BD Terrier

The American Bulldog is a large, powerful, and athletic breed that presents an impressive, muscular appearance. Males typically stand between 22 and 28 inches at the withers and weigh between 70 and 120 pounds, while females are somewhat smaller at 20 to 26 inches and 60 to 100 pounds. Their body is stocky and well-muscled with substantial bone structure, presenting a compact yet agile appearance with the body being slightly longer than tall. The breed conveys strength and athleticism without appearing cumbersome, maintaining the ability to cover ground quickly and efficiently despite their substantial build. The American Bulldog's head is large, broad, and square with powerful jaws and well-developed muscular cheeks that contribute to their impressive bite strength. Their muzzle is wide, broad, and square, shorter than the skull length but not excessively shortened like some bulldog breeds. The eyes are almond to round in shape, medium-sized, and can be brown, hazel, grey, or blue, though brown is preferred in the show ring. Their ears are small to medium-sized and set high on the head, coming in several acceptable styles including drop, semi-prick, rose, or cropped, with natural ears being preferred. The tail is thick at the base and tapers to a point, carried in various positions depending on the dog's mood. Two main types of American Bulldogs exist: the Johnson or Bully type, which is bulkier with heavier bone structure, a larger head, and a shorter muzzle, and the Scott or Standard type, which is leaner and more athletic with a longer muzzle and more refined features. Many modern American Bulldogs are hybrids of these two types. Their coat is short, measuring one inch or less, lying close to the body with a texture ranging from soft to slightly stiff. The breed comes in any color or pattern except solid black, solid blue, merle, or tricolor, with dogs required to have at least ten percent white markings. Common colorations include white with patches of black, brindle, red, or brown.

The Bull Terrier is a medium-sized, powerfully built dog that stands between 20 and 24 inches at the shoulder for the standard variety, with males typically reaching 21 to 22 inches. Weight ranges from 45 to 80 pounds, with most dogs falling between 50 and 70 pounds, and the breed standard emphasizes maximum substance for size rather than specific weight limits. The Bull Terrier presents a muscular, well-balanced, and athletic appearance, combining strength with agility. Their body is broad through the chest and shoulders, with a short, strong back that gives them a compact yet powerful silhouette. They should never appear heavy and cumbersome nor light and racy. The most distinctive feature of the Bull Terrier is their unique egg-shaped head, which sets them apart from all other breeds. When viewed from the front, the head is oval and fills completely, with no indentations or hollows. The profile shows a gentle downward curve from the top of the skull to the tip of the nose, with no discernible stop between the forehead and muzzle. This distinctive shape, first standardized in Lord Gladiator in 1917, was developed through selective breeding using Dalmatians, Whippets, Borzoi, and other breeds. Their eyes are small, triangular, deep-set, and placed close together, giving them a keen, determined expression that is unique among dog breeds. The ears are small, thin, and positioned close together, carried erectly upright. The Bull Terrier's coat is short, flat, and harsh to the touch with a fine gloss, lying close to the body. The skin fits tightly without excess wrinkles. The breed comes in two color varieties: white, which is pure white and may have colored markings on the head only, and colored, which includes any color other than white, with brindle being preferred. Common colored patterns include brindle, black and tan, red, fawn, and tricolor, usually with varying amounts of white. Their tail is short, set low, carried horizontally, and tapers to a fine point. The overall impression is of a dog that combines elegance with substance, appearing both refined and powerful.