The 'Bamboozle' meme is a cornerstone of 'DoggoLingo' internet culture, typically featuring dogs in states of confusion or mild betrayal. Emerging around 2016 through platforms like Reddit and Facebook dog appreciation groups, the term 'bamboozle' replaced 'trick' or 'deceive' to fit the wholesome yet silly aesthetic of the 'pupper' subculture. It often involves a dog realizing they’ve been denied a treat or tricked into a bath. Beyond animals, the term became a staple of 'bamboozle insurance' on Reddit, where users would promise certain actions in exchange for upvotes, leading to a playful meta-layer of internet skepticism and humor.