American Bulldog

Breed of Dog : American Bulldog 

Early bulldogs were used in the bloody sport of bullbaiting. Some of these type of dogs transmigrated with their masters from England to America. American Bulldogs are one of the few dog breeds that can claim that they were truly improved here in America. This breed is large size and is strong and muscular with a strong jaw. There are two types of this bulldog, the Johnson Type, and the Scott Type. While the differences between these two types is mostly gone now, in the past they had some distinct differences.

Today's American Bulldog breed was set up about 25 years ago from working bulldogs in the Sand Valley area of Alabama where farmers used these dogs to assist handle disobedient livestock. The American Bulldog has also been used as a security guard and in wild boar, hunting bear, squirrel and raccoon. 

Unless very well trained it is not a recommended dog for new dog owners or for those people with small children or cats. These dogs can be very aggressive, so that is why proper training and socialization is necessary at a young age

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 accepted including rose, half pricked and pendant.

Behavior:

American Bulldog is good to leave it with children, fairly friendly with stangers and very easy to train. It love to stay with people a lot and good to let him with the other pets or dogs if feed with them from puppyhood. American Bulldog tends to be aggressive and average barker.

 

Height: 48 to 71 cm.
Weight: 29 to 60 kgs.