How Do I Choose a Reputable American Bully Breeder?
The breeder you choose shapes almost everything about your puppy: health, temperament, size and structure. Sadly, the popularity of American Bullies has also brought careless breeders and online scams. This guide shows you how to spot a reputable American Bully breeder and protect yourself before you send a deposit.
Why your breeder choice matters
A reputable breeder:
- Chooses parents for health, temperament and structure
- Raises puppies in a clean, social environment
- Provides vet care and records
- Registers litters with a real registry
- Answers your questions before and after the sale
A bad breeder skips these steps to save money, and the buyer pays for it later.
10 signs of a reputable American Bully breeder
1. They show you the parents
You should be able to see photos and videos of the sire and dam, and ideally meet the mother in person. Ask about their size and temperament. You can meet our studs and females on our site.
2. They register their puppies
American Bullies should come with papers from a real registry, usually the ABKC. Read our guide on why ABKC papers matter.
3. Puppies have vet care
Ask for vaccine records and a health certificate. Puppies should not go home without them.
4. They follow the law on age
Puppies should be at least 8 weeks old before going home. In Florida, that is the law.
5. They are licensed where required
Ask whether the breeder is licensed. NMG Bullies is a licensed breeder in the state of Florida.
6. They let you visit
A good breeder will welcome a visit by appointment. Be cautious of anyone who refuses every visit or video call.
7. They have a real track record
Look for dogs the breeder has produced, show results and social media history going back years. See our Produced page and Gallery.
8. They answer questions clearly
Ask about deposits, papers, pickup and what is included. A good breeder gives clear, consistent answers.
9. They ask you questions too
Good breeders care where their puppies go. Expect questions about your home and experience.
10. They stay in touch
A reputable breeder offers help after the sale with feeding, training and health questions.
Red flags to watch for
- Prices that seem too good to be true. A champion-line pocket bully for $800 is almost always a scam or a poorly bred puppy.
- No phone calls. If a seller only texts and never calls or video chats, be careful.
- Pressure to pay right now. A real breeder will give you time to ask questions.
- Stolen photos. Do a reverse image search on puppy photos. Scammers often steal photos from real breeders.
- Unusual payment requests. Be very cautious with gift cards, wire transfers to strangers or crypto.
- Shipping fees that keep growing. Scammers often add "crate fees," "insurance fees" and "vet fees" after the first payment.
- No parent information. If they cannot name or show the sire and dam, walk away.
Questions to ask any American Bully breeder
- Can I see the parents, and how big are they?
- What bloodlines are in the pedigree?
- What registry are the puppies registered with?
- What vet care has the puppy received?
- How old will the puppy be at pickup?
- How much is the deposit, and what are the deposit terms?
- Can I visit by appointment?
- What support do you offer after the sale?
How to protect yourself online
- Call the breeder. Hearing a real person helps.
- Video chat to see the puppy live.
- Check the breeder's website, social media and how long their accounts have existed.
- Confirm the payment name matches the business.
- Keep every receipt and message.
At NMG Bullies, our deposit accounts are Cash App $nmgbullies and PayPal paypal.me/nmgbullies, and our phone number is 561-714-2477. If anyone claims to be us with different details, contact us directly before paying.
What a good breeder visit looks like
When you visit a breeder by appointment, pay attention to more than the puppies. Notice whether the area is clean, whether the puppies seem healthy and playful, and how the adult dogs act around people. A calm, friendly mother is a great sign. Ask to see vet records and registration information while you are there.
Do not feel rushed. A good breeder will take the time to answer your questions and will want you to feel confident about your choice.
After the sale
A breeder's job does not end at pickup. Ask what kind of support they offer. At NMG Bullies we stay available for questions about feeding, training and care after your puppy goes home, and we love seeing updates as our puppies grow.
About NMG Bullies
NMG Bullies is a licensed American Bully and French Bulldog breeder in Greenacres, Florida. Our dogs come from four grand champion bloodlines, including Daxline, Venomline, Homieline and Razorsedge. Every American Bully puppy comes with ABKC papers, vet vaccinations and a health certificate, and every French Bulldog comes with AKC papers. Puppies are raised in a home setting.
See our available puppies, read our FAQ, or call or text us to schedule a visit by appointment.