American Bully stud dogs with health results, not just hype
No breed has a louder stud market than the American Bully. Fees are high, bloodline names carry weight, and social media sells the rest. So it pays to look past the photos. On VerifiedStuds each stud profile shows class, registry, health results and fee, from an identity-verified owner.
$1,000 to $5,000+
typical fee, while famous sires charge far more
4 classes
Pocket, Standard, Classic and XL under the ABKC
AI, chilled, frozen
the most common breeding methods
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Claim this spotAmerican Bully stud fees are among the highest of any breed. Most fall between $1,000 and $5,000. A registered, health-tested male without a big name often charges $1,000 to $2,500. However, champions and well-known producers regularly ask $3,000 to $10,000, and a few go higher.
These figures are market estimates, because fees are private and change fast. Since so much money is involved, always use a written contract and pay through a traceable method. Our stud fee guide explains what the contract should say.
$1,000 to $5,000+
Overall range: $1,000 to $10,000+
Registered, health-tested male: $1,000 to $2,500
Champion or famous producer: $3,000 to $10,000+
The American Bully is not an AKC breed, so there is no CHIC list. Instead, it is registered by the United Kennel Club and the American Bully Kennel Club. Responsible breeders still test, and we suggest that owners upload these results:
Test
What we accept
Hips
OFA hip evaluation or PennHIP
Elbows
OFA elbow evaluation
Heart
Cardiac exam, ideally by a cardiologist
Eyes
Exam by a board-certified ophthalmologist (ACVO)
DNA panel
Including cerebellar ataxia (NCL-A)
Brucellosis
Negative test taken before the breeding
Hip and elbow dysplasia are common in heavy, wide dogs, so X-rays matter. Heart disease also occurs. In addition, a DNA panel can find carriers of cerebellar ataxia (NCL-A) and other inherited disorders. Finally, watch him move and breathe. A sound Bully trots freely and breathes quietly. You can search registered results on the OFA website.
New to OFA reports? Our health testing guides explain hips, elbows, hearts and DNA panels. Read the full American Bully health testing guide.
First, confirm the class and the papers. The ABKC recognizes four varieties by height: Pocket, Standard, Classic and XL. For males, Pocket means under 17 inches, Standard and Classic mean 17 to 20 inches, and XL means over 20 and up to 23 inches. The UKC, in contrast, registers the breed without size classes.
Next, judge the dog, not the name. A famous bloodline does not guarantee health. So ask for X-ray results, a heart exam and video of him moving. Extreme features, such as bowed legs, a very short muzzle or labored breathing, are faults in both standards.
Finally, check what he has produced. Ask for photos of adult offspring and for contact with past clients. In addition, find out how often he is collected, because overused studs can have lower sperm counts.
The UKC breed standard describes the American Bully as a confident, gentle and friendly companion. Breeders developed it in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, mainly from the American Pit Bull Terrier and the American Staffordshire Terrier. The UKC recognized the breed in 2013.
Despite the powerful look, the breed was created as a family dog. Aggression toward people is a serious fault. Because demand and prices are high, careful selection matters more here than almost anywhere else.
Most American Bully breedings are done by artificial insemination. The wide, heavy build makes natural mating difficult, and popular sires serve females across the country. Therefore, chilled and frozen semen are routine in this breed. Each profile lists what the owner ships and what it costs.
Our dog artificial insemination guide covers timing and shipping. Also see how often a stud can breed and how VerifiedStuds works.
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First, shortlist studs and message owners through the site to agree on dates and terms.
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Then book the stud and pay the listed fee by card at checkout.
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After that, accept the breeding terms before the booking confirms.
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Also compare Boston Terrier studs, Pug studs, English Bulldog studs and French Bulldog studs, or see every breed on our stud dogs by breed page. Planning his workload? Then read our guide to age limits for studs. Owners of every breed can list here. Want the smallest class? See Pocket Bully studs.
How much is an American Bully stud fee?
Most fees run from $1,000 to $5,000. However, champions and famous producers can charge $10,000 or more.
What health tests should an American Bully stud have?
There is no official list. Even so, good breeders test hips, elbows, heart and eyes, and run a DNA panel. We also require a negative brucellosis test.
Is the American Bully an AKC breed?
No. The UKC and the ABKC register it. The AKC does not recognize the breed.
What is the difference between Pocket and XL?
They are ABKC height classes. Pocket males stand under 17 inches, while XL males stand over 20 and up to 23 inches.
Can I list a breed the AKC does not recognize?
Yes. Any breed from any registry can be listed on VerifiedStuds.
How do I list my American Bully at stud?
Create a free account, upload his papers, health results and photos, and set your fee. Or let our team build the listing for you.
List him free while the 100 Founding Stud spots are open, or compare typical fees first.