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By Alyce Collins
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A dog owner's attempt to cross the street with two mischievous French bulldogs has left internet viewers in hysterics.
New York resident Thomas Agoglia captured the hilarious moment a woman tried to walk down the street with two pups who had other things in mind. He shared the footage on TikTok (@tommyjaggo), showing the French bulldogs taking it in turns to sporadically drop to the floor and just lie on their back, despite crossing a busy street.
Agoglia, 27, who resides on the Upper East Side, told Newsweek that he thought it "was adorable" to see how they just fell on the ground, without a care for the oncoming traffic. He also praised their owner for being so patient and encouraging them to stand back up.
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In the days since the video was shared online, it has gone viral with more than 204,000 views and over 16,000 likes on TikTok. Social-media users certainly can't get enough of the two Frenchies wearing matching yellow dog coats, who evidently needed to rest while crossing the street.
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"The woman was crossing the street in Yorkville, and the two pups decided to just take turns plopping and rolling over in the middle of the crosswalk," Agoglia said. "It was so cute, especially because the owner was walking them really patiently and gesturing for them to get back up."
The caption alongside the TikTok post reads: "Congestion pricing in NYC is out of control."
While it's unclear why the French bulldogs kept dropping to the ground, Agoglia said that many social-media users told him that "it's a thing that Frenchies do." He isn't certain of that, however, and just simply laughed at what unfolded before him.
Due to their size and being a flat-faced breed, French bulldogs don't need to be overexerted at any point. The American Kennel Club (AKC) says that a short walk or outdoor play session should provide sufficient daily exercise. Indeed, they are also prone to breathing difficulties, so they should not overdo it in hot or humid conditions.
The breed certainly has very large personalities, and it can take plenty of patience and training to overcome that, and transform them into "civilized companions," as the AKC suggests. Any bad habits or behavioral problems can be countered through puppy training sessions and socialization, which can promote good behavior.
The TikTok Response
After the clip of the two dogs was shared online, their antics have left social-media users in stitches. With over 220 comments on the viral video, plenty of owners found it relatable and said that it is a common occurrence with Frenchies.
One comment reads: "As a Frenchie mom, I feel this so deeply."
Another person wrote: "I'm a Frenchie owner, this is so true. Love their quirky ways."
"In the middle of the street … my anxiety … they are so chaotic," posted another social-media user.
One comment read: "My Frenchie does this, it's like you don't know to be mad, laugh, or embarrassed."
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