One of the most common household pets in the United
States is a dog, within millions of families and individuals
considering these furry friends a key part of their lives.
Providing the companionship that so many long for, dogs are
often a popular choice for pet-owners new and old. There are
hundreds, if not thousands of different types of dog breeds,
all bringing unique physical qualities and special
personalities to the table. In recent years, bully breeds
have become one of the
most popular breeds in America, encompassing some of the
nation’s favorite pooches.
The bully breed is just
one of over fifty breeds of terrier-type dogs, including but
not limited to popular pups like staffordshire terriers,
bull terriers, and bullmastiffs. The bully breed also claims
pit bulls as their own, which is the name given to any dog
with a significant mix of several bully breeds. The
diversity within this breed has allowed for them to
skyrocket to the number one most popular dog breed in 21
U.S. states. In addition, these dogs make up approximately
20% of the U.S’ dog population, equaling about 18 million
dogs across all 50 states.
One of the biggest
misconceptions about bully breeds is that they are not well
behaved or can even be dangerous. However, according to
individual scores on the ATIS Temperament Test, bully breeds
are among the top percentile of best-tempered dogs. In fact,
the American Bully, the Bull Terrier, and the Dogo Argentino
all are scoring above 90% on this assessment.
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Bully
breeds hail from all around the world, many of them
receiving their very namesake from that country or city of
origin. Some examples include the Boston Terrier from the
United States, the English Bulldog from The British Isles,
the Dogo Argentino from Central Argentina, and the Dogue de
Bordeaux from France. Some of these breeds have been
recognized for hundreds of years, while others are more
recently making headlines. For example, the Cane Corso breed
from Italy was officially registered in 2010. Regardless of
their country or time of origin, many of these pups have now
made their way into mainstream adoption and breeding pools
in the United States, making them an international sensation
for all looking to make a canine addition to their
family.
As we move forward into the future of dog
ownership, more and more bully breeds are starting to rank
at the top. According to the American Kennel Club, there are
fifteen different bully breeds occupying a spot in the top
87 registered breeds. Better yet, the number one most
popular dog breed is a title currently held by the French
bulldog. This pup took the number one spot back in 2022,
ending the Labrador Retriever's 31-year run at the top. Also
occupying a top 20 spot are Bulldogs, Rottweilers, Doberman
Pinschers, Boxers, Cane Corsos, and Great
Danes.
According to google trends from 2004 to 2023,
the most frequently searched for bullies are the American
Pit Bull Terrier, the American Bully, the Bulldog, and the
Mastiff, closely followed by the likes of the English
Mastiff, the Bull Terrier, and the Boxer. However,
regardless of the individual breed, it is clear that
Americans have an increased interest in bullies. All across
the nation, bully breeds have been widely considered to be
“America’s Dogs”. This title, along with the proven
good temperament of these pups, has helped to guide the
decisions of those looking to adopt. From families to
singles to couples young and old, bully breeds are sure to
provide the love and care that so many are desperately
searching for in a pet.
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