Because they are so big, Staffordshire bulls are known for being very strong. Their types are big and stocky, but they are also known for being quick. Surprisingly, this breed is one of only two that the UK Kennel Club says are very good with kids. Also, their types were the fifth most popular dogs in the UK, which is where the breed came from. Staffies are the only breed of dog that are "absolutely reliable" when it comes to breed standard.
Here are some basic facts about Staffies that breeders would love to know:
Terrier is a type of
Living Environment: either indoors or outdoors
Coat: short, dense, and smooth (or silky, like most terriers).
Black, brindle, red, blue, and fawn, or any of these colours mixed with white.
Between 14 and 16 inches tall
Weight: from 24 to 38 pounds
Colors: brindle, blue, black, red, fawn, and white, or any of these with white.
Temperament: aggressive toward other animals, but very friendly with children
Heat stroke, cataracts, and breathing problems are health problems.
Tips for Care and Working Out:
- Take a bath when you need to.
- Only brush their coat once in a while with a firm-bristled brush.
Rub their coat with a chamois or a towel to get rid of any loose hairs.
- When they walk in public, they should be on a leash.
- Their bodies need regular exercise, which means they need to play every day while on a leash.
Origin/History:
Staffies, or Staffordshire bull terriers, are known to have been around in the 17th century. Since dog fighting became more popular than bull baiting, a breed of dog that is faster, stronger, and has a harder head than the Bulldog was needed.
In this way, the fighting bulldogs of the time were mixed with terriers. The mixed-breed dog was called a Pit Dog or a Bull and Terrier. The new cross breed became known for their bravery and determination, and even though they were known to be mean to other animals, they made great pets, especially for kids.
Both steelworkers and miners liked the Staffie pit dog a lot. When used against rats or badgers, the breed also gave extra money to chain makers in the "Black Country."
When the Humane Act was put into place in 1835, sports like dog fighting and bull baiting were made illegal. But a group of men in Staffordshire decided to keep their breed of dogs alive by putting them in shows.
Over time, the breeders changed the dog's name to "Staffordshire bull terrier" to show that it looked different from the "English bull terrier." But the American Kennel Club didn't officially register the dog's name until 1935.
In 1938, two Staffies became well-known when they won the Birmingham National. Lady Eve and Gentleman Jim were popular in many well-known countries, including France, Australia, Germany, Spain, Holland, and even the United States. Since then, Staffies have done well in dog shows and have become more popular than other terriers.
The Stafford bull terrier has become a popular pet, but it still has the reputation it earned as a fighting dog, which was bred for tenacity, courage, agility, and, most importantly, a great relationship with people, especially children.
You can now say that the bull is not so mean after all. In fact, the bull is a very good pet for children.
Keywords: bull dog pit terrier
