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A white Bulldog with wrinkled jowls sits squeezed inside an open cardboard box on a kitchen floor, looking up sadly. 33 / 38

A White Bulldog Climbed Into a Box and Found It a Very Tight Fit

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A white Bulldog with soft, heavy jowls sits snugly wedged into a cardboard box, and the sides bow outward around his wide shoulders. Hugo's brow wrinkles and his eyes seem to say that the box looked bigger from the outside. Flaps of cardboard stand around his head, and a messy kitchen counter, a dish towel and a bag on a hook fill the background in warm light. He seems quite stuck, but he is staying calm and dignified, as Bulldogs do.

English Bulldogs are known for their gentle, calm and loyal nature, with a lovable wrinkled face and a low, wide stance. They are usually friendly with families and happy to relax on the couch. Their flat faces make breathing harder, especially in heat or after strenuous exercise, so keep activity gentle and the home cool, and talk to your vet about any trouble. Skin folds on the face should be wiped clean and dry to avoid irritation. Dogs of all breeds sometimes squeeze into boxes because small spaces feel cozy and safe. A box can be fun, but if your dog is stuck, stay calm and help by gently loosening the cardboard rather than pulling. A bed with raised sides can give a snug spot with no squeeze.

Hugo will be helped out with a treat, and he will probably try again tomorrow. Some dogs just love a tight fit.

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