Sale

Because these pups are so prized, the phrase “pink French bulldog puppy” is a hot search on forums and social media. Unfortunately, most breeders don’t just pop litters of pink puppies. They might advertise a rare pairing and then raffle off the single pink pup that emerges. 

If you search “French bulldog puppy pink” or “pink Frenchie puppy,” you’ll mostly find posts of sold-out litters or people asking when the next pink pup will arrive. The reality is that if a puppy looks really rosy-cream with pink skin, it either has that double-recessive albinism or is a dilute Isabella – and either way it’s extremely hard to come by. 

Puppy mills or shady breeders may claim to have “pink” litters to grab attention, but no reputable kennel churns them out. In short, grabbing a pink Frenchie puppy requires patience, vetting breeders, and a very fat wallet. The best place you can find a pink French bulldog puppy for sale is Pets For Home. You can find almost every dog breed on their website, which promotes reliable dog breeders.

Health Concerns for Pink (and All) French Bulldogs

Before you fall in love with the idea of a pink Frenchie, you should know about the health side. 

French Bulldogs in general have a lot of breed-specific issues, and the rare colors can add their own problems. Here is the list of possible health issues that can occur in Pink French bulldogs:

BOAS in French bulldogs

First, all Frenchies are brachycephalic – short-faced – which means they almost always have breathing difficulties (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome, BOAS). Their squished snout shortens the soft palate and narrows the nostrils, choking airflow. That’s why Frenchies often snort, snore, overheat easily, and can collapse in heat or exercise unless you’re very careful.

Severe skin problems and eye issues

Beyond breathing, Frenchies commonly suffer from skin issues. Their adorable wrinkled skin folds can easily become infected or allergic, leading to dermatitis (hot spots, rashes). Ear and eye infections are also frequent because of their anatomy (floppy ears, bulging eyes). 

One of the most important things to keep in mind when owning these pooches is to protect their skin. So, when you take your pooch outside, both in cold and hot weather, make sure you protect them with cozy clothes. I recommend that you to dress your Frenchie in a cooling vest when walking outside in hot weather. In that way, you’ll not only prevent your dog from overheating but will also keep their skin free of sunburns. Pink French bulldogs easily get sunburns, so you need to protect their skin with adequate clothing.

Very importantly, some of these health issues intensify in dilute or albino dogs: The same genes that give extreme dilutions (like pink or blue coats) can affect other tissues. For instance, Frenchies with no pigment (pink gene) often have blue eyes, and those dogs can have vision and hearing problems. 

How To Take Care Of a Pink French Bulldog?

Pink Frenchies require special care, and these are the things to keep in mind:

Choose a high-quality diet

Don’t be surprised if your pink pooch shows a food allergy or intolerance. These dogs have sensitive digestive systems and require high-quality diets. One of the best options is to feed them a raw diet for Frenchies. It includes feeding your dog with raw meat, fresh veggies, and fruits. Since you’ll be the only one to tailor your dog’s diet, you’ll have all the freedom to feed it with ingredients that will suit its belly.

Use only good cosmetics

As we already mentioned, their skin requires special care. Therefore, do not buy cheap dog shampoo and paw and nose balms that may cause allergic reactions. My recommendation is to check our blog post about choosing the best shampoo for French bulldogs if you have a dilemma about which one to choose.

Invest in good protective gear

If you’re the owner of a pink French bulldog, then I highly recommend that you buy the following gear:

• protective dog boots for French bulldogs
• A warm jacket or a sweater for cold weather
• a dog cooling vest for the summer season
• high-quality harness that won’t irritate their skin
• a dog bed that will be made of skin-friendly fabric

Is buying a Pink French Bulldog a Good Decision?

Pink French Bulldogs aren’t a new breed – just a rare color caused by recessive genes. Breeding them requires two special carriers, and only a small fraction of pups will be pink. These puppies usually cost a fortune (often well into the five figures) due to their rarity. If you’re considering one, be ready to wait, spend, and commit to careful care. Despite the hype, the bottom line is that pink Frenchies are simply very rare, very expensive French Bulldogs – and they need the same loving care as any pup.