Wednesday, July 29, 2009

American Bulldog: The Minimally Tampered Breed Of The Bulldogs

By Troy Richardson

The American Bulldog is a famous pet among the experts of breeders and canine fanciers not only in the United States but around the world as well. This breed is a descendant of the bull baiting breeds and is the closest living relative of the now extinct Old English Bulldog. Unlike its extensively altered relative breeds in Europe, the American Bulldog remained as close to its original appearance.

There are two types of American Bulldog and these are the Johnson type and the Scott type. These names were derived from breeders who were essential for developing them and they are John D. Johnson and Allen Scott. These types are also commonly called the Classic or Bully type and the Standard or Performance type.

Commonly, the American Bulldog is confused for a white Boxer because indeed, these two hold similarities with each other. The American Bulldog is described as a stocky, powerful and well-built dog with powerful jaws. Its weight generally ranges from 60 to 125 pounds while its height is between 20 to 28 inches.

The coat of this breed is generally smooth and short and sheds lightly or moderately. The coat colors often appear solid white, solid white with black markings, red, brown, brindle and fawn. Standard eye color is brown, and the mouth drools and this most especially with dogs that have looser lips.

The Johnson type, compared to the Scott type has bigger and heavier body and shorter muzzle. The Scott type is simply described as a leggier and bigger Pit Bull. In general, the American Bulldog breed is more agile, has longer legs, and is faster than its English relatives.

The American Bulldog possesses a cheerful and sociable behavior, is comfortable being with the family and does not mind befriending other humans so long as they don't pose a threat. This dog has a strong bond with its master and is sociable to other animals given that he is trained in obedience and socialization at an early age. This dog also needs a constant share of attention because if not, it may develop destructive behaviors.

The American Bulldog is a very energetic working breed that's why it does him best if he is given constant activities. A wide, unfenced yard proves to be sufficient for this breed's activity needs. Daily exercise like walking or running should also be implemented as this will keep him healthy.

The ancestors of the American Bulldog are the bull baiting breeds from England. As bull baiting died out, breeders developed gentler, tamer, and friendlier versions of the fighter dogs. These breeds were then brought to the United States where they were further developed and one of the results is the current American Bulldog.

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