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David Crookes

American Bulldog: A strong muscular, loyal dog breed that was originally bred for farm work

American Bulldog.
American Bulldog overview
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Life expectancy: 10 to 14 years

Size: 22 to 25-inches (male); 20 to 23 inches (female)

Coat: Short, dense and harsh

Temperament: Friendly, dominant, confident, assertive, loyal, energetic

Exercise needs: Between one and two hours daily

Origin/native country: United States

American Bulldogs are a descendant of the British Bulldogs taken to North America in the 17th century by colonists to work on farms. This large-breed dog got stuck into many tasks from herding livestock to catching large animals but they were also used in baiting contests. They also approached extinction by the late 1940s until John D Johnson and Alan Scott revived the breed, leading to the creation of the Standard or Scott-type American Bulldog.

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