Friday 5 September 2014

American Bull Dog Temperament

American bulldogs like to please people.


The American bull dog, or American bully, has a longer muzzle and legs than the more familiar English bulldog. The two bull dog breeds do share similar temperaments.


Aggression


Aggressiveness to people was bred out of all bulldog breeds. American bulldogs may be aggressive to other dogs, however, especially strange dogs.


Exercise


American bulldogs need far more exercise than English bulldogs. If denied exercise, they will channel the energy into developing bad habits.


Housing


Because the American bulldog needs so much exercise, this is not a good dog in an apartment, according to ASPCA Complete Guide to Dogs.


Sociability


If exposed to children, cats and other animals as a puppy and given positive reinforcement, American bulldogs will get along with them and not be aggressive toward them.


Intelligence


This is a strong, highly intelligent dog that will test the owner’s commands many times. This can be seen as stubbornness, according to ASPCA Complete Guide to Dogs.

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