The Johnson American Bulldog is a breed of dog unlike any other; their sheer strength and courage
coupled with their undying loyalty and devotion make them the ultimate breed of
dog for the general public and serious canine enthusiast alike. The modern
American Bulldog is believed to have descended from the colossus breeds of
ancient history similar to other mastiff breeds. The American Bulldogs earliest
history is virtually unknown and little if any recorded records exist. The first
documented history relating to the American Bulldog was during the late 19th
century. Dogs resembling today’s American Bulldogs were used in Europe,
specifically England, as "butcher dogs" and guardians. These dogs were by no
means pets, but rather utility dogs bred and raised for specific duties. These
duties included baiting unruly cattle and swine along with guarding property
against thievery. These tasks required a dog that feared no man or beast alive,
but was still loyal and obedient to their master and keeper. These traits still
exist with the Johnson American Bulldog.
Since the early "butcher dogs" the American Bulldog had nearly gone extinct and until recently experienced an
evolutionary rebirth. This rebirth is due in large part to two dedicated
individuals; John D. Johnson and Mildred L. Johnson. In the mid 1940’s, John D.,
as he is known to friends, began collecting the best representations of Bulldogs
he remembered from his youth. These bulldogs had grown scare in the Northwest
region of Georgia, and John desired a dog with the same stamina and grit to
protect his farm and livestock. Initially it was a small operation, but through
the hard work of John and Mildred it grew into a life long commitment. At one
time the Johnson’s had nearly 30 dogs involved in their breeding program. John
D. was also instrumental in renaming the breed from American Pit Bulldog to
American Bulldog. He was also the first breeder to have his dogs officially
registered. Aside from these accomplishments it was John and Mildred’s breeding
program that had the greatest impact in the preservation of the American
Bulldog. John and Mildred have literally supplied the world with their Georgia
bred bulldogs. They were pivotal in creating the legendary bloodlines of Dick
the Bruiser, Big Buck, Rebel Rouser, The Machines and many more. It was their
female lines of Collettes, Sugar Dolls and Sugar Tuffies that when bred produced
the big boned pups that mature into the 100 lbs. "The real American Bulldogs"
Johnson is known for.
John D., his breeding program and reputation for producing superb American Bulldogs are still going strong. The kennel has
recently been trademarked and is now known as Johnson Kennels llc. A new
partnership has also been established. This new partnership between two
established dog breeders, Mr. John Johnson and Mr. Scott Weaver. Scott manages
and oversees the daily operations of the kennel with John’s insight and
expertise regarding bloodlines and breeding of the bulldogs. All traditional
bloodlines exist and new lines are being established. The kennel is located in
the Northwest Georgia Mountains along the border of the Chattahoochee National
Forest. The kennel houses approximately 25 adult dogs in large spacious
indoor/outdoor facilities. It contains heating and air conditioning for the dogs
comfort. There is a separate whelping and nursery room for new litters and
weaned pups. And a licensed vet makes regular on site visits.. We at Johnson
Kennels llc. are dedicated to the preservation and further development of the
Johnson American Bulldog. We continue to strive for only the best. Our focus is
to produce a powerful, yet balanced American Bulldog with a very muscular body
representing the standards created by John D. Johnson. The Real American Bulldog
is very stocky, athletic and imposing.
Source:
John D Johnson Kennels.
coupled with their undying loyalty and devotion make them the ultimate breed of
dog for the general public and serious canine enthusiast alike. The modern
American Bulldog is believed to have descended from the colossus breeds of
ancient history similar to other mastiff breeds. The American Bulldogs earliest
history is virtually unknown and little if any recorded records exist. The first
documented history relating to the American Bulldog was during the late 19th
century. Dogs resembling today’s American Bulldogs were used in Europe,
specifically England, as "butcher dogs" and guardians. These dogs were by no
means pets, but rather utility dogs bred and raised for specific duties. These
duties included baiting unruly cattle and swine along with guarding property
against thievery. These tasks required a dog that feared no man or beast alive,
but was still loyal and obedient to their master and keeper. These traits still
exist with the Johnson American Bulldog.
Since the early "butcher dogs" the American Bulldog had nearly gone extinct and until recently experienced an
evolutionary rebirth. This rebirth is due in large part to two dedicated
individuals; John D. Johnson and Mildred L. Johnson. In the mid 1940’s, John D.,
as he is known to friends, began collecting the best representations of Bulldogs
he remembered from his youth. These bulldogs had grown scare in the Northwest
region of Georgia, and John desired a dog with the same stamina and grit to
protect his farm and livestock. Initially it was a small operation, but through
the hard work of John and Mildred it grew into a life long commitment. At one
time the Johnson’s had nearly 30 dogs involved in their breeding program. John
D. was also instrumental in renaming the breed from American Pit Bulldog to
American Bulldog. He was also the first breeder to have his dogs officially
registered. Aside from these accomplishments it was John and Mildred’s breeding
program that had the greatest impact in the preservation of the American
Bulldog. John and Mildred have literally supplied the world with their Georgia
bred bulldogs. They were pivotal in creating the legendary bloodlines of Dick
the Bruiser, Big Buck, Rebel Rouser, The Machines and many more. It was their
female lines of Collettes, Sugar Dolls and Sugar Tuffies that when bred produced
the big boned pups that mature into the 100 lbs. "The real American Bulldogs"
Johnson is known for.
John D., his breeding program and reputation for producing superb American Bulldogs are still going strong. The kennel has
recently been trademarked and is now known as Johnson Kennels llc. A new
partnership has also been established. This new partnership between two
established dog breeders, Mr. John Johnson and Mr. Scott Weaver. Scott manages
and oversees the daily operations of the kennel with John’s insight and
expertise regarding bloodlines and breeding of the bulldogs. All traditional
bloodlines exist and new lines are being established. The kennel is located in
the Northwest Georgia Mountains along the border of the Chattahoochee National
Forest. The kennel houses approximately 25 adult dogs in large spacious
indoor/outdoor facilities. It contains heating and air conditioning for the dogs
comfort. There is a separate whelping and nursery room for new litters and
weaned pups. And a licensed vet makes regular on site visits.. We at Johnson
Kennels llc. are dedicated to the preservation and further development of the
Johnson American Bulldog. We continue to strive for only the best. Our focus is
to produce a powerful, yet balanced American Bulldog with a very muscular body
representing the standards created by John D. Johnson. The Real American Bulldog
is very stocky, athletic and imposing.
Source:
John D Johnson Kennels.