The American Staffordshire Terrier: A Loyal and Courageous Breed.

Are you looking for a loyal and affectionate companion? The American Staffordshire Terrier is the only choice! These dogs are kind, friendly, and incredibly eager to please despite their powerful build and keen gaze. They are a medium-sized breed that is highly faithful and gets along well with families. We will provide you with fascinating information about the history, traits, and upkeep of the American Staffordshire Terrier dog breed on this page.

Breed	Height	Family Friendly	Grooming Period	Shed	Exercise (minutes per day)	Training	Nutrition	Potential Health Issues	Life Span
American Staffordshire Terrier	Medium	Yes	Weekly	Yes	60	Moderate	High-quality dry food	Hip dysplasia, cerebellar ataxia, skin allergies	12-16 years

 

History

The American Staffordshire Terrier, also known as AmStaff or Staffy, is a breed that originated from mixing types of bulldogs with a variety of terriers, such as the English smooth terrier. They were historically used in dog fighting, where they were pitted against other dogs and even larger animals due to their strength and notable courage. However, in more recent history, these intelligent and athletic dogs were bred for different traits, such as helping to track down rodents and vermin on farms. The American Kennel Club recognises this breed and allows it to compete in all of their dog contests.

Temperament

The American Staffordshire Terrier is a loyal, athletic, and highly trainable dog who shows attentiveness to their owners and surprising athleticism. They are often described as soft-hearted, loving, and extremely eager-to-please dogs. They are generally an extremely affectionate breed devoted to their owners. They are playful and friendly with their owners, but they can be reserved with strangers. They are not recommended for households with little children since they are sensitive and quickly overwhelmed.

Care

The American Staffordshire Terrier has a short, smooth coat that requires minimal grooming. They do shed, but not excessively. They are a healthy breed with only a few inherited health issues. The American Staffordshire Terrier does require moderate activity, but they are not as energetic as some other breeds. They are partial to cuddles and make genuinely wonderful family pets.

Fun Facts

 

• • The American Staffordshire Terrier is often confused with the American Pit Bull Terrier, but they are two separate breeds.

• • Despite their history, American Staffordshire Terriers are often used as therapy dogs due to their affectionate nature.

• • They are often referred to as “Staffies” for short.