American Staffordshire Terrier

American Staffordshire Terrier: BREED BOX
Country:	United States
Size:	17 to 19 in, 57 and 67 lbs
Temperament:	Loyal, Obedient
Grooming:	Occassional brush
Recognition:	FCI, AKC, CKC, NKC, NZKC, CKC, APBR, ANKC, APRI

History - The American Staffordshire Terrier (AmStaff) was first bred in England, then called Bull and Terrier dogs, was used in dogfights beginning in 1835. Orignally identical to the British Staffordshite Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier was selectively bred for greater height and weight and a bulkier build.

In its formative years the breed was also known as the Yankee Terrier, Half and Half or the American Bull Terrier. In 1936 it was formally accepted for registration into the American Kennel Club stud books as the "Staffordshire Terrier". However in 1972 this was changed to American Staffordshire Terrier to avoid confusion with the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

Appearance - The American Staffordshire Terrier is stockily built with a muscular body. It should give the impression of great strength. The coat should be short, glossy and stiff, requiring little grooming. It may be any color, but preferably not black and tan or liver or more than 80 percent white. Male American Staffordshire terriers will grow to 17 to 19 inches and weigh between 57 and 67 lbs. Females will grow to 16 to 19 inches and also weigh between 40 and 60 lbs.

Description - The American Staffordshire Terrier should never be confused with the American Pit Bull Terrier. Although both were originated from the same bloodline they are NOT one and the same dog. The AmStaff has been breed alone a different line than its predecessor. Breed more as a 'show' dog, American Staffordshire Terriers are intelligent, excellent guardians, great family dogs and will protect their masters' property with an air of authority.

Ideal Owners: The American Staffordshire Terrier is a good family dog and hence requires interaction with the owners. They are powerful dogs and if left unattended the American Staffordshire Terrier can become bored, unhappy or destructive. Give all the attention this dog deserves and they will repay you with love and loyalty

Life Expectancy: 11 years

Other Names: Amstaff

Color: Any color

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Number of reviews: 4

steve

brilliant dog for family

7/18/2005

Rating: TBA (5vote/s)

BRILLIANT AND OBIDIENT DOG, I brought the amstaf out of some b-day money. Although Im only 15 I have had bud for 2 years and he is house trained and obidient. He has never attacked or tried to attack me or my family (including the cat) I love bud with all my heart and I think that is all they ask for if you give them the loving care and tender they need they will return it with loyalty care and love never let me down and never will. All I can say is that the American Staffordshire Terrier is the family member all familys need.. steve...

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Chrissy Lee

Amstaff

9/22/2004

Rating: TBA (10vote/s)

Over the past 13 years of owning, exhibiting and loving the American Staffordshire Terrier, I have yet to find a breed more loyal, human like, intelligent and low maintenance.

Sometimes this breed can get into the wrong hands. Responsible breeding and careful selection of future homes is the only way this problem can be solved. Be sure to always educate yourself prior to purchasing an Amstaff in both health and temperament.

Also realize what a HUGE responsibility it is to own one. Best of, Chrissy Lee Alleekennels.com

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