Bulldogs are a very laid back breed. They are very sociable and most really love children. They love the attention of anyone, but are also happy to sleep away the afternoon if you are busy. Although the bulldog is not a “guard” dog, he but will usually bark when someone comes to the door. Bulldogs need air conditioning in summer and warmth in winter so basically they are housedogs. Because of their smashed faces, they cannot take in air like other long nosed breeds, so they can overheat and die easily if they get too hot or stressed. They need plenty of fresh water at all times. They are “easy keepers” as they love to eat and can become obese easily so new owners need to watch their food intake and cut back on their food when they are getting fat. They need a small amount exercise either in the cool of the morning or evening. Watch the bulldog around water of any kind, as the bulldogs are not built to swim. They can learn to swim but it takes a while and under strict supervision. I have a water garden, and I had one grown female that loved to swim in it, but this was after we stayed with her until she learned.