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 Dogs - American Bulldog Breed
- 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.
- Temperament
The American Bulldog should not be ex cessively
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.
- Height
Dogs 22-28 inches (55-70 cm.) Females 20-26 inches (52-65 cm.)
- Weight
Dogs 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg.) Females 60-100 pounds (27-45kg.)
- Health Problems
Prone to hip dysplasia.
- 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.
- Exercise
Moderate exercise is needed.
- Life Expectancy
Up to 16 years.
- 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.
- 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 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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