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American Bull Dane (Great Dane x American Bulldog)

A gentle and loving companion, the American Bull Dane’s fearless and alert nature makes it a fabulous working dog, often used in police and military services. They make for a perfect guard dog because of their protective instinct and fierce appearance. The American Bull Dane is likely to derive the independent nature of the American Bulldog, unsuited for first-timers or novice owners. Obedience and socialization training must be given to them since their puppy days to eliminate any unwanted behaviour.

Dog Profile

Other Names	American Dane
Breed Registry Details	IDCR, DRA
Nicknames	–
Common Physical Features	Muscular built; broad head; short ears hanging downwards; long, tapered tail
Coat Type	Short, smooth, shiny
Colours	Black and white (though it may be available in other combinations too)
Life Expectancy	10-12 years
Size	Big
Height	Male and Female: 70-90 cm
Weight	Male: 50-90 kg; Female: 45-85 kg
Litter Size	5-8 puppies
Personality	Independent, loving, affectionate, playful, intelligent, protective
Kids-Friendly	Partially (not a good choice for little ones due to their large size)
Animal-Friendly	Partially (only when socialized)
Climate Compatibility	Moderate (Sensitive to extreme conditions)
Care Level	Moderate
Exercise Requirements	Moderate Walking (20-30 minutes a day); Jogging (10 minutes)
Grooming Needs	Moderate
Coat Brushing	Regular (Once a day)
Bathing	Occasional (Once a month)
Eyes and Ears Cleaning	Frequent (Once a week)
Brushing of Teeth	Regular (Once a day)
Nail Clipping	Occasional (Once or twice a month)
Feeding
Adults	3 to 4 cups dry dog food per day
Puppies	½-11/4 cups puppy food at two months, with the amount increasing till the time it is two years old
Hypoallergenic	No
Barking Capacity	Minimal (Howls when the situation calls for)
Trainability	Moderate to Difficult (as the American Bulldogs have an independent nature and can be difficult to train)
Probable Health Problems	Hip and elbow dysplasia (that it may inherit from both its parents), Wobbler’s syndrome (like the Great Dane), eye problems (similar to the American Bulldog)
Origin	USA