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Summary: From muddy trenches of World War I to the hearts of millions, Sergeant Stubby showed the world what bull-type breeds do best: unwavering loyalty, fierce courage under fire, and a bond with his handler that cuts across time. At Bully Bond Corp we honour Stubby not just as a war dog—but as the ultimate example of the “family-first, protector-always” mindset that lives on in pit and power-breed dogs today.

Born around 1916 on an Army campus in New Haven, Connecticut, Stubby was a stray bull-type terrier mix who wandered into the 102nd Infantry, 26th (Yankee) Division in 1917. His handler, Private Robert Conroy, smuggled him aboard the troop ship bound for France; the division brass allowed it after witnessing Stubby’s discipline. When the division entered the trenches near Cheppy in March 1918, Stubby proved his mettle. He warned troops of incoming gas attacks, located wounded Americans, and once captured a German spy by biting and holding until soldiers arrived—earning him a field promotion to “Sergeant.”

Despite the horrors of the front, Stubby’s temperament was unmistakably that of a loyal companion. He patrolled the lines by day and snored in the dugouts by night, boosting morale through every hardship. After the Armistice, Stubby returned home a national hero—marching in parades, visiting schools, and attending veterans’ events, proudly wearing his uniform covered in medals.

At Bully Bond Corp, what resonates most is Stubby’s character. He embodied the bull-type spirit: protective yet affectionate, strong yet gentle. His story bridges wartime service and the everyday loyalty we still see in power-breeds today—the same courage, devotion, and quiet heroism that lives in every dog that guards a family doorstep. Our “Heroes of the Breed” coffee line carries this heritage forward—each roast a tribute to that unbreakable bond between human and dog.

“There is no better definition of loyalty than a dog who, under fire, doesn’t choose self-preservation—but chooses to stay and help his friend.” — adapted quote

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Summary: Petey embodied the gentle-spirit and family-first loyalty of the bull-type breed just as gloriously as any champion dog. With his trademark ringed eye and comedic charm, Petey helped shape the public’s love for pit and bully-type dogs, proving that strength and character go hand in paw.

In the early 1920s, a small Staffordshire-type bull terrier named Petey made his screen debut in the film shorts of Our Gang, later known as The Little Rascals. With his clean white coat, a black patch over one eye, and a mischievous glint, Petey captured hearts across theatres nationwide. His on-screen antics were more than comedy—they were a gentle demonstration of the bulldog heritage: steadfast, confident, protective of the pack, yet playful with the kids.

Over the years, Petey appeared in dozens of short films and early features, establishing the ideal image of the friendly, family-safe bulldog. He was not the wild, aggressive stereotype that plagued perceptions of bully-types—but the companion the neighborhood kids trusted and adored. His popularity helped shift public attitudes, showing that “bully” breeds could be loyal family members, protectors of children rather than aggressors.

For Bully Bond Corp, Petey represents the flip side of our breed’s legacy: after the battlefield and the kennel, there comes the home. His story shows that the bull-type’s real power lies not in biting force, but in the strength to stay gentle, to guard quietly, and to be the friend you can count on. When your American Bully or Stafford steps into your home and puts his head in your lap, that’s the same spirit Petey carried to the big screen.

“Strength isn’t loud—it holds you even when you’re silent.” — adapted quote

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Summary: In the propaganda posters of World War I, nations were often symbolized by dogs: Britain as the bulldog, France as the French bulldog, Germany as the dachshund — and for America, the pit bull. These weren’t official emblems but powerful images artists used to rally support. The contrast mattered: the dachshund mocked Germany; the bulldog stood for British resolve; and the pit bull — strong, loyal, unyielding — came to embody the American spirit. Our War Dogs banner and roast honor that legacy and the courage it still inspires today.

From the muddy trenches of the First World War to modern combat and peacekeeping missions, war dogs have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with soldiers—showing the same loyalty and courage we celebrate in the bull-type breeds today. At Bully Bond Corp, our “Heroes of the Breed” banner honours every four-legged service member who protects, partners and perseveres.

The use of dogs in warfare stretches back to ancient times—yet it wasn’t until the 20th century that they became formalised as military partners. In World War I, canines carried messages, hauled equipment and patrolled the trenches under fire. By March 13 1942, the U.S.​ Army officially recognised dogs as a combat factor, establishing the War Dog Program within the Quartermaster Corps.

Through World War II, Korea and Vietnam, war dogs proved essential—scouting ahead of patrols, detecting mines, finding wounded troops, and alerting soldiers to unseen danger. Some records suggest these dogs saved thousands of lives.

For the bull-type dog community, these war dogs exemplify the deeper meaning of strength: not just muscle, but mind and heart. They guard the pack when the alarms sound, they remain calm under chaos, and they come home to the same families they protected abroad.

In our “Heroes of the Breed” banner, we honour that lineage. Our coffee roast is not only a tribute to individual dogs, but to the centuries-long heritage of canines who fight for freedom, then walk into a home and become a guardian, companion and friend. And that’s exactly what we believe in with power-breeds: a protector’s instinct, a friend’s love, a family’s heart.

“When the bombs fall, the dog at your side is more than a soldier. He is your bond, your safeguard, your silent promise of return.” — adapted quote