About the breed

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Born in the USA, the American Bully comes from a mix of several related dog breeds, including the American Bulldog and American pitbull. Initially, this breed was recognized by the American Bully Kennel Club in 2004 and the UKC followed suit in 2013 when they accepted them into their Companion Dog Group. Known for having an affectionate and gentle personality despite their menacing appearance, these dogs are often touted as the perfect pets for children.

Kept only as a companion animal and a show dog, the American Bully is not really used for any specific purpose and has certainly never participated in dog fighting. 

There are 4 different sizes of American Bully that are recognized and registered by the American Bully Kennel Club or ABKC. UKC has one consistent standard. Each type has its own distinctive physical traits. 

The American Bully has a short, close, stiff to the touch and glossy coat. All colors and patterns are acceptable. The head of the American Bully is a medium length, broad skull, very pronounced cheek muscles, distinct stop, and high set ears. The ears can be cropped or uncropped. Eyes: all colors except albinism. Muzzle: medium length, rounded on upper side or slightly squared to fall away abruptly below eyes. Jaws well defined. Slightly higher rears accepted, but not encouraged.

Temperament: An American Bully should not be aggressive, The Bully has been bred to be a family dog, Thus its temperament must be zesty, gentle and friendly. If the Bully is aggressive, the chances are that it has non-Bully dog breeds in its lineage, or was not socialized properly. 

 
Drive: One of the main aims when developing the American Bully was to create a breed that was easier to manage and less work than the American Pitbull and one that would require less physical exercise. The American Bully still requires a moderate amount of exercise but is definitely more laid-back and less driven than the breeds from which it derives. They enjoy long walks and runs, as well as hikes and swims.

These outgoing dogs can be a handful and are often full of life so can be a handful to train. However, they do not possess a mean bone in their body and any difficulty associated with training is down to their vivacious nature rather than any stubbornness or malice. They long to do the right thing and impress their master, so will try hard in every training exercise they are given.

Though generally well-mannered, owing to the sheer size and strength of this dog, it is essential that they receive proper training from a young age so they may understand their role within the household and how to appropriately act around people and other animals.