American Bulldogs can be very dangerous when not socialized and trained properly, it is absolutely critical for the owner to establish themself at the top of the pecking order, the dog must be trainedto obey the owner at all times under every circumstance and the only way to accomplish this difficult task is through obedience training from as early as 6 weeks of age.

Wonderful with proper training and socialization, your American Bulldog will be your childs best friend and your most trustworthy babysitter! It is important to teach your AB puppy that the children are not littermates and they must respect them in their human "alpha" position! A solid regimen of obedience and daily socialization will set your puppy on the right path! See similar questions...

This is less of a problem than it used to be, especially on the Camino Francés, where the local dogs are by now entirely used to seeing pilgrims pass. But in France generally, and on the other Spanish routes, where dogs are generally kept to protect farms and flocks, it is as well to be wary. See similar questions...

There are officially 2 main types, Johnson and Scott, named after the 2 men that nurtured the breed into what it is today. Of course there are many American Bulldogs that have neither Johnson or Scott blood in them or have a mix so the wider terms, Classic and Standard are popular today to describe the two main types. See similar questions...

Males range from 75 pounds to 130 pounds, females range from 65 pounds to 120 pounds. Ideally a male should be 110 pounds and 25 inches at the withers, a female should be 90 pounds and 24 inches at the withers. See similar questions...

Bulldogs are generally known to be very good with children. It is best when the bulldog is raised with a child as a puppy. Most important, the child must understand how to treat the dog, and they should never be left together unsupervised. Bulldogs see children as playmates, and sometimes they don't know their own strength. They are strong dogs, and can easily knock over a child during play. See similar questions...

Children with immune problems can have significant problems if infected with chicken pox. These include those children infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, those with cancer, those on steroids for other illnesses, and newborn babies. See similar questions...

The claim that iron is dangerous is often based on two suppositions, the first being that since iron is present in plaques in the brain of people with Alzheimer's disease, iron must be part of the process of the creation of the plaques. However, it has been shown that plaques in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease are very sticky, and contain many things that may not have been involved in the initial formation of the plaques. See similar questions...

Bloat, Canine Hip Dysplasia, Heat, Skin Disorders (allergies). The best way to avoid the majority of these problems is to make preventative vet visits regularly, feed a good diet (Royal Canin Natural, Holistic) with lots of fresh water , and give your pet plenty of exercise. Keep animals out of direct sun for extended periods of time and ensure they do not overdue exercise in extreme heat. See similar questions...

Many rescues are surrendered because they have not done well with children in the past. These dogs do not make good pets for families with children. Some French Bulldogs, on the other hand, are marvelous with children. See similar questions...

No. Atropine eye drops are used to dilate the pupil during eye exams, and also to treat the conditions amblyopia, esotropia and strabismus. Children with DS seem to have a greater dilation in response to atropine, and the dilation appears to last longer as well. However, there is no evidence that atropine eye drops has any effect on the body beyond the eyes. (North RV, Ophthal Physiol Opt, 7(2): 109-114, 1987) See similar questions...

Very well, Bengals adapt quickly to all family members and their playful nature makes them excellent companions for children. Here is my son Declan (when he was 2 1/2) with a 10 week old male blue marble. Declan does what most children do, grabs, pulls, and squeezes. And our Bengals just deal with it. Bengals are more tame than most pets if you choose the right breeder. See similar questions...

Our goal is to produce wide chested, short backed, heavy boned animals with large bully heads. It is also important to us that they have healthy bodies and sound minds. See similar questions...

The active ingredient in onions is allyl propyl disulfide, a component of onion oil. This substance damages red blood cells, or RBCs. Feeding your dog or cat onions can cause a condition called Heinz body anemia. Heinz bodies are small, round projections that extend out from the red blood cells. These projections are accumulations of damaged hemoglobin molecules. Allyl propyl disulfide irreversibly breaks down hemoglobin and permanently damages the RBCs. See similar questions...

Yes, the American Hairless Terriers need to live inside to stay warm and to avoid sunburn, they are not backyard dogs. Besides, they would be terribly lonely by themselves. They love company and want to be with you. However, the AHTs don't need to spend all their time indoors. Lucy loves being outside and going for long walks. Early mornings and late afternoons or evenings are the best times for outdoor romps. See similar questions...

General The Bulldog is a beautiful dog (see Q11, Q12) which was originally bred for Bullbaiting, and although the dog may look strange to people with no class and culture, one must keep in mind that virtually all of its physical traits were tailored for Bullbaiting. Originally, Bulldogs were most likely a cross between a Pug (which was imported from China by the Portuguese in the mid to late 16th century), and the progeny of the Alaunt/Mastiff crosses. See similar questions...

Without special safety precautions, the laser can be dangerous. However, we ensure patient as well as health care worker safety by: 1. providing safety glasses for everyone in the room; 2. using the lowest effective settings possible; and 3. only allowing the doctor to perform the procedure as per the State Board of Medical Examiners. At the very low energy settings we use to treat spider veins, the danger is minimal. Treatment for vein problems have advanced dramatically over the past 5 years. See similar questions...