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Frenchies first originated in England in the late 18th century. On the cusp of the Industrial Revolution, breeders crossbred bulldogs with smaller dogs, creating the very first variation of French bulldogs.
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The French bulldog temperament made them wonderful companions, and they became a favorite pet of many English workers, particularly lace-workers in the Nottingham area.
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As the population in England boomed, the necessity for more efficient means of production became absolutely critical. The number of people demanded greater quantities of food and supplies, paving the way for the Industrial Revolution.
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England thrived during the Revolution. Small, rural communities became urban, factory-studded landscapes, and the number of creative individuals living in England at the time led to even more revelations and inventions.
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With the success of the Revolution creating stable jobs, more income, and more resources, workers were able to maintain and care for their pets, rather than owning animals for purely agricultural reasons.