Meet the American Bulldog

The American Bulldog has been almost extinct afterinstincts, always wary of strangers and aggresive
the World War II but thanks to the efforts of Johnwith dogs that they do not know. Keep in mind that
D.Johnson the breed has been saved and stillthis is not a dog for the novice.
flourishes today. The American Bulldog is a dog usedThe American Bulldog has an easy to groom coat
for protecting property and they are larger in sizethat will only need regular burshing to minimize loose
than their closest relative, the old english bulldog. Thishair, done with a firm bristle brush. Also, it is
dog is separated in two types, named after therecommended that bathing should not be done unless
breeders that had the most influence in theirit is required and then, use a mild shampoo.
development. They are the Johnson and Scott typesThis is one of those dogs that enjoy the free space
or more commonly known as Classic, Standard anda farm can provide, but they will be ok in a large
Bully, Performance type.fenced area or in an apartment, provided that they
Typically a friendly breed, the American Bulldogs arewill get the necessary attention and exercise. If you
happy and devoted. Even if they get along well withare thinking about owning one what you will get is an
children, it's better if they are only left alone withextremly athletic, powerful and muscular dog from a
older children because of their size. If they are raisedvery swift breed. They are a prized breed for their
with other dogs around they are commonly doingintelligence, working abilities, stamina and protective
good but they might not do well with smaller pets,nature.
like cats. This is a breed with strong guarding