5 Bulldog Behaviors That Confuse New Owners

Think your bulldog’s behavior is odd? Here are five quirky traits bulldogs have — and what they actually mean.

11/24/20251 min read

5 Bulldog Behaviors That Confuse New Owners

1. The Famous Bulldog “Stare”

They’ll stare you down like you owe them money.
Translation: They want snacks or attention. Usually both.

2. Sudden Zoomies

Your bulldog may explode into circles at 2 a.m.
Don’t panic — bulldogs get “short bursts of joy.”

3. Snoring Like a Grown Man

This is normal.
Their cute squishy faces make them noisy sleepers.

4. Sitting on Your Feet

Not dominance — comfort.
Bulldogs sit on people when they feel safe.

5. The “Fake Tired” Act

When they don’t want to walk, they dramatically flop.
It’s bulldog comedy at its finest.