Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Dog Breeds


Breed: Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog

Weight: 100 lbs for male and 78 lbs for female

Height: 23 to 26 inches for male and 20-23 inches for female

Colour: red merle brindle, blue merle, brown, black, tan, red, brown merle, white


Description: The Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog is considered to be almost an extinct breed of dogs. There are just about 150 to 200 of them in the world and is a product of a breeding project started in the 1800s by the Lane family of Georgia, USA. It is a majestic, strong bulldog and can be used as a guardian, for protection and companionship. They are agile, strong, and athletic. This bulldog protects children very naturally and also gets along well with cats and other animals.


Breed: American Bulldog

Weight: 70 to 120 lbs for male and 60 to 100 lbs for female

Height: 22 to 28 inches for male and 20 to 26 inches for female

Colour: white, brindle, red, brown, or tan


Description: Post World War II these dogs were nearly extinct, but John D. Johnson saved this breed. The American Bulldog is a hard worker and was used for hunting wild boar, raccoon, bear and squirrel. The American Bulldog is strong, muscular, and extremely athletic. They also get along well with children and are usually happy and friendly.


Breed: Appenzell Mountain Dog

Weight: Male: 60 to70 lbs for male and 50 to 60 lbs for female

Height: 22 to 23 inches for male and 18 to 20 inches for female

Colour: it has three colours, black, white, and tan.


Description: The Appenzell Mountain Dog is an extremely rare Alpine breed. This working breed is loyal, courageous, and is very territorial. It has an affinity to bark continuously.

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