Virtue Bull Terriers

Michelle W.

Breeder of Bull Terriers

Meet the breeder

I'm Michelle W., the breeder behind Virtue Bull Terriers located in Columbus, OH. My goal is to produce healthy, well rounded, outgoing, Bull Terriers that meet the breed standard. All parents are fully health tested as recommended by OFA and the BTCA. This includes echocardiogram (heart), annual urine protein creatinine ratio (kidney disease), patella luxation clearance, BAER testing (hearing) and Lethal Acrodermatitis clearance. Always ask for proof of these tests when buying a puppy! Puppies born here are socialized with varying sizes of dogs, cats, and many people. Puppies are also raised using Puppy Culture. I do everything I can to ensure my puppies are ready to take on the world.

Q. & A. with Michelle

Why did you start breeding?
I learned the hard way the difference between having a well bred dog vs not. As a Veterinary Assistant, I see this problem quite frequently. Some scenarios end with broken hearts. The Bull Terrier is a breed that is prone to many issues (mentally and physically). One must be careful with their Bull Terrier breeding program to produce well rounded, healthy, adaptable dogs with solid temperaments. This is my goal. I want to breed high-quality dogs for others to love as much as I do.
What makes your program special?
I title my breeding prospects and do all of the health testing recommended by the Bull Terrier Club of America and Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. I require an application to ensure a Bull Terrier is the right breed for you. This application will also help me match a puppy with your lifestyle and expectations! I also require a signed contract. This allows both breeder and owner to know what is expected of one another.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and red smut, white, and red smut and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Lita
Went home
Female
Cain
Went home
Male
Dio
Went home
Male
Syd
Went home
Male

Getting a puppy from Michelle

Michelle has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes health guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, microchip and testing for genetic deafness (BAER testing). All puppies are the same price regardless of gender, color, or show quality.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michelle may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Michelle offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Michelle directly.

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What's included

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  - Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
  - 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
  - Puppy Training Program & private community
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michelle.

Breeder's location

Meet in Columbus, OH

308 miles away

More about Michelle

Club memberships
Michelle is a member of Columbus All Breed Training Club, Buckeye Bull Terrier Club, and Bull terrier club of America .
Certifications & recognitions
Veterinary assistant, Puppy Culture Breeder, CHIC Certified.
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Virtue Bull Terriers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies

Parent dogs

All breeds

Miniature Bull Terrier

Bull Terrier

Piper, mom
Miniature Bull Terrier
About Piper
Piper is a goofy, lovable girl who loves to play and cuddle! She is good with other dogs, cats and enjoys going for hikes!
Ryn, mom
Bull Terrier
About Ryn
Ryn is a laid back, confident, level headed girl with an amazing temperament! She is wonderful with other dogs, cats and children. She also enjoys snuggling up on the couch in a "bully pile" with the other bullies at home, playing fetch or tug, going on hikes, meeting people and other dogs at events and swimming!
Uploaded health tests
Patellar Luxation, Kidney Disease (UPCR), +2 more.

Parent health testing

Virtue Bull Terriers reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Bull Terriers.

Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Kidney Disease (UPCR)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.