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Both of these breeds are illegal in the UK. The main difference between these two breeds is that American Staffordshire Terriers have a recognised, official breed standard, whereas Pit Bull Terriers do not. Pit Bull Terriers are not actually an official breed.
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∙ 14y agoThe American Staffordshire Terrier's muscled build and protective instinct should make strangers beware, yet with their own family they are devoted, gentle and loving. A common question regarding the American Staffordshire Terrier is, "How is this breed different from the American Pit Bull Terrier?". In the eyes of the United Kennel Club, they are the same breed, but many disagree. Some AKC-registered American Staffordshire Terriers are dual-registered as American Pit Bull Terriers with the UKC; however, this draws criticism from many who point out that the bloodlines have been separate for too long for these to be considered the same breed. The AKC, on the other hand, does not allow a UKC-registered American Pit Bull Terrier to be registered as an American Staffordshire Terrier. To be dual-registered, the dog must first be an AKC-registered American Staffordshire Terrier and then it can be registered with the UKC as an APBT -- but not vice versa... They are courageous and a tenacious fighter if provoked. Training can be a challenge because of their pushy yet sensitive character. Their natural temperament towards people is gentle and loving, unfortunately some have been improperly handled giving the American Staffordshire Terrier a bad rap.
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∙ 12y agoThe American Staffordshire Terrier (Pit Bull) and Staffordshire Bull Terrier do look very similar, but are two different breeds. The only real difference is the size, with Staffies being an inch or two shorter. American Staffordshire Terriers (or Pit Bulls as they are known) are currently illegal in the UK, but normal Staffies are legal. The two breeds are judged and classed separately at shows.
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What is another name for a pit bull?
The staffordshire bull terrier American staffordshire terrier and the Argentinean Dogo all resemble the pitbull
Name all breeds of the pitbull?
The Pit Bull itself is only one breed, but there are two other breeds that are very similar. These are the American Staffordshire Terrier and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. The Pit Bull is not an officially recognised breed and so is not bred to a standard. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a smaller recognised version of the Pit Bull, and the American Staffordshire Terrier is a recognised version of the Pit Bull.
What mixed dogs are rot and pitbull?
Pitbulls are known by several names, such as the American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Pitbull Terrier. They are not a mix, they are a breed of dog.
Is the English staffordshire terrier a pit bull?
well if your refering to the stafforshire bull terrier then no its not a pitbull :D x
What two animals make a pitbull dog?
A pitbull is a breed of dog. They are known for being one of the more violent breeds of dog. There are three types of pitbull, the American Pitbull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
What is the species of a pitbull?
The pit bull comprises several breeds, including the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the American Pit Bull Terrier and the American Staffordshire Terrier. They are all of the species Canis lupus familiaris.
What is the best kind of pitbull in the world?
There is no best and worst type of pitbull. It depends on what you are looking for. Remember the three main types of pitbulls are the American Pitbull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
What is harder a pitbull or a staphe?
A pitbull. Its also not called a "Staphe" its a "Staff" short for "Staffordshire Bull Terrier" which is also known as "SBT".
What dogs where used to make the pitbull?
The term pit bull refers to certain breeds of dog - namely, the American Pit Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, & any crosses amongst the three.
What group does american pIt bulls belong in the akc?
The American Pitbull Terrier is not recognized by the AKC. It is in the UKC terrier group. The American Staffordshire Terrier is in the AKC terrier group
Has staff got a stronger jaw lock than a pitbull?
Sorry, no dog has the ability to "lock" their jaws. That is an urban legend. If you wondering if a Staffordshire Terrier has more bite strength than an American Pitbull Terrier, its about the its about the same.
Are blue nose American staffordshires the same as blue nose pitbulls?
The term "blue nose" is just a color and not a breed type. In other words, blue nose American Staffordshire Terriers are not the same as blue nose American Pitbull Terriers. The term "Pitbull" does not refer to a breed. It includes the following 3 breeds: 1. American Pitbull Terrier 2. American Staffordshire Terrier 3. Staffordshire Bull Terrier For more info visit: www.pitbull-info-and-training.com/types-of-pitbulls.html
