The awesome american bulldog

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The American Bulldog originated from the early English Bulldogs who were brought to the US by early immigrants.

This breed was recognized by the UKC (United Kennel Club) in 1999 under the `Working` category.

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American Bulldogs are taller dogs than their English ancestors. They`re confident, versatile andathletic and can be seen in many different settings today.

Can beworking dogs and cattle drovers, excel in weight-pulling competitions,and are reliable protectors of the home.

As the breed developed, two distinct `types` appeared - each onenurtured and encouraged by the original US breeders Alan Scott and JohnJohnson.

The `Scott` type of American Bulldogs (also known as the`Standard` type) is lighter, with a narrower muzzle. The `Johnson` (alsoknown as the `Bully` or `Classic` type) are overall heavier, moremuscular and with a shorter muzzle.

American Bulldog Stats

Country of Origin: - Great Britain

Size: - Large

Height: - 20 - 28 inches

Weight: - 60 - 125lbs

Color: - Most often solid white or white withany color, pattern or combination (up to 90% color). Solid blue, blackor tricolor not permitted.

Temperament:- Intelligent, sensitive, self-confident.

Activity Level: - High

Life Span: - Average of 10 - 15 years

Grooming: - Minimal, a light-to-moderate shedder

Special Needs: - Experienced owner. Early and ongoing training and socialization. Regular exercise. Securely fenced yard.

- Eye problems, skin allergies, hip dysplasia, mast-cell tumors, this breed is also particularly susceptible to Canine Parvovirus (as are Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers and many of the `bully` breeds)

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Bulldogs were originally bred in England, for the sport of bull-baiting,and were working dogs, also used to catch livestock and guard property.

Sometimes American `bullys` are confused with the Pitbull breed, but although they ARE both `bully breeds` they are quite different.

This is a charismatic, powerful and self-confident breed - hardy andstrong. Able to drive cattle and hogs, help with the hunt or protecthouse and home.

He`s calm and affectionate with his family and people, usuallygood with children, but can wary of strangers. A protective and fearlessbreed.

Is often very loving with children but does need to be socializedto them early. Has a high prey drive and often doesn`t do well withother smaller pets unless introduced to them at a very young age. Can bedog aggressive.

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