Sturdy and strong willed, your Bulldog is also naturally friendly, with a pack instinct that makes him easy to bond with. If you have space, two dogs of the opposite sex (spayed and neutered!) are ideal. Although they don’t need much exercise – two 30 minute walks are enough to stay slim and active – they love to meet with other dogs, especially other Bulldogs, because they are very playful. Despite his bulk, when excited, he is prone to sudden bursts of extraordinary speed for a dog of his build and will tear around like a mad thing. The pack instinct makes them easy to train, though they can try to dominate, especially when puppies, so a firm hand is needed to maintain the status quo. Your Bulldog will not like very hot or very cold weather. Somewhere in between is perfect, with a nice cold kitchen floor to flop on in summer. Because of his flat face, your Bulldog will tend to snort and snore, so perhaps he isn’t the ideal bedroom companion. However, give your Bulldog a lap to snooze on and a good cuddle, and he’ll be your friend for life.