What are the difference between English Bulldogs and American Bullies?
American Bullies
The American Bully breed was established in the mid-1990’s with the purpose of creating the ultimate family companion. Bullies was created through years of
selective breeding by combining the desired traits of the United Kennel Club (UKC) American Pit Bull Terrier and the American Kennel Club(AKC) American
Staffordshire Terrier.
Height: 13 – 21 inches (33cm – 53cm)
Weight: 70 – 120 pounds (31kg – 54kg)
Lifespan: 8 – 12 years
There are 4 height and size categories: Pocket, Standard, Classic, Extra-Large (XL), Extreme class is no longer available according to ABKC Registry. Weight
and height vary greatly and are not considered important, how ever correct proportion of weight to height is. They have short, close, stiff to the touch and
glossy coat. All colours and patterns are acceptable.
The American Bully is a happy, outgoing, stable and confident dog. Gentle and loving toward people. Good-nature, amusing, extremely loyal and an
affectionate family pet. Almost always obedient, this dog wants nothing more than to please its master.
It is an extremely courageous and intelligent guard dog that is very full of life. Bully possesses the loyalty and stability of the American Pit Bill
Terrier while retaining the sociable, amiable and outgoing temperament of the American Staffordshire Terrier.
This unique breed is noted for displaying extreme tolerance with children and an overwhelming eagerness to please its family.
English Bulldog
The English Bulldog originated in the British Isles, descended from the ancient Asiatic mastiff. The dog was given the name Bull because of its use in bull
baiting and for its robust look of a little bull.
Height: about 12 – 16 inches (31cm – 40cm) There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prize when being shown.
Weight: Males 53 – 55 pounds (24kg – 25kg), Females 40 – 51 pounds (18kg – 23kg).
Lifespan: An average of 8 years. Some live longer while others live shorter lives.
The short flat coat is straight, smooth and glossy. English Bulldogs coat colours include red brindle and other shades of brindle, solid white, solid red,
fawn, fallow, piebald, pale yellow or washed-out red or white or a combination of these colours.
Although the English Bulldog’s appearance can be somewhat intimidating, it is among the gentlest of dogs. Just the same it will see off any intruder and
who would risk a close encounter with a dog brave enough to bait a bull? It is described as a very affectionate and dependable animal, gentle with children,
but known for its courage and its excellent guarding abilities.
Bullheaded and determined, this breed can be very persistent, they do not give up easily. Bulldogs are very much a people’s dog, seeking out human attention
and loving every bit it can get. A lot of human attention is required for the breed’s happiness.
Bulldogs are prone to breathing problems, some have small windpipes as well. Also poor eyesight, cherry eye, very susceptible to heatstroke in warm
weather or hot rooms, cars and they are very cold sensitive. Prone to mast cell tumours, birth defects are common in some lines. Susceptible to skin
infections, hip and knee problems. Prone to flatulence, especially when fed any other type of food other than their regular dog food. Puppies are often
delivered by cesarean section.
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Source: Dogs Glory
