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American
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American Bulldog
Coreah, the American Bulldog at 21 months old
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Pronunciation |
American Bulldog |
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Description |
The American Bulldog remains higher on the leg,
more agile and swifter than its English counterpart. Some individuals are
reportedly able to leap six or more feet into the air. The American Bulldog is a
very muscular, sturdy dog with a large, powerful head and jaws. He is very
strong, but agile and light on his feet. The chest is wide and the muscular neck
tapers from shoulders to head. The neck may have a slight dewlap. The head is
square and broad with muscular cheeks and a furrow between the rounded eyes. The
strong muzzle is shaped like a box. The stop is sharply defined and deep. The
teeth should meet in a tight undershot, even or scissors bite. A variety of ear
types are acceptable including rose, half-pricked and pendant. Though some
people crop the ears, uncropped ears are preferred in the American Bulldog
Breeders Association Standard. Any eye color is permitted, but black eye rims
are preferred on white dogs. The nose is black or grizzle. In black-nosed dogs,
the lips should also be black, though some pink is permitted. The lips should be
loose. The heavy-boned front legs should be strong and very straight. The
hindquarters should be very broad and muscular. The low-set tail begins thick at
the base and then tapers to a point. The short, harsh coat comes in combinations
of solid or varying degrees of white, all shades of brindle, brown, red, or tan.
The sturdy and powerful, yet compact frame, is characteristically stockier and
heavier boned in the males and more refined in the females. |
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Temperament |
American Bulldogs should not be excessively
timid, shy or aggressive towards man and preferably not overly aggressive with
other dogs. An American Bulldog should never be confused with uniquely
different breeds such as the American Staffordshire Terrier or the American Pit
Bull Terrier. The American Bulldog is a brave and determined, but not hostile
dog. Alert and self-confident, this breed genuinely loves children. It is known
for its acts of heroism towards its master. These dogs have fought wild dogs,
bulls and even fire. It is said "fighting off one of these dogs is like
fighting an animal that possesses an alligator's head and a python's body."
Yet when called off by their handler, they immediately obey. No wonder they are
said to have "true grit, true devotion and true love." Because of its
strong protective instincts, the American Bulldog should be well-socialized and
obedience trained at an early age. Some may be aggressive with other dogs and
reserved with strangers. They need to be around people to be truly happy. This
breed tends to drool and slobber. |
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Height, Weight |
Height- Dogs 22-28 inches (55-70 cm.)
Bitches 20-26 inches (52-65 cm.)
Weight- Dogs 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg.) Bitches 60-100 pounds (27-45kg.) |
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Health Problems |
Prone to hip dysplasia. |
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Living Conditions |
The American Bulldog will do okay in an apartment
if it is sufficiently exercised. They are relatively inactive indoors and will
do best with at least an average-sized yard. |
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Exercise |
The American Bulldog should be
taken on a
long daily walk. |
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Life Expectancy |
Up to 16 years |
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Litter Size |
Average of 11 puppies |
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Grooming |
The short, harsh coat is easy to groom. Comb and
brush with a firm bristle brush, and bathe only when necessary. This breed is an
average shedder. |
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Origin |
Early Bulldogs were used in the bloody sport of
bull bating. Some of these dogs emigrated with their masters from England to
America. Eventually the English Bulldog was bred down in size and his
personality was softened, but the American version remained a larger, fiercer
dog. The American version has longer legs and more speed and agility than the
English show dog. Thanks to the efforts of John D. Johnson of Summerville,
Georgia the American Bulldog exists today. After he returned from WW II he was
disappointed to find that, like the English Mastiff, they were almost completely
extinct. He then decided to gather the best he could find from all across the
rural south and bring them back from the brink of extinction. He has been
breeding these dogs longer than anyone else in the world and his father bred
them before him. He is an old man now (in his 80's) and these dogs have always
existed in his family. He is the sole reason why they exist today. If it were
not for his efforts they surely would be gone. He has been breeding them
non-stop since then. The American Bulldog has also been used as a guard and in
hunting bear, wild boar, squirrel and raccoon. They have even been trained to
drive cattle and guard stock from predators. Farmers prize these dogs for their
stamina, protectiveness, intelligence and working abilities. Some of the
American Bulldogs talents are hunting, watchdogging, tracking, weight pulling,
and guarding. |
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Mastiff |
Recognition |
ABA, ARF, UKC, NKC, NABA, ARBA, JDJB, ABCC, AABC,
NKC, CKC, APRI, ACR |
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ABA =American
Bulldog Association
ARF=Animal
Research Foundation
UKC = United Kennel
Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NABA= National
American Bulldog Association
ARBA=American
Rare Breed Association
JDJB=
John D. Johnson Bulldog registry
ABCC= American
Bulldog Club of Canada
AABC= All American Bulldog Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
"This is Benelli, our American Bulldog, shown here at 6 months, weighing 62 pounds. Benelli is excellent with our 2 young children, ages 2 and 3. She's so calm and gentle that my 3 year old can hold the leash while we go for walks. She absolutely loves our cats and she gets along very well with our other dog. This is our first American Bulldog and we couldn't ask for a better dog!!"
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Ruger, the American Bulldog at 2 years old -
Courtesy of Three Guns Kennel
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Shooter, the American Bulldog at 9 months old -
Courtesy of Three Guns Kennel
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Buckshot, the American Bulldog at
1 year old, weighing 130 pounds, sleeping with his cat friend -
Courtesy of Three Guns Kennel
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Shake and Milly
Photo Courtesy of D'la Perla Kennel - Miami, FL
American Bulldog
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