He was not bred to put on threat displays or to look a certain way. But, he did need the right equipment to take care of his real bulldog duties which were confrontational personal and property protection and as a catch dog. He needed to be strong enough to put unruly bulls on the ground and athletic enough to catch hogs that were allowed to free range in a semi wild state. The American Bulldog should generate the impression of great strength, agility, endurance and exhibit a well knit, sturdy, compact frame with the absence of excessive bulk.
Males are characteristically larger, heavier boned and more masculine than the bitches.
When patched he can range from the traditional pied markings of a patch over one or both eyes or ears, or a patch on the base of the tail, to a large saddle patch and various other patches. Size General Males 23 to 27 inches at the withers and weigh from 75 to 120 Ibs. The weight should be proportional to size. Back To Top Eyes Medium in size. The hew should not be visible.