Dogs have a way of keeping their humans on their toes. Some pick up new barks overnight, others insist on sleeping upside down, and a few become completely fixated on a single toy.
But not many manage to surprise their families by growing far beyond what anyone imagined.
That’s exactly what happened with one Arizona pup who outgrew every expectation, and his owners’ living room, prompting them to order a DNA test to figure out the truth behind his unusual size.
A Pup Who Refused To Stay Small
When an Arizona couple brought home a French Bulldog puppy, they expected a sturdy little companion who would top out at around 16 to 28 pounds, like most Frenchies do.
But their new addition, named Apollo, had something entirely different in mind.
Month after month, Apollo continued to grow, and not just a little. By the time he reached seven months old, he weighed an astonishing 75 pounds.
His owners could hardly believe it.
Wondering if anyone else would believe them, they shared Apollo’s story on TikTok, showing off their “tiny” Frenchie who clearly wasn’t so tiny anymore. Viewers were amazed.
What The DNA Test Revealed
Although Apollo’s family loved his one-of-a-kind look, they couldn’t help but wonder how a supposed French Bulldog had turned into such a massive dog.
So, they decided to get some scientific answers.
The DNA results finally cleared up the mystery. Apollo turned out to be 53% French Bulldog and 37% English Bulldog.
The test also detected small traces of other breeds: 4% American Pit Terrier, 2% Boston Terrier, and 4% American Staffordshire Terrier. Suddenly, everything made sense: Apollo’s impressive size came from his strong Bulldog heritage.
Once the results were shared online, comments poured in from people who couldn’t get over Apollo’s size.
“That is a huge French Bulldog! I’ve never seen one quite that large,” one person commented.
Another simply added:
“The cutest thing ever!”
Some even pointed out the benefits of his mix:
“I think this mix was a good one. His airways look good and he still has the aesthetic of a French bulldog… He is also a 100% good boy but those tests always leave that off.”
More To Love
Even though Apollo turned out much bigger than expected, his family wouldn’t trade him for the world. His size might have been a surprise, but it just means there’s even more of him to love.
In the end, the DNA test explained Apollo’s background, but it didn’t change what mattered most: he’s part of the family, and they adore him exactly as he is.
Because sometimes, the best surprises really do come in extra-large, lovable packages.