American Bulldog
Puppy
Fully Grown
American Bulldogs are friendly, affectionate and loving dogs that look tough but have a very sensitive gentle soul. With their very strong build they are often misunderstood, as their looks don’t reflect their gentle temperament.
Being too hard or too strict on this breed can hamper their willingness to learn and please immensely. American Bulldogs might seem brave, and they can be when it is absolutely necessary. But in reality their personality is soft and they don’t do well with being reprimanded. They thrive best on praise and treats with rules and structure to follow.
Bred as a working dog, this breed has high energy levels, needs to be active and have a job to do. They do well at many dog sports including Obedience and Schutzhund, or with almost any work you can give them. Being a bulldog, they can be headstrong by nature and require consistent training and rules.
The bulldog looks and strong build are not for everybody but once you got to experience their soft temperament and kindness you will be sure to fall in love with your American Bulldog!
| Weight: | 30-59 kg |
| Health risk: | High |
| Life expectancy: | 10-15 years |
| Coat: | Short |
| Grooming intensity: | Low |
| Monthly cost (food): | very high |
| Trainability: | Low |
| Activity level: | Low |
There are many sources to get your American Bulldog from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding an American Bulldog to adopt:
To help your rescued American Bulldog to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your American Bulldog from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
