The Staffordshire
Bull Terrier is a medium-sized, sturdy, and very muscular dog, known for its
strength, fearlessness and courage. This all purpose dog, also known as
Bull-dog Terrier, the Brindle Bull, the Patched Fighting Terrier and Pit–dog was originally used as a fighting dog. The
Staffordshire Bull Terrier was created by crossing Bulldogs with Black and Tan
Terriers in Britain
Temperament
Staffordshire Bull Terriers
are loyal and devoted to its owners.
They are affectionate
and have a natural fondness of people, especially children.
They are trustworthy,
energetic and rugged, but at times also impulsive.
Due to their
friendliness they easily adapt in terms of changing homes or even owners.
It is usually good
with other pets in the household but do not socialize well with other dogs.
Without proper
control it may still display its ancient tendency to be aggressive to other
dogs because not socializing with other dogs when he was young.Physical characteristics
Head: Broad skull, strong jaws and large teeth.
Eyes: Medium sized and set well apart.
Ears: Wide-set, half prick ears.
Body: Muscular, short body has a clean outline.
Coat: Smooth close fitting coat.
Tail: Set low on the back and carried straight.
Exercise
As an outlet for their
energy they require regular exercise to avoid excessive weight gain. If the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is
denied mental and physical activity its energy may be released in destructive
and disobedient behavior. Reinforce you authority by playing tug-of-war games
with him. Never let your dog win. Show him you are the dominant figure.
