Also, athletic ability is something any real american bulldog must possess. He can't look like an English Bulldog and have athletic ability. It takes legs under a dog to enable him to get around as he should. A short legged or bench legged dog just can't do it. We are breeding him to Oakie daughters and are getting some of the finest pups we have seen.
Socialization is one of the most important traits to look for when purchasing a pup or older dog.
A few breeders are turning out so many pups they don't have the time or inclination to socialize their dogs or pups. If you purchase one of these type, he will probably be afraid of you and everything else. It could take months to make him into a normal American Bulldog or it may never . If you go personally to see someones' pups, they should not be shy. The young pups should run toward you and attack your shoestrings or pants leg.