The American Bulldog is a walking paradox: strong
but friendly, serious yet amusing. This big-hearted breed enjoys playing with
you and your children while keeping one eye out for outsiders. These dogs are
hardworking, having been raised to work on farms and ranches. They are
occasionally clown-like (like their relatives, the English Bulldog). From
excursions to training exercises, you'll have a lot of fun with this lively and
intelligent breed. The American Bulldog offers the whole deal for anyone
looking for a dog with both intellect and muscle.
American Bulldog Highlights
Breed Size
Large
Nature
Friendly, Outgoing, Playful, Protecative
Energy Level
Active
Intelligence
High
Barking Level
Infrequent
Coat Length
Short
Breed Group
Working
Droll Amount
Low
Good with
Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level
Medium, High
Colour Type
White, Brindle, Fawn, Brown, Red
Other Facts
The American Bulldog has a bite force PSI of 305
Dog History
The American Bulldog is a well-balanced athletic
dog with exceptional strength, endurance, agility, and a pleasant personality.
Historically, they were bred to be farmworkers' utility dogs.
The English Bulldog is descended from the
American Bulldog. The bulldog is said to have arrived in America in the 17th
century. They arrived in the United States with immigrants who brought their
working bulldogs with them in the 1800s. This all-around working dog was
utilised by small farmers and ranchers for a variety of activities, including
farm guardians, stock dogs, and capture dogs. Because of its capacity to hunt
and trap wild pigs, the breed has mostly survived, particularly in the southern
regions.
Before the term American Bulldog became the standard, the breed was known by a variety of other names. He was known as the White English Southern Bulldog in different sections of the South, but most usually just "bulldog." The breed was given the name bulldog not because of its appearance, but because it performed actual bulldog job.
Height
22-27 inch
Weight
43-55 kg
Life Span
10-13 year
Health and Care
With a life expectancy of 10 to 16 years, the
American Bulldog is a typically healthy breed. Certain medical disorders,
including as cataracts, mange, and hypothyroidism, are predisposed in some
people. They may develop hip or elbow dysplasia if they are obese early in
life.
American Bulldog Breed Care Tips and
Important Instructions
American Bulldogs like being with their family
and can adjust to a variety of living environments if given enough exercise.
Maintain a regular diet for your dog and avoid feeding her human food. Feed her
a high-quality, age-appropriate food. Regularly exercise your dog, but don't
overdo it at first.
Feeding
You should feed your American Bulldog twice as
much as an adult while he's a puppy (until he's 4 months old). Keep in mind
that pups under the age of four months should be fed four times a day, totaling
three cups of food, and puppies between the ages of four and six months should
be fed three times a day, totaling two cups of food.
Fun Facts
The English Bulldog is smaller and slower than
the American Bulldog. The American Bulldog can leap barriers up to 7 feet high
thanks to its muscular hind legs. The American Bulldog is the most common dog
breed in Los Angeles, as well as the sixth most popular dog breed in the United
States.
Home Training Tips and General
Information
The training of American Bulldogs is relatively
difficult. They are powerful and prone to having their own way, despite being
wonderful dogs. This need the assistance of an expert dog handler in order to
stimulate the dog utilising reward-based methods.
Begin by teaching your dog simple instructions
such as "Sit," "Stay," and "Leave-It." Then
progress to instructions such as "Drop-It." When bulldogs bite down
on toys, they have a powerful grasp, thus it's critical that they learn the "Drop
It" command.
Experienced owners with patience for training and
early socialisation are required for American Bulldogs. They'll get along great
with children and other pets if they've been properly taught, but you should
still monitor them like you would with any dog.
FAQS
Is an American Bulldog
suitable for a family?
Although they have high activity demands and need
an experienced, active pet parent, American Bulldogs are clever and loving,
making them wonderful, protective family dogs. American Bulldogs may be
wonderful family companions if they are properly trained and cared for.
Is it difficult to train an
American Bulldog?
The training of American Bulldogs is relatively
difficult. They are powerful and prone to having their own way, despite being
wonderful dogs. This need the assistance of an expert dog handler in order to
stimulate the dog utilising reward-based methods.
What is the best way to care
for an American Bulldog puppy?
American Bulldogs like being with their family
and can adjust to a variety of living environments if given enough exercise.
Maintain a regular diet for your dog and avoid feeding her human food. Feed her
a high-quality, age-appropriate food. Regularly exercise your dog, but don't
overdo it at first.
Do American Bulldogs have a
lot of barking?
American Bulldogs NEED to be able to let off
steam and do fascinating activities on a regular basis. Otherwise, they'll grow
boisterous and bored, which they'll show by barking and chewing destructively.
Your house and yard will be a disaster if your American Bulldogs are bored.
Is it true that American
Bulldogs bite?
The American bulldog has been linked to major dog
bite assaults in recent years. However, fatalities involving this breed are
uncommon. Nonetheless, American Bulldogs from reputable breeders who are
obedience taught and well socialised at a young age are likely to become
wonderful companion animals.
American Bulldog Unique Name
Male Name | Female Name |
---|---|
Chase | Delia |
Chief | Grace |
Cooper | Harper |
George | Lucky |
Griffin | Macy |
Gus | Madison |
Iggy | Mattie |
Judge | Morgan |
Noah | Muffin |
Parker | Nell |
Rascal | Pepper |
Shiloh | Pippa |
Tyson | Sassy |
Walter | Shelby |
Zane | Snickers |
Arlo | Abbey |
pencer | Chivas |
Tinker-bell | Kissy |
Wiz | Kitty |
Yang | Nikita |