Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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• General Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for educational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, endorsements, or guarantees. FBDFA is not affiliated with any parent clubs and relies solely on publicly available data.
• Data Accuracy Disclaimer: All audit information is based on public sources as of the last update [insert date]. FBDFA makes no representations about the completeness or current accuracy of third-party data. Users should verify details independently.
• Privacy and Removal Disclaimer: Participation in audits is based on public or voluntary data. For removal, follow our policy; however, we cannot control original sources."
• For updates or inquiries, contact FBDFA at fbdfoundationamerica@gmail.com. 

 No, the FBDFA operates as an independent entity focused on breed advocacy and health improvement. We are not affiliated with parent clubs, nor do we engage in referral services, advertising, or monetized listings. Our audits are conducted voluntarily to promote transparency and accountability in the French Bulldog community.

 The FBDFA Parent Club Audit is an independent review designed to fact-check the compliance of parent clubs (such as the French Bulldog Club of America or similar organizations) with their publicly stated advertisements, guidelines, and commitments related to breed health, breeding practices, and referrals. This audit is not an advertisement, referral service, or endorsement program. We do not receive payment for listings, nor do we collect fees from breeders or owners to include dogs or individuals. All information utilized in the audit comes from public domain sources or voluntary actions and submissions by the owners themselves, such as public club directories, health test registries, or self-reported data.

• This is our independently vetted list of French Bulldog breeders who have met our strict criteria for full transparency, including verifiable public OFA  certifications for recommended health tests (hips, patellas, cardiac, eyes.). We focus on ethics and health, awarding a "Verified" seal only after confirming compliance via public databases. 
• Breeders can apply directly to us for inclusion and provide documention that may not be available to the public, such as Preliminary OFA certifications.
• There is no charge or fee for this inclusion as it is simply a listing in a public directory.

A public directory of French Bulldogs (mostly males although females will be added soon) with normal OFA/equivalent health screenings (e.g., hips/PennHip, patellas, cardiac, eyes, RFG/BOAS, elbows, trachea, spine*, thyroid, cystinuria). Sourced from public OFA data; aids pedigree research and breed health. Not an endorsement—purely educational for reducing genetic risks.

*Spine tests are included if disclosed, and "normal" results are uncommon in this breed as of 12/15/2025, there ARE indeed individual French Bulldogs with that rating listed here.

From public OFA databases and voluntary breeder submissions (e.g., certification links). Verified via OFA advanced search and CHIC status. No fees; focuses on shared data for ethical breeding research.

 Inclusion based on public OFA verifiables or voluntary shares. For education/research only—no endorsements, referrals, or guarantees. Independent resource from public/voluntary data for breed improvement. 

 Yes! Submit verifiable OFA/CHIC normals via email with public record links. Voluntary—encouraged for breed health.

 Our Verified Lists highlight breeders who've passed our full checks, emphasizing public records for consumer trust. The Parent Club Breeder Referral List Audit provides analysis on their publicly advertised list without endorsement, noting gaps like unverifiable tests. We prioritize the dog's health over club politics.

 This report is on the French Bull Dog Club of America's (FBDCA) public referrals, the AKC-recognized parent club. We add our independent verification notes (e.g., "Partial Verification" if records are incomplete or not public). All info is publicly sourced from their site at https://frenchbulldogclub.org/breeders/. This helps highlight where FBDCA-listed breeders align (or don't) with their own stated policy for referral and public health transparency standards.

• Must obtain OFA CHIC (Orthopedic Foundation For Animals - The Canine Health Information Center) certification, being screened for every disease recommended by the French Bull Dog Club of America, for dogs and bitches used as breeding stock.
• Must submit all required tests to OFA and all those tests must be verifiable in their public database.

*Quoted FBDCA Policy as of 12-16-2025

The FBDFA Parent Club Audit is an independent review designed to fact-check the compliance of parent clubs (such as the French Bulldog Club of America or similar organizations) with their publicly stated advertisements, guidelines, and commitments related to breed health, breeding practices, and referrals. This audit is not an advertisement, referral service, or endorsement program. We do not receive payment for listings, nor do we collect fees from breeders or owners to include dogs or individuals. All information utilized in the audit comes from public domain sources or voluntary actions and submissions by the owners themselves, such as public club directories, health test registries, or self-reported data. 

 We respect privacy concerns and provide a straightforward process for removal requests. If you believe your information should not be included or wish to opt out, please review our full Removal Policy for detailed instructions. In summary: 

• Step 1: Contact the parent club (e.g., FBDCA) directly to request removal from their public referral lists or directories, as our audit references these sources.
• Step 2: Submit a formal request to FBDFA via email at fbdfoundationamerica@gmail.com, including your name, the specific information to remove, and proof of your request to the parent club.
• Step 3: Our team will review and process the request within 30 days, updating the audit accordingly if it aligns with our policy on public data.

Note: Removals are handled on a case-by-case basis. Since the audit uses public or voluntarily shared data, complete removal may require addressing the original source. We have successfully assisted others with similar objections by guiding them through this process, emphasizing our independent, non-commercial nature.