The History Of the American
Bulldog
Bulldogs In their Pure Form Could Be Found In
America As Early As The 17th Century. In Colonial American Bulldogs Were Used By
Butchers And Even Engaged In Baiting Contests With Bulls, Bears And Buffaloes. The Modern American Bulldog Originates From
The Original Dogs That Managed To Survive As Farmers Catch-Dogs In Isolated
Pockets Of The South Eastern United States. Originally Its Purpose On These Southern
Plantations And Ranches Was To Provide Protection To People And Property As Well
As Handling { catching } Large Animals Such As Cattle And Hogs. All Modern American Bulldogs Originate From
Four Strains { Williamson, Scott, Bailey And Johnson } Developed In The Alabama
/ Georgia Area. This Breed Was Not Known By Its Modern Name
Until About 10 Years Ago. What We Now Know A The American Bulldog Was Originally
Known By Many Different Names Before The Name American Bulldog Became The Standard. In Different Parts Of The South He Was Known
As The "English White" or "White English" Due To The Dogs Primary White Colour. Other Names Include The
"Alabama" or "Southern Bulldog" But Most Commonly Just "bulldog". Contrary to
Popular Belief, These Dogs Did Not Get Their Name From Their Looks. Reflecting
Their Line Of Work With Livestock And Similar Large Animals "Bulldog" Aptly
Describes The Animals Origin.
They Could And Did Catch And
Hold Their Owners Rough Cattle Including Bad Brahma Bulls, And Did Double Duty
On The Farm Protecting Against
Feral Dogs And Trespassing Humans.
Popularity Of The American Bulldog Increased In The Late 1980's When It Became Noticed And Widely Accepted By The Public. Consequently Its Number Increased Greatly. People Soon Saw The Advantages of Having The Dog As a Family Pet And Guard Dog Due To Its Excellent Temperament And Obedience.
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