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American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Comparison - Dog breed selector: AM Bulldog or Mini Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Bulldog Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Bulldog
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Group Guard Dogs Hunting Dogs Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog breeds.
AM Bulldog
American Bulldogge
American Bulldoggee
Old Country Bulldog
AmBulldog
Mini Bull Terrier No data available
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Cross Breed

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed is the largest?
Large Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg) 20–35 pounds (9-15 kg) Male: 11.4–18.18 kg, Female: 11.4–17.3 kg
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg) 20–35 pounds (9-15 kg) Male: 11.4–18.18 kg, Female: 11.4–17.3 kg
Height
Which is taller, American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog? American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog height comparison:
Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm) 14 inches (35.4 cm) Male: 27–35 cm, Female: 25–33 cm
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 14 inches (35.4 cm) Male: 27–35 cm, Female: 25–33 cm

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$600 $2400-$3000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog?
Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Miniature Bull Terrier is easier than average to get.
Average: The Miniature Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which is easiest to train?
American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed is most alert?
American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Miniature Bulldog dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed is most protective?
American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Bulldog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Energetic
Courageous
Outright
Tempered
Active
Playful
Loving
Friendly
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Miniature Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog?
High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Miniature Bulldog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog social needs comparison:
American Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Miniature Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature 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.
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American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Bull Terrier rarely barks.
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Low: The Miniature Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed is most playful?
The American Bulldog is a playful breed.
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The Miniature Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Bulldog is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Miniature Bull Terrier indoors.
Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Bulldog breed.

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed is most flexible?
American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Miniature Bulldog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog?
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.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Miniature 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.

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which uses mouth most during play?
American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Bulldog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Bull Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Bulldog bite force: Weak.

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Bull Terrier: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Bulldog: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which has fewer health issues?
American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Miniature Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Miniature Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Demodectic Mange
Dry Eye

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which breed is most active?
American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Miniature Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Miniature Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog?
American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Miniature Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Miniature Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Miniature Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which needs most food?
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. What colors are available?
Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Tricolor
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Piebald
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Miniature Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Miniature Bulldog requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which drools 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.
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The Miniature Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature 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.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Bulldog has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Dense
Smooth
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog? American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
American Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which is best with kids?
American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Miniature Bulldog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?
American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Miniature Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog?
American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Bulldog or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bulldog?
American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog?
Yes
American Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
No
Miniature Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Bulldog 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.
Miniature Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Miniature Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which has most puppies?
7-14 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 5 2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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American Bulldog vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Bulldog, Miniature Bull Terrier, and Miniature Bulldog. Which has most recognition?
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 Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club

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