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The American Bulldog
The American Bulldog is the larger version of the English bulldog. This strong and fierce pet is a truly lovely companion once you get to know them better.
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Fascinating Facts
The American Bulldog was primarily used as working dogs by the American farmers. This breed has very strong and tough body and was determined to fit perfectly on farm work. The farmers delegated so many tasks on the dog including guarding their properties, assisting on boar and bear hunting and even used it as bait on Bull Fighting. The main distinction of the American Bulldog is that it has long legs than the original Bulldog.
After the Second World War, John D. Johnson found out that the American Bulldog was on the brink of extinction. He made efforts to save this breed by searching the rural areas of the United States for the remaining American Bulldogs.
Physical Appearance
The American Bulldog grows and weighs about 22 – 28 inches and 70 – 120 pounds respectively. This breed is a bulky and dense dog. This breed is easy to recognize; it has large head with small and tough jaws. The small eyes have black eye rims for white dogs and pink eye rims considered as a disqualifying feature by the AKC. The neck is muscular and slightly arched with matching little dewlap. The chest is deep and powerful.
The tail of the American Bulldog is thick at the base and narrows down all the way to a point. The hind legs are composed of powerful muscles that enable it to run fast. The coat of the American Bulldog is smooth and short. The coat color includes brindle, black, white, brown, red, tan and fawn.
Grooming
Grooming the American Bulldog is easy because you don’t have to trim, clip or style it spectacularly. Regular brushing would keep the coat on its prime condition. Bathe only if necessary.
Mood
The American Bulldog is known for its being ferocious and sturdy. This dog is loyal, affectionate and courageous. This breed is very protective on its masters and on what it considers its territory. At first, the American Bulldog can be a little reserved towards strangers but it can be trained not to be so.
The owner/trainer/handler should have a gentle and calm but firm disposition towards the American Bulldog. This breed can have behavior issues if you over pamper it. It can become uncontrollable, bark obsessively, guard furniture and even attack strangers.
With Children
The American Bulldog is proven to be friendly and gentle with children. This breed is very affectionate and protective around them too. Small children should not be left unsupervised around the American Bulldog because they might get hurt with its strong and rough affection.
Training & Exercise
In order to properly spend the overwhelming stamina of the American Bulldog, daily exercise is truly important. Daily brisk or long walking or jogging would surely make it satisfied all throughout the day.
Training could become a little challenge for trainers/handlers/owners because this breed needs a lot of encouragement before you can make it do things or tricks for you. You should bear in mind that only calm and gentle words could make it obey you. Tough and harsh training techniques would only make it more stubborn and mindful. This breed responds well to food reward training methods and challenges.
Health & Life Expectancy
The American Bulldog can live a healthy life up to 16 years. This breed is generally healthy. The only thing that the owner/trainer/handler should be concerned of is hip dysplasia.
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