American Bulldog vs Olde English Bulldogge

Compare the American Bulldog to the Olde English Bulldogge. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Bulldogs and Olde English Bulldogges.

Quick Summary

Below are a few quick comparisons between the two breeds.
  • Owner Experience - Both the American Bulldog and Olde English Bulldogge are not recommended for new or inexperienced owners.
  • Children - Both the American Bulldog and Olde English Bulldogge are great with children.
  • Grooming - Both the American Bulldog and Olde English Bulldogge are very low maintenance and easy to groom.
  • Barking - The Olde English Bulldogge has an above-average tendency to bark, while the American Bulldog is an average barker.
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American Bulldog vs Olde English Bulldogge
Tan & White American Bulldog
Red Olde English Bulldog
Breed NameAmerican BulldogOlde English Bulldogge
General Details
Breed TypePurebredPurebred
Is Hypo­allergenicNoYes
Lifespan10-16 yrs.10-12 yrs.
Height20-28 in.16-20 in.
Weight60-120 lb50-80 lb
IntelligenceBelow AverageHigh
History
Origin CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Origin Year1700 AD1971 AD
Temperament
Overall FriendlinessGoodVery Good
Family FriendlyVery GoodVery Good
Kid FriendlyVery GoodVery Good
Pet FriendlyBelow AverageBelow Average
Stranger FriendlyBelow AverageVery Good
Personality
  • Affectionate
  • Aggressive
  • Enjoys Attention
  • Jealous
  • Loving
  • Stubborn
  • Affectionate
  • Aggressive
  • Enjoys Attention
  • Loving
  • Stubborn
  • Willing To Please
Living Environment
ApartmentYesYes
IndoorYesYes
Small YardYesYes
Medium YardYesYes
Large YardYesYes
Temperature Tolerance ¹55°F to 80°F50°F to 80°F
Barks/HowlsBelow AverageOften
Exercise Needs
Energy LevelHighMedium
Exercise RequiredMediumMedium
Top Running Speed23 mph18 mph
StrengthVery HighVery High
Grooming Needs
Coat Main­tenanceLow-MediumLow
SheddingMediumLow-Medium
DanderMediumLow
Drool AmountMediumMedium-High

¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
Instincts & Behavior Comparison
Breed NameAmerican BulldogOlde English Bulldogge
Breed Mentality
Dominant/AlphaNoYes
Family/PackYesYes
IndependentNoNo
Breed Focus
Distracted EasilyYesNo
AverageNoYes
Focused & PatientNoYes
Breed Instincts
AggressionBelow AverageHigh
Burrow/DiggingBelow AverageBelow Average
ChasingBelow AverageBelow Average
Follow CommandsBelow AverageBelow Average
FightingBelow AverageAverage
GuardingBelow AverageHigh
HerdingBelow AverageVery Low
HuntingAverageAverage
ProtectionBelow AverageHigh
Remove VerminBelow AverageBelow Average
SleddingAverageVery Low
WatchAverageHigh
Health Comparison
Breed NameAmerican BulldogOlde English Bulldogge
Lifespan
Lifespan10-16 yrs.10-12 yrs.
Common Health Issues
AllergiesYesNo
CancerYesNo
Cherry EyeYesNo
EctropionYesNo
Elbow DysplasiaYesNo
EntropionYesNo
Hip DysplasiaYesNo
Appearance Comparison
Breed NameAmerican BulldogOlde English Bulldogge
Coat
FurYesYes
Coat Type
Single CoatYesYes
Smooth CoatNoYes
Coat Texture
StraightYesYes
RoughNoYes
Coat Length(s)
ShortYesYes
Coat Color(s)
Black & WhiteYesNo
BrindleYesNo
Red & WhiteYesNo
Tan & WhiteYesNo
WhiteYesYes
White & BrindleYesNo
Brindle BlackNoYes
Brindle FawnNoYes
Brindle RedNoYes
Brindle&whiteNoYes
FawnNoYes
Fawn PiedNoYes
GreyNoYes
RedNoYes
Red PiedNoYes
White PiedNoYes