Does your bulldog have what it takes to be the Bully Ball's Next Top Model?
English and French Bulldogs are some of the most photogenic dogs out there, and this is a chance to give your dog's fantastic wrinkles and captivating personality center stage!
To win, enter your English or French Bulldog's photo in our contest, then get everyone you know to vote for your bulldog. The top two dogs who raise the most money for Georgia English Bulldog Rescue wins. Sorry folks, this contest is only open to English and French Bulldogs.
Contest entry is only a $20 donation, and each vote is $1 ($10 minimum to vote). For each $10 donation your name will be entered into the raffle. The raffle will include items such as Bully Ball tickets, your dogs image on our rescue van for one month, custom artwork of your dog, and more!
All donations benefit Georgia English Bulldog Rescue.
Two Grand Prize Winners will have their image used as the cover models for all of Bully Ball Seventeen marketing graphics, (1) GEBR Bully Blanket, (1) Duke & Winston tote bag with toys and treats and (1) 5x7 matted "line art" photo of your dog.
Two First Runner Up Winners will have their image used for 30 days on the GEBR social media site (month to be determined by GEBR), (1) Duke & Winston tote bag with toys and treats (1) and 5x7 matted "line art" photo of your dog.
All Other Contestants that raise over $1,000 will each receive (1) 5x7 matted "line art" photo of your dog and one entry into a drawing to win one of two Duke & Winston tote bags with toys and treats (this raffle excludes Grand Prize Winners and First Runner Ups).
Once you submit your entry, share it with your family and friends and encourage them to vote!
Please follow Georgia English Bulldog Rescue on Facebook and Instagram and our website at thebullyball.com for important details.
Prizes
Grand Prize Winners
The Grand Prize Winners will be named Top Dogs for Bully Ball Seventeen on February 28, 2026. We will award two Grand Prize Winners that will have their image used as the cover models for all of Bully Ball Seventeen marketing graphics, (1) GEBR Bully Blanket, (1) Duke & Winston tote bag with toys and treats and (1) 5x7 matted "line art" photo of your dog.
First Runner Ups
We will award two First Runner Up Winners. First Runner Up Winners will have their image used for 30 days on the GEBR social media site (month to be determined by GEBR), (1) Duke & Winston tote bag with toys and treats (1) and 5x7 matted "line art" photo of your dog.
All Other Contestants that raise over $1,000
All Other Contestants that raise over $1,000 will each receive (1) 5x7 matted "line art" photo of your dog and one entry into a drawing to win one of two Duke & Winston tote bags with toys and treats (this raffle excludes Grand Prize Winners and First Runner Ups).
FAQs
Question: How do I get a top spot?
Answer: Fundraise! The Next Top Bulldog Model Search is a fundraising activity to support homeless, neglected, and abused animals in the Southeast.
Question: Do I have to live in Atlanta to enter the Contest?
Answer: You do not have to live in the Atlanta area to enter. Contest is open to English and French Bulldogs residing in the United States.
Question: My pet has passed away, may I still enter him/ her?
Answer: Yes, you can; however, due to potential issues with photo quality, we recommend that you only enter if you can absolutely guarantee that your photos meet the image requirements. If they do not, the runner-up will be given your spot.
Question: Who is The Next Top Bulldog Model Search winner?
Answer: Two Bulldogs that raise the most money for Georgia English Bulldog Rescue by 8pm EST on August 31, 2025, will win the chance to be featured as Bully Ball Seventeen cover models.
Question: If I win The Next Top Bulldog Model Search contest, what happens next?
Answer: If you win one of the Top spots, GEBR will contact you regarding photos, if applicable, and prize package shipment.
Question: Will GEBR share my photos with other organizations?
Answer: Absolutely not. However, by submitting a photo, you acknowledge and give permission to GEBR to use the name, story and photo of the animal entered in future various Bully Ball and GEBR publications, promotions and other materials, including Bully Ball Seventeen.
Question: Can I be disqualified?
Answer: GEBR and The Bully Ball reserve the right to disqualify an entry based on objectionable content or depiction of the animal.
Question: What will The Bully Ball do with my pet's entry once it has been uploaded?
Answer: By agreeing to the waiver, you will acknowledge and give permission to GEBR and The Bully Ball to use the name, story, and photo of the animal entered in future various publications and materials, including Bully Ball Seventeen.
Question: When will I get my tax receipt?
Answer: Tax receipts will be emailed to voters by the end of October. We will, however, endeavor to issue them as soon as possible once the Contest closes.