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Name	American Bulldog	Belgian Tervuren	Boerboel
Origins	United States	Belgium	South Africa
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog	Tervuren	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? Which is the smallest dog, American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	Large	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Belgian Tervuren? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel weight comparison:	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	177 pounds (80 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel height comparison:	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$1200-$1400	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel trainability comparison.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Loyal Attentive	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel?	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel social needs comparison:	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Bulldog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel playfulness comparison:	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel?	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep American Bulldog indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Belgian Tervuren indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	American Bulldog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Belgian Tervuren dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel mouthiness comparison:	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel?	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel lifespan comparison. How long do American Bulldog, Belgian Tervuren and Boerboel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel energy level comparison:	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.	Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel coat comparison:	Fine	Thick Double	Dense Shiny Smooth
Colors What are the original American Bulldog, Belgian Tervuren and Boerboel color?	Black White Brown Fawn	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or {name3 shedding:	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel?	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? Which dog is more friendly?	American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel?	American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel?	Yes American Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Bulldog or Belgian Tervuren or Boerboel? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel?	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Bulldog and Belgian Tervuren and Boerboel have?	7-14 puppies	6-10 puppies	7-10 puppies
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American Bulldog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Boerboel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club	No data available	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

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