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Recognized by their squatty bodies and sweet, wrinkly faces, the Dogue de Bordeaux is the perfect mix of gentle companion and wary watch dog. They have kind hearts and quickly bond with kids, but don’t let intruders in sight, or they’ll be in for an unpleasant surprise. Full-grown, they typically weigh 110-160 pounds and stand 23-27 inches tall.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Their gentle nature is a good fit for families with kids, and they often take on a protector role when confronted with strangers. The Dogue de Bordeaux isn’t usually aggressive but may show hostility toward foreign dogs, especially males. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Dogue de Bordeaux have a moderate energy level but still need a daily dose of exercise. When they aren’t snoozing the day away indoors, take them outside for a long walk or play session to get their blood moving. If you’re the sporty type, consider getting your Dogue de Bordeaux involved in agility or weight pulling activities, which they seem to have a natural talent for and enjoy. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The Dogue de Bordeaux has a soft, short coat that covers their thick, wrinkly skin. Their fur is usually fawn or mahogany with a black or red mask. Some dogs also have white markings on their chest and toes. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. This breed is calm and patient, making it easy to socialize them with other animals in your home. The breed prefers to have space where they can run and play, but apartment life is suitable as well. They are fairly easy to train.

Despite their reputations, the American Pit Bull Terrier is typically an affectionate and loving breed. They are not as fond of dogs and other furry creatures, but with the right training and socialization, these pups can make excellent family companions and watchdogs. Full-grown, they typically weigh 22-78 pounds and stand 14-24 inches tall.

American Pit Bull Terriers are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. The American Pit Bull Terrier can get along well with children and other pets if they’re trained and socialized from an early age, but without this vital training and exposure, they may be aggressive toward other dogs - especially when challenged. These dogs can live in apartments, but they need plenty of attention and exercise to stay happy and healthy. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

This breed needs a lot of exercise to keep their minds and bodies busy. Whether it’s taking long walks, running alongside a bike, or chasing after a ball or Frisbee, the APBT can't get enough! They really love playing fetch, so keep a ball handy as their toy of choice. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

American Pit Bull Terriers have a stiff coat that is smooth and glossy. They come in a variety of colors, including black, brown, red, and multi-colored, and they often have white fur on their chest, neck, legs, or feet. These dogs tend to be average shedders, but with weekly brushing, their grooming needs will be fairly low. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

American Pit Bull Terriers are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. These dogs can live in apartments, but they need plenty of attention and exercise to stay happy and healthy. They are fairly easy to train.