Bobby Hall PIT BULL BREEDER AND CONDITIONER

Bobby Hall of Houston, Texas is one of the most respected figures in the history of the American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT). Known as a apbt breeder, pitbull conditioner, and historian of the gamedog breed, Hall’s legacy is inseparable from the game dog tradition and the preservation of pit bull bloodlines that shaped the modern APBT. His work with legendary gamedogs like Walling’s Bullyson and Halliburton’s Benny Bob placed him at the center of some of the most talked‑about events in APBT history.

Bobby Hall grew up in Texas, surrounded by pitbull's and apbt dogmen who valued gameness above all. His philosophy was simple: a game bulldog must be game first, with the courage to scratch no matter the odds. He also valued dogs with knockout power and unorthodox styles, believing that conditioning and heart defined champions more than pedigrees alone.

Bobby Hall’s yard produced and conditioned numerous PIT BULL DOG that became household names in APBT history. Bobby Hall Kennel breeding program emphasized:

• Gameness – the defining trait of the APBT.

• Athletic structure – dogs built for endurance and performance.

• Selective breeding – only the gamest individuals were retained for reproduction.

Among his most famous dogs were:

• Princess – out of Ms. Boobs and Robert, considered Hall’s best female.

• Ben – pitbull conditioned by Bobby Hall and later matched in Taiwan, winning against Gr. Ch. Mikey.

• Bert – a stud dog acquired from Dennis Meier, remembered for his scars and heart, winning three straight matches in one year.

• Swamper, Jailhouse, Shorty – exported to England, strengthening APBT bloodlines abroad.

• Halliburton’s Benny Bob – sired by Bullyson, remembered for his epic match against his father.

Conditioning Expertise

Bobby Hall was renowned for his apbt conditioning methods, often referred to as a master of the “pitbull keep.” His system combined apbt treadmill and Jenny work, hand walking, rubdowns, and carefully balanced diets. He believed conditioning was an art form, requiring patience, precision, and dedication. His methods influenced generations of dogmen worldwide, including breeders like Maurice Carver, Earl Tudor, Floyd Boudreaux, Don Mayfield, and Pat Perry, who respected Hall’s approach

Bobby Hall’s influence extended beyond his own yard. He mentored young dogmen from Europe, Asia, and the United States, sharing his philosophy and techniques. His writings, interviews, and stories continue to inspire APBT enthusiasts today. Hall is remembered as a guardian of APBT history, a man whose passion and ethics preserved the essence of the breed.