Most likely it was a mixed breed of some sort; it may have had American bulldog in the mix, but American bulldogs should *not* be similar in size to a Great Dane.
“American bulldogs should *not* be similar in size to a Great Dane.”
Oh come on, Alt, you know how every “bad” breed somehow mutates into gigantic.
At least, every person who’s had 1 but otherwise knows little of dogs has had a 150 lb German Shepherd, 180 lb Pit Bull, and 160 lb Boxer.
I worked with an old man (loved the guy) who always claimed his Collie was 110 lbs. I’m thinking “yeah, right”. Or overstuffed.
After all, my MIL’s brother DID have a 100 lb English Springer - twice the weight he should be. They had a pantry full of only dog treats and were constantly feeding this greedy dog who was clearly roundly fat. He was mistaken by someone in a park for a St. Bernard he was so fat, which made Tucker’s owner mad.
One of my first consults was with a woman that "rescued" one. Darn thing started circling me and growling, refusing to listen to the owner. I think even the owner was scared of the dog at that point. Claimed to be working with a special trainer....turned down the job.
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