Bruiser Bulldogs is home to responsibly raised English Bulldog puppies. We are English Bulldog breeders dedicated to breeding health tested, well rounded English Bulldog puppies.
Known for the “healthy bulldog”, we have dedicated our breeding program to developing bulldogs that breathe well and avoid the health problems that plague many within the breed.
Our Reviews
Dani W.
We adopted our sweet Willow in December of 2023 from Bruiser Bulldogs after losing our frenchie due to severe health issues. We did lots and lots of research and one of the things we noticed was the love and care Erica and Mitch put into each one of their bulldogs and their litters, and their dedication to maintaining healthy happy bulldogs was enough for us to call. Here we are almost 2 years later and she’s the funniest, sweetest, athletic, most loyal, and more importantly, the HEALTHIEST bulldog we’ve ever met. Our vet has even said she’s never seen a healthier, cleaner English bulldog in all her years. We can’t wait to adopt our next one. 10/10, if you’re looking for a new addition to your family, Bruiser Bulldogs is the only way to go.
Lisa K.
Bruiser Bulldogs breeds a well balanced bulldog with best breathing, hips and size. An overall healthy structure helps Bruiser Bulldogs enjoy their lives almost as much as we owners enjoy them. Owner of many over the years, our Johnny Legend is remarkably special.
Kimberly M.
Getting my Mason from Bruiser Bulldogs was one of the best decisions we've ever made! From the very beginning, the experience was professional, caring, and full of support. Our pup is not only adorable but also incredibly well-socialized, healthy, and full of personality. You can tell Bruiser Bulldogs puts real love and attention into their breeding program.
They were transparent, helpful, and answered all of our questions along the way. It’s clear they truly care about the well-being of their dogs—not just while they’re in their care, but for their whole lives.
Our bulldog has brought so much joy to our home and we constantly get compliments on how beautiful and sweet he is. If you're looking for a reputable, ethical, and loving breeder, we highly recommend Bruiser Bulldogs.
Thank you for helping us complete our family!
Deb C.
Love Bruiser Bulldogs. Cass (Mindy) is almost 8! She is the love of our family! She's healthy, plays hard, smart, and just so sweet!! Love the care put into their breeding process. Their love of the breed shines through! Highly recommend!!
Tracey M.
high quality, healthy bulldog ! Bruiser Bulldog is the Breeder to trust! They are responsible Breeders, who care about the long term health of their bulldogs. Their way of socializing and caring for their puppies is like no other. They exceeded our expectations with the quality of their dogs. Our Rocco who is now 11 and 1/2 has unbelievable temperament , very athletic built and breathing is nothing like any other bulldogs we have owned. He fit right into our lives and was the best addition to our family. We couldn’t be any happier with him!
Christina V.
A Forever Grateful Bulldog Mama
Our sweet girl Rizzo just turned 5, and not a day goes by that I don’t thank Bruiser Bulldogs for bringing her into our lives. From the moment we first connected with them, it was clear that this breeder wasn’t just about dogs, they’re about family.
Rizzo has been everything we hoped for in an English Bulldog — affectionate, loyal, goofy, and full of personality (and yes, snoring included!). She’s incredibly healthy, with strong genetics and a gentle temperament that makes her the perfect mix of cuddly companion and stubborn little queen.
Bruiser Bulldogs provided top-tier care, clear communication, and transparency throughout the adoption process. They truly raise their pups in a loving environment, and it shows in every wrinkle and wiggle of our Rizzo.
If you’re looking for a reputable, compassionate, and responsible bulldog breeder, one who genuinely puts the dogs first, Bruiser Bulldogs is it. Our family is better because of Rizzo, and we’ll forever be proud members of the Bruiser Bulldog family.
— Christina K. & Rizzo 🐾
Jessie D.
For anyone looking for a healthy, athletic, family bulldog, look no further. Bruiser Bulldogs are truly making this breed healthier and not breeding for the overly wrinkly unhealthy look. We have been so impressed with our Stella’s disposition and health and athleticism. Our vet has continued to be impressed with how healthy she is. No breathing issues whatsoever. She lives in Florida with our frenchie, boxer, and Scottish fold and is a great member of the pack. She is truly apart of the family and we couldn’t life without her. We will 100% get another bulldog from bruiser when we are ready for another one.
Collyn N.
We have had our Bruiser Bulldog, Jackson for 5 years and he is the picture of health and personality! His breathing is wonderful. He is very athletic and is often mistaken for a puppy! He has no allergies or other common bulldog ailments. He is the best thing to happen to our family and we couldn’t love him more! My mom has his sister who is from the same liter and she is also extremely healthy! I could not recommend Bruiser Bulldogs enough if you want HEALTHY bulldogs! Thank you guys so much!
Gretchen D.
We love our Bruiser Bulldog Josh Allen. He is two and a half years old and loves being active and social. I always get compliments on how healthy and athletic he is. People are shocked when he races around the dog park or runs into Lake Michigan from the beach.
We are a certified dog therapy team and Josh is great with kids at schools. Super calm and doesn’t mind a lot of noise and action.
Highly recommend Bruiser if you have always dreamed of a bulldog like me!
Sam N.
We had an excellent experience with Bruiser! It was important to us to get a puppy from a loving and ethical breeder and we certainly found that with bruiser. We also appreciated all of the resources that they provided as well as the socializing they do with their puppies.
Our girl is a year old now and a very happy and healthy.
Madi R.
Such a great experience working with them! Process was easy, professional and you can tell they have such a passion for these precious babies. Our sweet Georgia is absolutely perfect!
Shonna R.
We have had an excellent experience with Bruiser Bulldog. They are very professional breeders. We got our puppy back at the end of Aug 2024 Kitty is an amazing puppy❤️ .
Belinda B.
Highly recommend Bruiser Bulldogs! We love our puppy Mack! Such an easy adoption process and great folks to work with!
Skyler R.
I always wanted a English Bulldog but they have major health issues.
After doing my research about breeders I found Brusier Bulldogs. They focus on health. So when I got the call I flew out that weekend to meet my doggo. Once I received my Bruiser Bulldog i fall in love! She is well behaved. Great personality And excellent health!
Brusier Bulldogs thank you for giving me an excellent addition to the family!
Seth R.
Hey guys, I wanted to thank you again for everything. Meredith has been an amazing addition to our family. She has been so good with being in her create and using the yard to go to the bathroom. Everywhere I bring her people melt over her. Best of all, she loves our kids and makes them so happy. if anyone in my town ever wants a bulldog, we will make sure it's from you guys. We also went to the vet yesterday and the appointment was great. She's perfectly healthy! If you ever buy a Bulldog, don't look anywhere else. Bruiser Bulldog is the absolute best! Thank you again!!!
Kim S.
We got our sweet babies from Bruisers Bulldogs 5 and 3 years ago. Our vet says they are the healthiest bulldogs he has ever seen. Winston and Gwen have brought nothing but pure joy to our lives since the day they each came home. We love them endlessly.
Jessica B.
We had such an amazing experience at Bruiser Bulldogs! They've been so friendly, responsive and helpful. We love that they breed English Bulls with their health as the main priority, not just their looks, that was the main reason we chose them. And we love our bull so much! He's such a good boy and is so well behaved, most of the time 😉
Kelly M.
I knew I wanted an English bulldog but had no experience or knowledge raising one. I am so thankful that in my google search of breeders, I came across Bruiser Bulldogs. In my research of getting to know the breed, I did find how they have so many ailments and a lot of breeders breed for the looks. When I read Bruiser Bulldogs mission of breeding for health, I KNEW they were the right people! We have had our Rosie Posie for a year and a half now and she is just the best. Erica still answers my questions (such as best joint supplements, and so on) and is so kind and gracious. When we first took Rosie to our vet, they said she was the best looking English bulldog they have seen. When they tested her blood, they also said they were amazed by how healthy her blood markers are. I am so grateful to Bruiser bulldogs and their mission. They will be part of our family and will always be who we go to when we get an English bulldog!
Caroline F.
Four years ago we got our first bulldog(Bailey-Elizabeth) from Mitch and Erica, they were so wonderful to deal with and so very knowledgeable about the breed. A year later we were blessed with her biological brother(Bentley/Timothy), we haven't had any health issues and our vet raves about how perfect they both are. They were both graduates of Ellie's School of Socialization. We are going to be getting another soon, we just love them so very much. Thank you Bruiser Bulldogs for making our family complete!!🥰Brian and Caroline Donnelly
Stacie F.
We patiently (not really!) waited for our little girl! It’s obvious Mitch and Erica have a passion for this breed, which is why we chose them as a breeder. They made the adoption process very easy and answered all of our questions. We got nothing but great feedback from her first vet visit. We are only 3 weeks in and cannot imagine life without her 💗💕 We wanted a puppy based on personality and Erica was spot on! We are so thankful for Mitch and Erica trusting us with one of their babies.
Nancy U.
We're so grateful we discovered Erica! Her commitment to responsible breeding and exceptional socialization really shows in the outstanding quality of her bulldogs. We had our pup delivered to Ohio and the process was flawless and seamless from start to finish. Our little girl arrived beautifully adjusted and eager to be part of our loving family. The personality matching system truly works wonders - she has exactly the gentle, playful nature we were hoping to find. The ongoing care and support we've received demonstrates their sincere dedication to each puppy's success.
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Barbara R.
What an incredible adventure with Bruiser Bulldogs! The comprehensive health testing gives you such confidence about your important decision. Erica's dedication to matching the right dog with the perfect family through detailed personality assessments is truly impressive and thorough. Our bulldog arrived confident, well-socialized, and ideally suited to our household dynamics. We made the journey from Ohio to pick him up and cherished every moment of meeting her. The ethical breeding practices and continued support show they genuinely care about their puppies' futures. Our little guy is now 6 months old and has filled our lives with pure joy.
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Lewis C.
Mitch's personality matching system is pure brilliance! We had our bulldog delivered to Ohio and she's been absolutely perfect.
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Janet H.
Outstanding experience with Erica! Her personality assessments are remarkably accurate and insightful beyond belief. We drove from Ohio to meet her and pick up our bulldog, and the personal connection was truly special and memorable. Our pup has exceeded every hope we had and continues to surprise us with his gentle intelligence and loving spirit. The responsible breeding practices and thorough health screening make all the difference in the world. You can tell she genuinely loves her work and puts the dogs' wellbeing above everything else.
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Frank V.
The health screening at Bruiser Bulldogs is unmatched! Our little girl arrived perfectly trained and ready for anything.
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Gloria B.
We had our bulldog delivered right to our Ohio home and the entire process was smooth and professional from beginning to end. Mitch's dedication to health testing and proper socialization is remarkable, and you can see the results immediately in how well-adjusted our puppy arrived. Our boy has the sweetest temperament and continues to flourish in our family environment. The personality matching truly works magic - he has exactly the calm, affectionate nature we were seeking. Erica's commitment to ethical breeding practices provides total confidence. The care and ongoing support we've received has been exceptional throughout this wonderful journey.
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Carl S.
Erica's approach to personality matching is absolutely incredible! Our bulldog has exceeded every single expectation we had.
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Norma C.
What a remarkable experience! Mitch's commitment to responsible breeding really shows in the exceptional quality of his bulldogs. We had our little girl delivered to Ohio and she arrived exactly as he promised - spirited yet calm, intelligent, and beautifully socialized. The comprehensive health testing process gave us complete confidence and peace of mind. Our bulldog is now 5 months old and has brought endless laughter and happiness to our household. The ethical breeding practices at Bruiser Bulldogs truly set them apart from other breeders we researched during our search.
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Roy F.
Bruiser Bulldogs is phenomenal! The personality testing process helped us find our ideal match. Our pup has the most gentle nature.
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Donna H.
We made the trip from Ohio to pick up our bulldog and meeting Erica was truly unforgettable in every possible way. Her dedication to ethical breeding practices shines through in every single aspect of her remarkable operation, from the meticulous health screening to the outstanding socialization program. Our little guy arrived confident, well-balanced, and ready to embrace his new life with boundless enthusiasm. He's now 8 months old and continues to amaze us with his sweet personality and playful antics every single day. The ongoing support we've received demonstrates their genuine commitment to each puppy's lifelong happiness and wellbeing. Erica's incredible ability to assess personalities and create perfect family matches is truly an extraordinary gift. We couldn't have imagined finding a more wonderful companion for our specific lifestyle and home environment.
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Jack S.
Mitch's health testing is incredibly comprehensive! Our bulldog arrived with the perfect calm disposition and has been absolutely amazing.
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Jenny Y.
Outstanding! Mitch's health screening process is incredibly thorough and our bulldog has the most wonderful temperament imaginable.
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Horace C.
What a fantastic adventure with Bruiser Bulldogs! The comprehensive health testing gives you such confidence and assurance about your important choice. Erica's dedication to matching the right dog with the perfect family through detailed personality assessments is truly remarkable and impressive. Our bulldog arrived confident, well-socialized, and ideally suited to our specific household dynamics. We made the journey from Connecticut to pick him up and treasured every moment of meeting her. The ethical breeding practices and continued support demonstrate they genuinely care about their puppies' futures. Our little guy is now 7 months old and has filled our lives with pure happiness and joy.
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Nadine P.
Mitch's personality matching system is absolutely brilliant! We had our bulldog delivered to Connecticut and she's been perfect.
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Otis C.
Incredible experience with Erica! Her personality assessments are remarkably precise and thoughtful beyond measure. We drove from Connecticut to meet her and pick up our bulldog, and the personal connection was absolutely wonderful and heartwarming. Our pup has exceeded every hope we had and continues to surprise us with his gentle intelligence and loving heart. The responsible breeding practices and thorough health screening make all the difference. You can tell she genuinely loves her work and prioritizes the dogs' wellbeing above everything else.
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Yvonne V.
The health testing at Bruiser Bulldogs is completely unmatched! Our little girl arrived perfectly adjusted and ready for adventure.
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Irving H.
We had our bulldog delivered right to our Connecticut doorstep and the entire experience was seamless and professional from start to finish. Erica's dedication to health testing and proper socialization is remarkable, and the results are immediately visible in how well-adjusted our puppy arrived. Our boy has the sweetest temperament and continues to flourish beautifully in our family environment. The personality matching works like absolute magic - he has exactly the calm, loving nature we were desperately seeking. Mitch's commitment to ethical breeding practices provides complete confidence. The care and ongoing support we've received has been exceptional throughout this incredible journey.
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Lucinda M.
Mitch's approach to personality matching is pure genius! Our bulldog has surpassed every expectation we had.
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Clyde B.
What an outstanding journey! Erica's dedication to responsible breeding really shines through in the exceptional quality of her bulldogs. We had our little guy delivered to Connecticut and he arrived exactly as she promised - loving yet playful, intelligent, and wonderfully socialized. The comprehensive health testing process provided complete confidence in our decision. Our bulldog is now 9 months old and has brought endless joy and laughter to our household. The ethical breeding practices at Bruiser Bulldogs truly distinguish them from every other breeder we considered.
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Millicent F.
Bruiser Bulldogs is fantastic! The health screening gave us total peace of mind. Our pup arrived beautifully trained.
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Warren S.
We drove from Connecticut to pick up our bulldog and meeting Mitch was the most amazing experience we could have imagined. His commitment to ethical breeding practices is evident in every single detail of his outstanding operation, from the thorough health testing to the incredible socialization work. Our little girl arrived confident, well-adjusted, and ready to conquer the world alongside us. She's now 4 months old and continues to delight us with her sweet personality and intelligent nature every single day. The ongoing support we've received shows their genuine dedication to each puppy's lifelong wellbeing and happiness. Mitch's extraordinary ability to assess personalities and create perfect matches is truly a rare and wonderful gift. We couldn't have asked for a more ideal companion or a better breeding experience overall.
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Priscilla W.
Erica's personality assessments are absolutely phenomenal! Our bulldog has the most incredible gentle spirit and arrived perfectly socialized.
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Lyle F.
Bruiser Bulldogs completely changed our world! The personality testing helped us discover our absolutely perfect furry companion.
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Irene C.
What an amazing experience! Mitch's dedication to ethical breeding practices is evident in every single interaction and conversation we've had. We drove from Alabama to pick up our bulldog and the personal attention was absolutely incredible and heartwarming. Our boy arrived healthy, confident, and perfectly matched to our specific lifestyle and family needs. The comprehensive health screening they conduct gives you total confidence in this important life decision. Erica's ability to assess temperaments and create ideal pairings is truly an extraordinary talent. Our bulldog is now 6 months old and continues to thrive and flourish in our home. The love and care these precious puppies receive is evident from the very first moment they arrive.
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Horace B.
The health testing at Bruiser Bulldogs is absolutely exceptional! Our bulldog has brought immense joy and arrived exactly as Erica predicted and promised.
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Who We Are
Recognized as a top bulldog breeder in the country with over fifteen years of experience
We are highly reviewed by our past adopters – 4.8 star average on our Google review average
Uniquely known for providing families with our healthy and highly functional English Bulldogs
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Bulldogs are unique- Our goal is to prep our adopters with as much bulldog knowledge as possible
We have one of the largest collections of bulldog specific education on the internet
Health Tested Parents
We do personality testing to ensure that each puppy is a good match for their family
Health screening focuses on: Trachea, Nostrils, Palate, Eyes, Hips, Heart, and Tail
Head to Tail Puppy Examination
Performed by our licensed veterinarian
Customized Personality Profiling
We do personality testing to ensure that each puppy is a good match for their family
Personal Follow-Up After Puppy Goes Home
We are fully invested in supporting our adopters during the critical transition period
Each of Our Puppies Come With:
-AKC Registration from “Bred With Heart AKC Breeder”
-Bag of puppy food
-Internal parasite prevention
-Blanket that has been with their litter
-First puppy grooming
-Starter toys
-Fully up to date on vaccinations
English Bulldog Adoption Process
Through years of experienced we have developed a tried and true adoption process devoted to matching the correct puppy with their adopter family. We are strong advocates of thoroughly understanding the adopter family dynamic and preferences and guiding each family in the selection process. Successful adoptions are never accidents and ensuring the bulldog puppy and their family are compatible matches is essential.
Steps of our adoption process:
1. First email and then verbal interview – adoption questionnaires have historically been a responsible dog breeder’s “go to” for getting to know a potential adopter. Over the years, we have found that almost all adopters, both good and bad, know the correct answers to an adopter form. In reality, effective screenings are much more nuanced than a static form allows for. For this reason, we believe verbal interaction via a phone conversation really cannot be beat. Potential English Bulldog puppy adopters should expect to talk about work schedule, family/pet structure, and expectations to ensure a Bruiser Bulldog is the best fit for your family.
2. Deposit – We require a non-refundable $500 deposit to join our wait list for the next English Bulldog puppy available.
3. Selecting your English Bulldog Puppy – Once an adopter has made their way through the waiting list, we will begin the puppy selection process. Prior to the selection, pictures of available English Bulldog puppies with be shared. We will discuss the personality of each potential puppy in detail via a phone conversation* (details on personality profiling are below), and the strengths and weaknesses of each potential English Bulldog puppy candidate will be weighed before a selection. Ultimately, the final decision is made by the adopter family, but we will do our best to provide support and information to help along the way.
*English Bulldog Puppy Personality Profiling – In order to ensure we understand (and correctly match) each bulldog puppy with their correct family we must understand each personality. We conduct our personality profiling by spending a large amount of time with each puppy and noting both their energy levels and dominance/submissive levels. This process requires each puppy to be around 4-5 weeks of age before we can confidently profile each puppy’s personality correctly. Some adopters request (and we deny) to choose their puppy as early as 2 weeks of age. This selection approach is short sighted and often ends in disaster as the adopter has no idea what kind of English Bulldog they are purchasing before their selection.
4. English Bulldog Puppy Prep and pickup information – Once we have matched an adopter with their English Bulldog puppy for sale, we will transition to preparing each adopter for their new puppy. We will coordinate a pickup date and provide the adopter with a puppy supply list that includes all the basics they will need before getting their new English Bulldog puppy!
FAQs
Like all things in life, breeding for health is simply a matter of priority. We are blind to many of the breed priorities that distract other bulldog breeders from improving the health of their Bulldog. We focus on health and personality and very little else. We are not interested in winning a blue ribbon in the show ring. Rather, we test for things like elongated soft palates, narrow tracheas, stenotic nares, luxation in the patellar tendons, heart defects, cherry eye, optic cilia, entropion, ect. We focus and prioritize creating healthy bloodlines, therefore our bulldogs are typically much healthier than the breed as a whole. While it’s not rocket science, it is a uniquely different take within bulldog breeders and all of our AKC English Bulldog Puppies for sale reflect this value set.
Our true desire is to create the perfect family bulldog. We believe a healthy bulldog = a happy family. We also believe a bulldog bred for the correct personality is essential to the family unit as well. A Bruiser Bulldog is bred for intelligence and playfulness. We want our bulldogs to be full of personality and some quirk. We believe a full personality along with a little stubbornness is the true North star of the bulldog breed and is what makes them unique among other breeds. We look for these personality traits in our adult bulldogs and continue to create bloodlines that reflect these qualities and produce high quality English Bulldogs for sale.
We are located in the Northeast corner of Indiana. We just happen to be about 2.5 hour drive from the Illinois state line and specifically Chicago. We are also about a 30 minute drive from the Michigan and Ohio state lines. Other major cities within 2.5 hour driving distance are Indianapolis, Detroit, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland. If you are looking for an English Bulldog puppy near you and happen to be in one of these areas we are certainly within close proximity.
A large portion of our adopters are located on the East Coast and Southern states. While many do make the drive to pickup, we also offer a delivery service to those with extremely busy schedules or limited ability to travel. We personally, hand delivery our AKC bulldogs to our East Coast and Southern adopter’s homes to ensure they arrive safe and stress free. We also utilize our own flight nanny for our West Coast adopters looking to have their puppy hand delivered. Whether through pickup or through delivery service, we try to be the type of bulldog breeder that is ethical and responsible to both our bulldogs and adopters. If you are looking for an AKC English Bulldog for Sale, we have several safe options for delivery.
Greetings From The Wysongs!
Northern Indiana based, Bruiser Bulldogs offers purebred English Bulldog Puppies for sale to loving adopters seeking to find a higher quality English Bulldog. As English Bulldog breeders, Mitch and Erica Wysong have dedicated themselves to a lifelong journey of changing the culture and societal pressures of poor breeding practices within the English Bulldog Community.
Mitch and Erica believe in producing a healthy English Bulldog puppy first and foremost. Through years of research and development, Bruiser Bulldogs is leading a new movement away from the overdone, wrinkled bulldog that has been long plagued by health problems. By embracing a healthier, more athletic look they are able to ensure that each and every English Bulldog Puppy for sale by Bruiser Bulldogs is supported by a platform of health tested, clean genetics.
Upon adoption, each family that takes on the responsibility of a Bruiser Bulldog enters into an active and vibrant communal family of bulldog owners. Mitch and Erica believe it is their responsibility to provide emotional and mental support for the lifetime of each and every English Bulldog puppy they produce. To ensure the success of every adoption, Bruiser Bulldogs will always be committed to helping Bruiser Bulldog adopters care for their English Bulldogs to the best of their ability.
