American Bull Dogue De Bordeaux Pictures, Characteristics, and Facts

The American Bull Dogue De Bordeaux is a mixed breed, so they don’t have history as their own breed. Both parent breeds, however, are well known and loved. The Dogue De Bordeaux is a French breed once used for a variety of purposes. While the breed’s origins were largely based in dogfighting, they became used for purposes like livestock herding, hunting, and guarding. Their popularity grew in the United States after the breed was featured in the 1989 film Turner and Hooch. The American Bulldog was once used as a bull-baiting dog, but progressed to primarily being used for farm work. Their drive and loyalty remains today, and they are happy performing a « job » or task for their dog parents.