NKC Registered American Bulldogs
The National Kennel Club has been supporting American Bulldogs since 1964, making it one of the longest-standing registries for the breed.
Early History
John D. Johnson registered his dogs with the NKC in 1970 under the breed name "American Pit Bulldog" -- before the name was officially changed to American Bulldog through Tom Stodgill's ARF.
NKC Titles
The NKC offers a progressive title system for American Bulldogs:
- Champion
- Grand Champion
- Supreme Champion
American Bulldog of the Year
The NKC's American Bulldog of the Year competition is one of the breed's most prestigious honors. Notable winners include:
- 2009 -- Jeff Dailey (Dailey's American Bulldogs)
- 2017 -- Don Matthews with Konfederate Kennels Jezebel 5
Dual Registration with ABRA
ABRA dual registers NKC dogs, preserving their pedigrees and show records in the American Bulldog Archive alongside records from every other major registry.