Male VS Female American Bullies: Which One For You?

Male and Female American Bullies are great family companions. Even though they have many similar traits, they still have some slight differences that might make one gender better than the other to some owners.

So, how are male and female American Bullies different? Here is a quick overview of the main differences between male vs female American bullies:

CharacteristicMale American BullyFemale American Bully
Height17-20 Inches16-19 Inches
Weight66-88 pounds64-87 pounds
Lifespan8-14 years8-14 years
Puppy Price$2,000-$5,000$2,000-$5,000
HealthProne to heart, skin, and joint diseasesProne to heart, skin, and joint diseases
TemperamentProtective over their family and home.
Forms a bond with the whole family equally.
They always try to please their owners
Calm and assertive dogs
Protective over their family and home.
Forms a bond with the whole family, but there is a favorite human that gains extra love.
They try to please their owners, but less than males.
Calmer than males.

Keep reading to learn more about the main differences between male and female American Bullies and which gender would be better for you and your own needs.

Male VS Female American Bullies: Main Differences Overview

Physical Differences

There are four main types of American Bullies, which are:

  • Standard 
  • Classic
  • Pocket
  • X Large 

Each type has its own characteristics, such as height, weight, and physical features. So, let’s take a closer look at these characteristics and how they also vary between males and females.

So, we are going to talk about the characteristics of each size of them in both males and females regarding the height, weight, and physical structures, and we will help you choose the suitable gender for you. 

Height

Here’s a breakdown of the average height of each American Bully type and the height difference between male and female Bullies:

Bully TypeMale HeightFemale Height
Standard17-20 Inches16-19 Inches
Classic17-20 Inches16-19 Inches
Pocket14-17 Inches13-16 Inches
X Large20-23 Inches19-22 Inches

Weight

All types of American Bullies can grow up to 66-88 pounds, except the X large size, which can grow up to 80-150 pounds. When it comes to the difference between male and female Bullies, the females tend to weigh less than the males by about 1-3 pounds.

Physical Features

Standard American Bully

Both males and females share the same physical features. They are characterized by:

  • Thick, strong, muscular bodies
  • Broad chests
  • Broad heads in proportion to their body
  • Large skulls and well-defined jaws
  • Oval-shaped or almond-shaped eyes, which are far apart
  • Muscular neck with slightly arched shoulders
  • Short to medium-sized snouts
Classic American Bully

The classic American Bully is an amendment to the standard American Bully, and it’s closer in appearance to Pit Bulls.

Both males and females share the same physical features. They are characterized by:

  • Strong body, but less thick than the standard size
  • Strong shoulders
  • Thick and slightly arched neck
  • Large head
  • Well-defined jaws
Pocket American Bully

Pocket Bullies are the smallest type of American Bullies. It only differs in its height but has the same physical features.

Both males and females share the same physical features. They are characterized by:

  • Muscular and strong bodies
  • Wide large heads in proportion to their bodies
  • Well-defined jaws and strong skull
X Large American Bully

The XL American Bully looks like the standard American Bully, but it is bulkier and taller. It is considered the heaviest and largest type of American Bullies.

Both males and females share the same physical features. They are characterized by:

  • Large and deep chest
  • A very muscular, thick, and strong body
  • Thick neck
  • Heavy and large head
  • Strong shoulders
  • Oval-shaped or almond-shaped eyes

Maturity Differences

Male and female American Bullies mature at different ages. Check the following table to learn the average age at which they physically, mentally, and sexually mature:

MaturityMale American BulliesFemale American Bullies
Mentally30 to 36 months20 to 24 months
Physically30 to 36 months 24 to 30 months
Sexually12 months18 to 22 months

Health and Lifespan 

Both male and female American Bullies are prone to develop the same health issues, including hip dysplasia, heart diseases, eye problems, allergies, and various skin conditions. Their average lifespan is also the same, ranging from 8 to 14 years.

Temperament 

The are some differences in temperament between male and female American Bullies; however, most of these differences are affected by how their owners treat them.

Check the following table for some of the differences in temperament and behavior between male and female American Bullies:

Male American BullyFemale American Bully
Super affectionate
Protective over their family and home 
They form a bond with the whole family 
They are calm and assertive
They always try to please their owners
They respond very well to positive reinforcement training
Super affectionate
Protective over their family and home
They also form a bond with the whole family, but there is a favorite human that gains extra love
They are calmer than males
They try to please their owners, but less than males.
They respond very well to positive reinforcement training

Trainability

Training male American Bullies is different from training female American Bullies. 

Male Bullies tend to have a higher desire to please their owners than female Bullies, which makes them somewhat easier to train. However, that does not mean that females don’t obey the orders; they just have a lower desire to please their owners and require more effort.

Interactions With Others

With Strangers

Both male and female American Bullies are going to act the same when interacting with strangers. 

If they sense any danger from strangers, they will bark at them or display other aggressive behaviors as a way of protecting themselves against threats.

With Kids 

Male and female American Bullies are good with kids. They are bred to be companion dogs, so they will be friendly and affectionate with kids as long as they’re trained and socialized from early on in their lives.

With Other Dogs

The interactions between male and female American Bullies with other dogs will vary depending on the gender of the other dogs. Let’s take a quick look at how they interact with different genders:

American Bully’s genderWith another male dogWith another female dog
American Bully’s MaleHe will be competitive and challenging him.
It is not necessary to be aggressive, but he can be if the other male doesn’t submit himself.
He will be okay with it and try to check her, and that’s it.
American Bully’s FemaleShe is going to challenge and dominate himShe is going to challenge and dominate her.

With Cats

Both male and female American Bullies can get along with cats as long as they are introduced to each other and socialized properly from a young age.

With small animals, like ferrets and hamsters

If male and female American Bullies are trained and socialized properly, they will not think of small animals, like ferrets and hamsters, as prey or try to hunt them.

However, they might accidentally hurt the smaller animals while playing with them due to the significant difference in size and strength.

Which Is Better to Get: Male or Female American Bullies?

a picture of two american bullies to show the main differences between male vs female American bullies

Now that you know the main difference between male and female American Bullies, you might be wondering which one of them is better to get.

The answer to that question will mainly depend on your preference, current living conditions, and the purpose you want the dog for.

As Family Companion

When it comes to bonding with the family, the male American Bully bonds with the whole family equally.

The female American bully bonds with the whole family too, but it has a special family member and considers him/her as her favorite human and loves him extra.

As a Guard Dog 

There are many assumptions about which gender is more suitable as a guard dog. Many think that male American Bullies are more protective than female American Bullies, so they’re more suitable as guard dogs.

However, this is not true as both will be equally protective of their family and will respond to threats in the same manner. You can learn more about how to train American Bullies as guard dogs here.

Related Questions 

Are Male American Bullies More Aggressive Than Female American Bullies? 

Male American Bullies are not more aggressive than female American Bullies. The gender of the dog doesn’t have an effect on its behavior. If American Bullies are trained properly, they will not become aggressive no matter what their gender is.

Why Do Female American Bullies Smell More Than Male American Bullies?

Female American Bullies smell more than male American Bullies because they release pheromones during their heat period. These pheromones cause them to have a strong distinctive smell that attracts male dogs to them. However, that smell can only be detected by dogs, not humans.

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Helpful Resources

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