American Bulldog Dog Breed

If you hear ‘Bulldog’ and immediately think of an English Bulldog – all droopy jowls, wrinkles and a smushed nose – the American Bulldog might surprise you. Sure, an American Bulldog’s nose and muzzle is a little short and flat and their mouth has the same downturned look. But that’s where the similarities end.

An American Bulldog is a large dog that’s much taller than an English Bulldog. They’re powerfully built, with wide, deep, muscular chests and solid necks. But their bodies are built to run: long, with narrow hindquarters and sculpted haunches and a thin tail that acts like a rudder.

Like its personality (more on that soon), an American Bulldog’s appearance has 2 sides. There’s the hardworking, athletic side. But there’s also the cute, cuddly side that makes them such popular family pets. Think soft, brown eyes and v-shaped ears that flop ever so sweetly on the sides of their head. A short, smooth easy care coat that comes in white and a variety of black and brown markings completes the picture.