THE RISE OF THE AMERICAN BULLY BREED
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A man’s best friend, a loyal companion, and a playmate. These are only some of the traits dogs have. There are 360 officially recognized breeds of dogs according to Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI). One of them is the American Bully breed and it is taking the spotlight of popularity by storm. Everyone seems to want to own an American Bully pet nowadays.
WHAT IS AN AMERICAN BULLY?
The American Bully breed was created in 1990 and gained recognition and establishment in 2004, per the inception of the American Bully Kennel Club (ABKC). The ABKC is the official registry for American Bullies worldwide.
The American Bully should give the impression of great strength for its size. It is a compact and medium/large size dog with a muscular body and blocky head. The American Bully should have the appearance of heavy bone structure with a bulky build and look. For more detailed description of the breed, please refer to the official site of the ABKC.
WHY DO YOU NEED AN AMERICAN BULLY?
The American Bully is a bulky looking dog. With muscular body, overly defined shoulders, thick bull neck, and on top of that, a massively blocky head that seems wide and strong enough to snap a branch if they wanted too. In reality, their personality is the opposite. They are actually full of love and sweetness. All they want is tender loving care. A snuggle on the couch, a quick belly rub, or just complimenting them for a job well done is enough to make them happy. A happy dog has a happy owner.
Imagine coming home from an exhausting work and this cute American Bully is exposing its belly and longing for a touch of your hand. Isn’t that heartwarming?
THE POPULARITY OF THE AMERICAN BULLYIn the Philippines, thousands of people are members of different groups on Facebook. Metropolitan Pitbull & Bully Club (MPBC) is one the popular dog groups on the said social media. It currently has 31.8k members and the number keeps on growing.
Participating in an American Bully show hosted by the ABKC is the most anticipated moment for Bully owners. Winning means owning the best American Bully in that match. You and your dog will gain fame recognized by other breeders.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING THE WINNERS:
Head
Neck
Forequarters
Body
Back
Hindquarters
Tail
Feet
Coat
Color Pattern
Size
Gait
Characteristics
Overall Impression
THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE OWNING AN AMERICAN BULLY?
Just like other hobbies, you also need to consider different things before deciding your involvement with it. You need to be mentally ready. Owning a pet can be stressful sometimes. If you are not ready with bathing your dog, cleaning the kennel, loud noises, or fur all over the house. Then stop, and think about it again because these are only some of the parts of having a dog as a pet.
You also need to do a thorough research about the breed. Before buying an American Bully dog, you need to know the criteria for judging a winning dog for shows. Lastly, the most important one is being financially ready. There are so many things to buy and pay for when owning a pet. Especially if you are thinking of breeding and making a name in the Bully community.
A SHORT LIST OF THINGS YOU NEED BEFORE OWNING A FEMALE AMERICAN BULLY:
PROPERLY ORGANIZED KENNEL — You need to make sure your kennel is located in a well ventilated area. American Bullies are prone to heat stroke. You should make sure they are not exposed directly to sunlight and should be in an open area.
WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM — Their wastes should be disposed properly to maintain a clean and healthy environment. You don't want your neighbors to complain about the foul smell.
ABKC REGISTRATION — You need to register your American Bully to the ABKC because most buyers would look for the registration paper of your dogs. This is also important to join dog shows held by the ABKC.
DOG FOOD — Let your dog eat at least twice a day to make sure they maintain a healthy body. Always have enough dog food in your storage in case of emergency.
VITAMINS — Give vitamins to maintain an active and physically fit dog. It is also necessary for sickly, pregnant, or lactating dogs.
PROGESTERONE TEST — If you want to have a higher chance of having a successful mating, your dog needs to undergo progesterone test. This helps you know when is the best time for breeding.
STUD FEE — If you want to upgrade your bloodline, you need to choose the best stud to match your female. Always refer to the description and characteristics of an American Bully according to ABKC.
ULTRASOUND FEE — It is important to know the number of puppies inside your female to have the idea of how many will you be expecting. This is important especially during labor. You might need your dog to undergo C-Section if things don't go according to plan.
CESAREAN SECTION FEE — During labor, if your dog stops for more than 4 hours between puppies. This is a warning sign that you might need to call your veterinarian and check if your dog needs C-Section.
ABKC LITTER TICKET — After giving birth, you will need to request for ABKC litter ticket. When people will buy your puppies, they will need it to apply for permanent registration as the new owners.
If you are fully decided, go ahead and own an American Bully. Cherish every minute you spend with your dog because as a breeder, no matter how humongous they get, they will always think of you as a best friend and a family.
