Bully breeds, a collection of 50+ terrier-type dogs, are incredibly popular in the United States. In fact, some refer to bully breeds as “America’s Dogs,” emphasizing their prevalence and importance.
Examples of bully breeds include Doberman Pinschers, Bull Terriers, Cane Corsos, Bulldogs, and Boxers. Bully breeds are popular in individual states, as well as across the United States as a whole. In 21 states, bully breeds and pit bulls are the most popular dog breeds. In the United States, the French Bulldog, a bully breed, is the most popular dog among pets.
Bully breeds are among the top percentile of best-tempered dogs, which likely contributes to their popularity. In fact, the American Bully received a score of 100% on the ATTS Temperament Test.
People are continuing to look up and research bully breeds, suggesting that their popularity may continue to grow. According to Google trends from 2004 to 2023, the American Pit Bull Terrier is the most-searched bully breed, followed by the American Bully, Bulldog, and Mastiff.
Whether you are considering getting a dog or not, being familiar with common breeds is useful, as dogs are a part of millions of people’s lives. Bully breeds are particularly influential, especially in the United States.