Registring All bully dog breeds including the American Bully, Pit Bull, Olde English Bulldogge and more. (original) (raw)

The Molossus (Greek: Μολοσσὸς) (also known as the Molossian hound or molosser) were dogs that belonged to the ancient Greek tribe and kingdom of the Molossians.

The American Bully Association ( ABA ) is an exclusive all-bully and short-haired molosser and mastiff breed registry focusing on the registration, genealogy tracking, education, and responsible ownership of ALL bully, molosser, and mastiff breeds around the world. Provided is a list of breeds served along with a link to their breed standard and registration options. If a molosser/mastiff breed you are interested in is not included, please let us know.

At the American Bully Association ( ABA ), we have made a great effort to provide our members and the community with information and services unmatched by any registry in the world.

The American Bully in our name is a testament to ALL bully breeds worldwide, not just the breed that also goes by the name American Bully. However, we have an affinity for the American Bully as a newly developing breed and support the community with its registration and support services.

The bully dog breeds of America, Europe, the Middle, and the Far East have had great influence nationally and internationally on today's bully breeds. These influences are prominent in many of the breed standards we have included in our accepted breeds list.

At American Bully Association, we recognize all short hair dog breeds that share any of the known molosser/mastiff lineage known to make up bully and associated dog breeds we know today.

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What is known about their history

Molosser breeds date back to nearly the beginning of recorded history. Dogs of this type can be found in ancient paintings, old pictures and throughout written literature.

What are breed standards

Standards or better understood as the physical and historical way in which a breed is defined and can be found under each breed heading within the American Bully Association ( ABA ) accepted breed listings. Some standards are more formal such as those within defined breeds, yet for others they are more in flux and under current evolution based on their developing breed status.

Can my dog be registered with the American Bully Association ( ABA )?

Yes, as long as your dog meets one of our accepted breed standards we can register it through the American Bully Association ( ABA ).

Am I required to provide genealogy information to register my dog?

No, providing genealogy / pedigree information (such as your dog’s parents) is not required. However, if such genealogy / pedigree information is known it should be submitted for inclusion and research. The level of pedigree that you receive with registration is based on a combination of what you submit and what our research reveals based on your initial input.

What does it cost to register my dog with the American Bully Association?

The single dog registration fess is $37.
The following discounts are available when registration of more than one dog is needed.
* 2 Dogs’ Registration = $67
* 3 Dogs’ registration = $87
* 4 = $97
* 5 = $105

What does it cost to register a litter?

+ Litter registration is based on litter size.
+ Each individual pup for the first 10 pups = $10 per pup.
+ For litters larger than 10 pups each pup after the 10th is free.

Must both parents be registered with the American Bully Association (ABA) in order to register a litter?

+ No. It is only required that one parent is either currently registered or simultaneously registered with the litter. However, in order to register a litter, both parents must meet one of our recognized breed class standards.
+ While it is not required both parents be ABA registered during litter registration it is highly encouraged.
+ Only having one parent registered can significantly impact how well the dog Family is tracked over time.

Where can I find a single registration form for my dog?

+ This link will take you to the single dog registration options. Single Registration
+ On the provided link you will have the option to submit from 1-5 single dog registrations at a time.
+ All forms have the option of convenient online submission or if preferred print and mailable forms.
+ All forms come with complete, easy to follow instructions.

Where can I find a litter registration form?

+ This link will take you to the litter registration option. Litter Registration
+ All forms have the option of convenient online submission or if preferred print and mailable forms.
+ All forms come with complete, easy to follow instructions.

Can I register an entire dogs' Family (Mom, Dad and Litter) simultaneously?

+ This link will take you to the family registration options Family Registration
+ All forms have the option of convenient online submission or if preferred print and mailable forms.
+ All forms come with complete, easy to follow instructions.

What if I only need to register a litter and one parent?

+ This link will take you to the litter plus 1 parent registration option. Litter Plus 1 Parent
+ All forms have the option of convenient online submission or if preferred print and mailable forms.
+ All forms come with complete, easy to follow instructions.

How do I complete the transfer process for my ABA pre-registered pup/dog?

+ If a pup is pre-registered by your breeder through litter registration that breeder will receive an individual certificate per pup.
+ Each pre-registered litter pup certificate comes with the proper transfer completion form listed on the back of the certificate.
+The transfer certificate can only be found on the back of a pre-registered litter pup’s certificate and IS NOT available directly to the public via the website.
+ The transfer form instructions reveal how you can properly finalize your pup’s registration to include ownership information, any desired name change, listing and access to your dogs’ LIVE Family tracking profile, upgraded access to member benefits and creation of an enhanced dedicated account through our social network ImSocialBull.com.
+The transfer process including postage is FREE for all ABA transfers.

How long does the registration process take?

+ Litter related registrations receive the highest priority and are typically processed in 2-4 weeks.
+ The standard registration process including transfers for an individual dog registration is typically 6-8 weeks.

What level pedigree is available?

+ At the ABA we provide FREE print quality pedigrees up to 7 generations.
+ If qualified Platinum Pedigrees are available of 8-11 Generations.
+ If a dog qualifies for Platinum Pedigree status the owner will be notified and provided upgrade options.

What is a Platinum Pedigree?

+ The Platinum Pedigree is the world’s largest print quality pedigree with up to 2,047 relationships.
+ The Platinum Pedigree is based on proprietary technology and exclusive to the American Bully Association

+ Comparisons are:
* ADBA 7 generation showing a maximum of 255 relationships
* UKC 6 generation showing a maximum of 127 relationships
* AKC and ABKC’s 5 generation pedigrees showing a maximum of 31 relationships.

Where can I acquire a pedigree template for submitting my dog's known genealogy / pedigree information?

+ When submitting a pedigree or genealogy for inclusion and research the following are the best options:
* When an official pedigree from another registry is available it should be submitted either by taking and providing high quality digital pictures or if mailing by photocopy. The largest ones available should be submitted as the more you provide the more we can research on your behalf.
* When official pedigrees are not available but genealogy is known it can be provided to us in the form of a link to your online resource if available or by printing and completing our free available template located here: MS Word Print And Editable Template or PDF Print Template

Can I submit a pedigree or newly discovered genealogy at a later date?

+ Yes, as a registered member you are encouraged to provide additional information as learned and available.
+ All added information will be made available both online in your dogs Family tracking profile as well as print quality options available.
+ All information will be researched for additional relationships used to further enhance your dogs’ Family knowledge absolutely FREE.

Membership Info

As a member what does replacement material cost in the event of loss or damage?

+ Nothing, anytime reasonable replacements of material is needed this is provided as a FREE member benefit.
+ All we need is you to request which specific material needs to be replaced and to verify you current mailing and email addresses to ensure proper receipt.

What are the available member benefits to American Bully Association members?

+ Pride of registration
+ Access to unprecedented genealogy and Family tracking
+ Added and Improved value in breed stock
+ Greater profits in breeding arrangements
+ FREE Kennel Certification for breeders
+ Exclusive access to unique promotional opportunities
+ Access to thousands of members world wide
+ Social media account with free enhancements
+ Access to place unlimited FREE marketing/classified adds including with pictures
+ Extended benefits only available through the American Bully Association
+ MUCH, MUCH, more...

Members can login to their account through our social network HERE.