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American Bulldog Information
Breed
Group:
Not AKC Recognized
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| Weight:
male: 70-120, female: 60-100 lbs |
| Height:
male: 22-28, female: 20-26 inches |
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Color(s):
white, brindle, brown, red, or tan
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| Grooming
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| Good
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| Coat:
The
American Bulldog has a close fitting coat that is short and harsh. The
coat color comes in solid white, with various combinations and patterns
of brown, tan, red, and brindle. This breed is an average shedder. |
| Overview:
Nearly
extinct after WWII, the American Bulldog was saved by the efforts of
one man named John D. Johnson. Originally used for the blood sport of
bull baiting, this breed became prized by farmers for their
intelligence, working abilities, stamina, and protective nature.
American Bulldogs were also used to hunt wild boar, bear, raccoon, and
squirrel. Considered to be a rare breed, the American Bulldog is ranked
number one for their versatile capabilities. |
| Character:
The
American Bulldog is extremely athletic, powerful, and muscular. Strong
and agile, this breed is very swift and is capable of leaping heights
of six feet or more. They are brave, alert, courageous, and fearlessly
determined. |
| Temperament:
American
Bulldogs are typically friendly, happy, and devoted. They get along
very well with children but due to their size are best suited for homes
with older considerate children. They will generally do well with other
dogs they have been raised with but do not do well with other small
household pets or cats. The American Bulldog is a faithful and loyal
companion that has strong guarding instincts. They are reserved and
wary of strangers and aggressive toward dogs they do not know. This
breed is not recommended for the novice dog owner. |
| Care:
The
short coat is easy to groom. Regular brushing with a firm bristle brush
will help minimize loose hair. Bathing should only be done when
necessary using a mild shampoo. A relatively healthy breed, the
American Bulldog may be prone to hip dysplasia. |
| Training:
Early
intense socialization and obedience training are an absolute must for
this breed. They will not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods.
Training must be done with firmness, fairness, patience, and
consistency. The American Bulldogs talents include tracking, hunting,
schutzhund, weight pulling, and guarding. |
| Activity:
The
American Bulldog does best when they are given a job to do. They enjoy
frequent securely leashed walks, family play sessions, and romping in
the yard. This breed does best on a farm with room to roam or in a home
with a large fenced yard. They will do okay in an apartment dwelling
provided they are given sufficient exercise, attention, and stimulation. |
Source: http://www.nextdaypets.com
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