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Name	Doberman Bulldog	Bull Terrier	American Bulldog
Origins	England Germany	England	United States
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Group	Designer Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog?	Large Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog weight comparison:	40-85 pounds (18-38 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62.5 pounds (28 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog height comparison:	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

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

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Doberman Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.

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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog trainability comparison.	Doberman Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog?	Doberman Bulldog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberman Bulldog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Obedient Loyal Social Sweet Aggressive Fearless	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Doberman Bulldog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog?	High: Doberman Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog social needs comparison:	Doberman Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Doberman Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog playfulness comparison:	Doberman Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog?	Low to Average: The Doberman Bulldog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog 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 Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Bulldog breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Doberman Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog?	Doberman 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.	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.
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 Doberman Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog mouthiness comparison:	Doberman Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

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

Health Issues Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Wobbler's Syndrome Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes Cardiomyopathy	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Doberman Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Bulldog, Bull Terrier and American Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Bulldog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

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

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

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Doberman Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

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

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Smooth	Fine
Colors What are the original Doberman Bulldog, Bull Terrier and American Bulldog color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Fawn Brindle	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog? Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog grooming comparison:	Average: The Doberman Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog? Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Bulldog 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: Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Doberman Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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.

Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog Good With Comparison

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

Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog 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: Doberman Bulldog or Bull Terrier or American Bulldog? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog?	Not really Doberman Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Bulldog 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	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog 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 Doberman Bulldog and Bull Terrier and American Bulldog have?	6-10 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 5	7-14 puppies
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Doberman Bulldog vs Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog 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 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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

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