The staffordshire bull terrier although created in 19thcentury britain to be a small, fast fighting dog, today is a fine companion known for his courage, intelligence and love of children. Because bull baiting was difficult in the cities many turned to dog fighting for entertainment. The staffordshire bul terrier standard staffordshire bull terrier. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed information and pictures. It originated in the city of birmingham and in the black country of. The staffordshire bull terrier society of nsw inc, blacktown. At the time, bulldogs were large, fierce, and intrepid, much different than todays bulldog. Thank you all for liking and lets keep spreading the staffie love the staffordshire bull terrier gained recognition by the kennel club in the united kingdom on 25th may 1935 and the staffordshire bull terrier club was formed in june 1935. Breeders worked to save their favourites, and the staffordshire bull terrier was recognized and shown as a distinct breed in 1935. By the mid1800s, staffordshire terriers had arrived in america. It is unusual for a breed to be recognised without a club in existence and even more unusual for there not to have been a breed standard in place. The cost of insuring a male 3 year old staffie in the north of england would be. You might not expect a dog originally bred for fighting to be so wonderful with kids, but the staffordshire bull terrier really is.
Staffordshire bull terrier breed judging 2020 youtube. The resulting staffordshire bull terrier was fast and ferocious around other dogs while remaining tame around his handler. The bull and terrier was a cross between the old english bulldog and a variety of old english terriers. Marco suarez of suarez kennel talk his vision about american bully dogs see more. Buy staffordshire bull terrier best of breed revised edition by alec waters isbn. At first the staffordshire bull terrier seems like a contradiction.
Jan 06, 2017 the neck of the dog should be short and clean with a wide front tapering to smaller loins. Staffordshire bull terrier club of northern nsw inc. The staffordshire bull terrier, also known as an english staffy, is an english terrier. Despite this somewhat violent origin, dogs of this breed are instinctively loving and friendly. The staffordshire bull terrier is not a dog for every family, but in the hands of a dominant, experienced owner it can be a successful pet and family guardian. Staffordshire bull terrier training and puppy training, by michele welton, dog trainer, breed selection consultant, author of 15 dog books. The gorgeous staffordshire bull terrier is one of australia and britains most popular dog breeds. Eventually, the akc recognized the two types as separate breeds. Breed history staffordshire bull terrier club of america.
The staffordshire bull and american staffordshire terrier today staffordshire bull terrier originating from the same source, almost a century of development has separated these two different breeds which, at first might appear similar. The staffordshire bull terrier dog breed of today is a fine companion known for their. Welcome to our guide to the staffordshire bull terrier. Staffordshire bull terrier, dog breeds, books barnes. The staffordshire bull terrier modern dog magazine. The breed was created by crossing the bulldog, then a longerlegged and more agile dog, with a terrier, possibly the fox terrier or one of the old breeds known as. A bull terrier has an even temperament and is amenable to discipline. It is a dog worthy to show and was accepted by the kennel club as the staffordshire bull terrier on 25 may 1935. Staffordshire bull terrier, breed of terrier developed in 19thcentury england for fighting other dogs in pits. Fanciers of the working class dog met in england in 1935 to form a club for the staffordshire bull terrier fanciers and draw up a breed standard. Page 1 of 1 official standard of the american staffordshire terrier general impression. American staffordshire terrier dog breed information.
The complete staffordshire bull terrier book of the breed. As early as three to four weeks of age, says stafford enthusiast and author steve eltinge, a stafford puppy will. Staffordshire bull terrier temperament, personality, training, behavior, pros and cons, advice, and information, by michele welton, dog trainer, behavioral consultant, author of 15 dog books. Very good and well documented and authoritative reference on the sbt breed. The best of breed series is a groundbreaking truly breed specific book, from the first page to the last and is perfect for all pet parents. Like all the bull breeds, the staffordshire bull terrier can trace its heritage back to the ancient molossian war dogs of the greeks. The website aims to ask questions to breeders, vets and experienced owners to get the answers to your most frequently asked questions about the staffordshire bull terrier breed of dog. Staffordshire bull terrier breeders should test for hereditary cataracts and l2 hga, l2hydroxyglutaric aciduria, a rare disorder that affects the breed. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed information and faqs k9 web. If you dont see the book that interests you, then feel free to use our quick book search tool below. The ancestry of the american staffordshire terrier, or staffie as it is sometimes known, includes breeds such as bulldogs and mastiffs used for bearbaiting. The staffordshire bull terrier is one of the most popular breeds of dog, and here at last is a book to do it justice.
Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed information, pictures. The staffordshire bull was orginally breed for the thenpopular sport of bull baiting. Fabulous so you want a american pit bull terrier ideas. Pedigree onlines staffordshire bull terrier database offers free reports for thousands of staffordshire bull terriers. Get detailed staffordshire bull terrier facts, health, history, appearance, temperament, and maintenance information on wag. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed facts, highlights. Its even played an important role in the development of other breeds, including the american pit bull terrier and the american staffordshire terrier amstaff, and remains popular to this day. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed information guide. Since the uk dangerous dogs act made it illegal to own breeds such as the pit bull terrier, the press have reported many cases of attacks by staffordshire bull terriers or dogs described as a staffordshire bull terrier cross on children, adults and family pets. You have an american staffordshire terrier amstaff or an american pitbill terrier or american bully. The staffordshire bull terrier best of breed waters, alec on. I own my first staffordshire bull terrier and i found this book very helpful with the basics of the breed.
The staffordshire bull terrier book of the breed fleig, dieter on. From among the profusion of breeds created in this way, most now extinct, the staffordshire bull terrier, perfected by one james hinks, of birmingham, england, in the mid19th century, emerged as. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed book pet love. Then, in the twentieth century, interest in the breed grew as a. Your essential guide from puppy to senior dog best of breed. The feet should be set further apart than in many dog breeds. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The staffordshire bull terrier was recognized by the united kennel club in 1975. Breed pictures the staffordshire bull terrier heritage centre. Bullboxer staffy bull is a cross between the boxer and the staffordshire bull terrier.
The staffordshire bull terrier club was formed in june 1935. The bull and terrier is an extinct type of dog that was the progenitor of the bull terrier, miniature bull terrier, staffordshire bull terrier, american pit bull terrier and american staffordshire terrier. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed book pet love jane hogg frome on. Sui was a typical staffordshire bull terrier in another way. A wellbred staffordshire bull terrier can cost you anything from. The other bull and terrier the stafford, which was owned by the common man was not as easily legitimized. Known to their fans as staffords and staffies, this breed is known to brits as the nanny dog, for her gentle, loving manner toward children.
Staffordshire bull terrier books and training information. This created a range of bull terriers that would fight each other, until this sport too was outlawed in britain and other countries in 1835. This is a friendly staffordshire bull terrier page. The staffordshire bull terrier origins the ancestors of the staffordshire bull terrier go back centuries to the mastiff breeds. Your essential guide from puppy to senior dog best of breed waters, alec on. He was manufactured by crossing the old fashioned bulldog. Staffordshire bull terriers the complete owners guide to.
The staffordshire bull terrier club of south australia inc auction. If one is looking for such a dog this book will tell you what you need to know before going to the pound to find many available. This breed is often confused with the american staffordshire bull terrier, which is actually much smaller. Border stack is a mix of the border collie, the staffordshire bull terrier and the jack russel terrier. The story of the staffordshire bull terrier is a relatively brief one in the grand scheme of canine history, but it can be confused by the several different names hung on the breed at various times. The pet owners guide series, including new titles, now comprises 35 books on dog breeds or training and 16 titles on other animals. The bulldogge that evolved from these mastiffs were used for bull baiting and bear baiting and were very large dogs and weighed anything from 80 to 120lbs. The complete staffordshire bull terrier by danny gilmour 2000, hardcover, teachers edition of textbook at the best online prices at ebay. Several of todays most loved breeds the bulldog, the bull terrier, and the american staffordshire terrier among themgot their. American staffordshire terrier, dog breed developed in the united states and based on the smaller british staffordshire bull terrier. The staffordshire bull terrier is the direct descendent of 19th century english fighting dogs, and although the implication is that the breed would be dangerous due to its initial creation for the purpose of fighting to the death against other dogs, the modern incarnation is well known for. Below you will find many books specific to the staffordshire bull terrier.
It provides interesting information on the history of the breed, their misunderstood temperament and for those interested in showing the requirements to enter. Amstaffs are stocky, muscular bulltype terriers standing 17 to 19 inches at the shoulder. The american staffordshire terrier originated in the 19th century in the staffordshire region of england as a mixing of the bulldog and other terrier breeds. Staffordshire bull terrier breed of dog britannica. American staffordshire terrier temperament, weight. It was given the name staffordshire in reference to an area where it was very popular, to differentiate it from the other bull and terrier breeds. They look tough and can be a positive deterrent to thieves, but because of their natural fondness for people, most staffords are temperamentally illsuited for guard or attackdog training. Their fighting history still shows in their dual personality and.
The staffordshire bull terrier is a descendant of the bull and terrier crosses made in great britain in the late 1700s. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breeds purina australia. From its humble and somewhat unpleasant origins, the staffordshire bull terrier has spread around the world. Proceeds from the sale of our books will be 100% donated after blurbs large cut of. Ipfd pedigreed breeds database profile and resources for the staffordshire bull terrier. They were orignally breed in the nineteenth century from crosses between bulldogs and various other terrier breeds. In this breeding process, the american version became the larger and more muscular version of the bulldog terrier. The complete staffordshire bull terrier book of the breed danny gilmour on. Staffordshire bull terrier breeders australia staffordshire. Theyre also extremely affectionate, get on very well with children and simply love spending as much time with their people as possible. The staffordshire bull terrier is rated high on bark busters list of popular breeds, coming in as the 4th most popular trained breed in the usa, and 3rd in the united kingdom, canada, australia and new zealand they are energetic, fun loving dogs and in great demand as the allround family dog. The staffordshire bull terrier, or staffy, as this breed is affectionately known, has a strongly built body and a cute square head that is paired with a lovely temperament.
The staffordshire bull terrier originated in england and is a tenacious and courageous short coat breed. Canine inherited disorders database university of prince edward island, 1 jan. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed facts and traits. Over 250 color photos as well as a gallery of historical black and white photos photos depict the past and present of the staffordshire terriers. Breeders originally the english staffy from the english bulldog and a number of old english terrier breeds resulting in a very muscular, tenacious and loyal animal. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed facts and information wag. The breed staffordshire bull terrier club of america. English bully staffy bull terrier dog breed facts and. Whats the difference between the staffordshire bull terrier. The staffordshire bull terrier was developed in england during the 19th century for dog fighting. The staffordshire bull terrier is one of only three breeds of dogs that the american kennel association says is great with children right in the breed standard.
Staffordshire bull terrier puppies are very easy to house train. As steve eltinge in the book, the staffordshire bull terrier in america says, when a stafford shows its teeth in a snarl, it can be frightening. The complete staffordshire bull terrier book of the breed gilmour, danny on. Deriving from bull and terrier crosses in the british isles, the american staffordshire terrier was honed and perfected in the usa and today enjoys a reputation as a wholly trustworthy family and childrens companion, topflight show dog, formidable contender in the obedience ring, and a wonderful therapy dog. Staffy owner, rebecca haytergare has had staffies from childhood. Staffordshire bull and american staffordshire terrier. The staffordshire bull terrier comes from the staffordshire region of, england. The name english bully staffy bull terrier is a combination of the names of the dogs parent breeds, the english bulldog and the american staffordshire terrier, also known as the pit bull terrier. Although he was created in 19thcentury britain to be a small, fast fighting dog, those days are long past. Staffies originated in england, where they were developed to fight bulls, bears, and other dogs. It is an english dog, the fifth most popular breed, and related to the bull terrier.
Staffies staffordshire bull terriers are and english bred dog ranging from 2535lbs. The staffordshire bull terrier is a member of the terrier group of breeds. It was bred as a fighting dog and, until blood sports were banned in 1835, was used for badger baiting, ratting, bull baiting and dog fighting. The breed s patience and gentle ways with children are legendary. Brave, loyal and playful, staffies live life at a million miles an hour. The staffordshire bull terrier is rugged, energetic, and impulsive. The american staffordshire terrier, also known as the amstaff, is a mediumsized, shortcoated american dog breed in the early part of the twentieth century the breed gained social stature and was accepted by the american kennel club in 1936 and should not be confused with the staffordshire bull terrier of the united kingdom. James rodwell described in his book titled the rat. The staffordshire bull terrier, aka the staffie, is a smoothcoated, active, and agile dog with great strength for his size. The anatomy of the bull and terrier is the result of selective breeding for the purpose. Books published in the early 1800s which refer to bull and terriers, pit dogs, and fighting dogs confirm that the cross existed at that time. Nature of the beast staffordshire bull terrier club of. Staffordshire bull terrier top 10 facts staffy terrier. Comments are turned off autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play.
The staffordshire bull terrier society of nsw inc home. These dogs have been produced purely for sports for their. These sad spectacles did, however, leave us a happy legacy. The american staffordshire terrier should give the impression of great strength for his size, a well puttogether dog, muscular, but agile and graceful, keenly alive to his. Although they were created in 19thcentury britain to be a small, fast fighting dog, those days are long past. Although obstinate, the bull terrier club has described the breed as particularly good with people.
Images, pics, photos and pictures of staffordshire bull terrier. Extended breed standard of the staffordshire bull terrier. Its also free to add your dogs pedigees to our site. The breed was created by crossing the bulldog, then a longerlegged and more agile dog, with a terrier, possibly the fox terrier or one of the old breeds known as the white english and.
This is a courageous, extremely obedient, highly intelligent, and affectionate breed possessing a sense of humor. Staffie, stafford, staffy or staff is a mediumsized, shortcoated breed of dog. You may click on any of the book titles in order to view more detailed information on the specific book selected. Average cost to keepcare for a staffordshire bull terrier. The staffordshire bull terrier is a british breed of shorthaired terrier of medium size.
The staffordshire bull terrier is the original bull terrier, simply a renamed version of the old fashioned bull and terrier. Each book is written by an expert on the breed or animal concerned, and covers choosing a pet, basic obedience, exercise and health care, plus much more with the specific breed in mind. The staffordshire bull terrier by dieter fleig 2002, hardcover, teachers edition of textbook at the best online prices at ebay. Staffordshire bull terrier most prominent health disorders include hip dysplasia, cataracts, and demodicosis crook, alice, et al. The american staffordshire terrier, became popular in early 1800s when it was developed in the english region of staffordshire for dog fighting. The modern breed is one that has a temperament suitable as a companion dog. Surprising pit bull terrier dog training lessons from an expert ideas american staffordshire one day i will have a big puppy dog like this.
This book will prove invaluable to active members of the breed fancies and pet owners alike, as it offers information concerning history, breed conformation, management, and health care. Staffordshire bull terrier breed history whenever we highlight one of the bully breeds, the saddest part is relaying their early history. The staffordshire bull terrier is a english breed of shorthaired terrier of medium size. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed everything about staffies. Buy the complete staffordshire bull terrier book of the breed s by gilmour, danny isbn. Bull terriers can be both independent and stubborn and for this reason are not considered suitable for an inexperienced dog owner.
It originated in the city of birmingham and in the black country of staffordshire from crossbreeding between the bulldog and the english white terrier. Staffordshire bull terrier club of america promote. Fundraising proceeds from this page are donated to stafford rescues worldwide. The mollossians in turn gave rise to the great mastiffs of europe, and then to the family of dogs bred to bait bulls and other animals. The staffordshire bull terrier is an english breed of shorthaired terrier of medium size. As the name reveals, the staffordshire bull terrier was bred specifically for bull baiting and other animalonanimal spectacles. Uplifting so you want a american pit bull terrier ideas. The miners wanted to breed a dog that was small and fast so they bred bulldogs with small terriers.
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