American Bullweiler Dog Breed

Below are the details and specs for the American Bullweiler breed:

The American Bullweiler is a large sized dog breed. You can expect a male adult to weigh between 70-120 lbs. and a female to weigh between 60 - 90 lbs. These dogs will reach a height of 20-28 inches.

They are known for being confident, calm, and intrepid dogs. The American Bullweiler is good with kids and gets along with other animals provided proper socialization has taken place. These dogs are intelligent and quick learners, making them easy to train.

You can expect these dogs to require a low level of maintenance. Their short coat usually does not shed much if at all and should require little brushing. This breed is active indoors but should still be exercised daily.

The American Bullweiler is a fairly new dog breed and because of this the breed does not have a very detailed history. It is likely that it was first intentionally bred in the past few decades as the popularity of designer hybrid dogs increased.

As a crossbreed, the these dogs will inherit physical traits from both parent breeds. Not all will inherit the same traits which means some American Bullweilers may have more Rottweiler characteristics, others may have more American Bulldog characteristics, and some may show a mix of both parent breeds.

The American Bullweiler has a stout and sturdy build with a muscular body. It has a short, smooth coat, not unlike the American Bulldog. These dogs have big, rounded heads with prominent muzzles. There is often some loose, wrinkly skin on the face and neck. Their eyes are dark and their ears are floppy, falling to the side.

The most common coat colors for this breed are black, brown, golden, and red. There are often white markings on the chest, neck, and feet.

Brindle

American Bullweilers are large, stocky dogs. An adult male will weigh between 70-120 lbs; females will weigh between 60-90 lbs. These dogs will reach a height between 20 and 28 inches from ground to shoulder. The size of this breed makes them excellent guard dogs.

The temperament of this breed is dependent on the behavioral traits inherited from its parents. Some American Bullweilers will inherit traits from the American Bulldog, others the Rottweiler, and some will have a mix of behaviors inherited from both parent breeds.

American Bullweilers are known to be very bright, loyal, and fearless dogs. They are happy to please their owners and therefore can be trained fairly easily. One role they excel at is the guard dog. No living being capable of thought will intrude on your home when an American Bullweiler is present. Despite their size and capacity as guard dogs, these are known to be friendly and affectionate family dogs. They will form a strong bond with their owners and treat them with great warmth and respect.

American Bullweilers are known to be good with children, though socialization at a young age is still recommended. Due to their size they should not be left unattended with small children who may be knocked over.

Members of this breed are good natured with other pets, especially if they have been socialized from a young age. Often these dogs will bond with other family dogs and pets and look after them as well.

American Bullweilers may display protective behavior if a stranger approaches their territory, as they are bred from guard dog breeds. However, if trained properly, they should not show undue aggression towards strangers, and will treat them kindly if their owner approves.

Below are pictures of the American Bullweiler dog breed.

You can expect this pet to be a low to medium maintenance dog breed. Their coat will need a small amount of brushing, and they should be exercised a moderate amount each day.

These dogs do not shed much and their short coat should only require brushing about once a week. Their nails may need to be trimmed on occasion.

The American Bullweiler is a fairly energetic breed. It is active indoors, but a daily walk of 30 minutes to an hour is recommended.

These dogs can adapt to a wide variety of environments. They can call somewhere home whether it's an apartment or a large house. If these dogs are kept in an apartment it is imperative that they be exercised outside each day.

American Bullweilers can tolerate a wide range of temperatures making them suitable for most climates, though it should not live outside anywhere that is unusually warm.

As a hybrid dog breed, these dogs will have more genetic diversity than most purebred breeds which helps with the breed's health and hardiness. An American Bullweiler with a healthy diet and a proper amount of exercise will live between 10 and 15 years, which is exceptional for a dog of its size. However, the American Bullweiler can suffer from health issues common in both the American Bulldog and the Rottweiler such as hip dysplasia and stomach torsion so it's recommended to familiarize yourself with the major health issues of both breeds.

Below are common health issues associated with the breed:

• Elbow Dysplasia
• Hip Dysplasia

The following dog breed registries and organizations recognize the American Bullweiler as a dog breed:

• Dog Registry of America Inc.

• Sources
• http://dogs.petbreeds.com/l/835/American-Bullweiler
• http://www.petyourdog.com/breed/American_Bullweiler
• http://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/Rottweiler/
• http://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/bulldog/
• http://www.nextdogbreed.com/info.php?title=American%20Bullweiler_Appearance_Temperament_Behavior_Qualities_Training_Exercise_Health_Issues_Picture_Height_and_Weight_nextdogbreed.com&name=American%20Bullweiler
• http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/a/americanbullweiler.htm