Health-tested American Bulldog stud dogs with papers
Powerful, athletic and devoted to its family, this farm-bred guardian comes in two well-known types and is registered by several clubs. That variety makes paperwork and health proof important. On VerifiedStuds, every owner is identity verified, and each profile shows registry papers and health results beside the fee.
$800 to $2,500+
estimated fee, while proven sires cost more
2 types
Johnson (bully) and Scott (standard)
Natural, AI, chilled
breeding methods
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Claim this spotAmerican Bulldog stud fees usually run from $800 to $2,500. A health-tested male with no proven litters often asks $800 to $1,200. However, titled dogs and proven producers from known lines can ask $1,500 to $3,000.
These are market estimates, since fees are private. Working titles and hip scores both raise the price. The stud fee guide explains contracts and return services.
$800 to $2,500+
Overall range (estimate): $800 to $3,000
Health-tested, unproven male: $800 to $1,200
Titled or proven producer: $1,500 to $3,000
The breed sits in the AKC Foundation Stock Service, so it has no AKC parent club list yet. However, breed clubs agree on the main risks: hip and elbow dysplasia, and two inherited diseases with DNA tests. We suggest these results:
Test
What we accept
Hips
OFA hip evaluation or PennHIP
Elbows
OFA elbow evaluation
NCL
DNA test for neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis
Ichthyosis
DNA test for the breed's skin scaling disorder
Heart
Cardiac exam registered with OFA
Brucellosis
Negative test taken before the breeding
NCL is a fatal nerve disease, and ichthyosis causes lifelong skin trouble. Because both are recessive, a carrier bred to a clear dog produces no affected puppies. Therefore, a DNA report protects every litter. Registered results are public on the OFA website.
See our health testing guides for how each test works.
First, learn the two types. The Johnson, or bully, type is heavier, with a shorter muzzle and more bone. In contrast, the Scott, or standard, type is leaner and more athletic. Many dogs today are hybrids of the two.
Next, check his papers. The United Kennel Club recognizes the breed, and so do the American Bulldog Association and the National Kennel Club. The AKC records it in the Foundation Stock Service. Any recognized registry is accepted here, but his papers should match your female's so the litter can be registered.
Finally, judge his breathing and movement. A good male works in the heat without distress. Extreme heads and short muzzles reduce that ability, so moderate dogs are the safer choice.
The American Bulldog descends from working bulldogs kept on farms in the American South, where they caught hogs and guarded property. After the Second World War, breeders John D. Johnson and Alan Scott rebuilt the breed, which is why the two types carry their names. The UKC recognized it in 1999.
At home, the breed is loyal, confident and gentle with children. However, it is strong and needs early training. As a result, steady temperament should rank beside health when you choose a sire.
American Bulldogs usually breed naturally. However, heavier bully-type males sometimes need help, so artificial insemination is common. Chilled semen is also popular, because breeders travel far for the right line. Each profile lists the methods on offer.
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After that, accept the breeding terms before the booking confirms.
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Finally, the owner is paid through Stripe, and you can leave a verified review after the breeding.
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How much is an American Bulldog stud fee?
Most owners charge $800 to $2,500. However, titled and proven dogs can ask up to $3,000. These figures are estimates.
What health tests should an American Bulldog stud have?
Hips, elbows and DNA tests for NCL and ichthyosis, plus a recent negative brucellosis test. A cardiac exam is a useful extra.
Is the American Bulldog an AKC breed?
Not fully. The AKC keeps it in the Foundation Stock Service, while the UKC, ABA and NKC register it as a full breed.
What is the difference between Johnson and Scott types?
Johnson dogs are larger and more bulldog-like. Scott dogs are lighter and more athletic. Both belong to the same breed.
How do I list my American Bulldog at stud?
Create a free account, upload his papers, health results and photos, and set your fee. Or let our team build the listing.
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