What breed is the Staffordshire bull terrier?

Answer 1

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a small to medium sized breed of Dog that was first bred by crossing Bulldogs (old fashioned ones) with Terriers. They come in almost any colour, including: Blue, Red, Brown, Fawn, Brindle, Black, White or any of these colours with white. They are a muscular breed with great strength for their size. Their hard exterior has unfortunately led to a trend in them being used as 'status symbols' by young lads and gangs. This has led to the stereotype that this breed is aggressive, when in actual fact it could not be further from the truth. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is one of only two breeds (out of 190 recognised by the Kennel Club) to have a mention of the breed's suitability with children - it has also often been called 'The Nanny Dog'. It is also the ONLY breed to have been described as 'Totally Reliable' in it's breed standard. It is widely agreed amoung dog owners and trainers that "No Breed Is More Loving With Its Family". Because of their fondness for people, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is temperamentally ill-suited for guard or attack-Dog Training. Therefore, although on the outside they may seem tough and intimidating, on the inside this breed is a trustworthy, loyal, loving and affectionate addition to any family.

Answer 2

yes staffs are cute but some can be ugly and vicious

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are NOT vicious if they are socialized and raised by responsible owners. There is no scientific evidence to suggest that the Staffy is in any way more aggressive than any other breed - in fact, there is actually evidence to suggest that you are less likely to be bitten by a Staffy than a Golden Retriever. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier was the highest scoring of ALL breeds of Dog in temperament tests performed by the American Temperament Society - meaning that statistically they have the best temperament of any existing breed of Dog. There is no such thing as a bad breed, there are only bad owners.

Answer 3

No, they are two separate breeds, but they are both well known dogs used for fighting.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Staffordshire_Terrier

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Pit_Bull_Terrier

Answer 4

stafforshire bull terriers (staffys) are extremely friendly...... to people. But they always try to make a blue with other dogs, so be careful on walks. My little malchi was attacked by 2 staffies once..........

Staffies can be aggressive towards other dogs since they were bred for dog-fighting, but that does not mean that breed has to be destiny. If Staffies are properly socialised from puppyhood they can get along with other dogs just fine.

i have a staffordshire bull terrier and mine is soo friendly, she never attacks other dogs when on walks, the only reason a staffy would attack another dog would be because of the way the dog is 'brought up' my staffy is a lovely white one and would never hurt anyone or anything! :)

Answer 5

Yes they are really good breeds of dogs and excellent around children! i personally have always ahd a staffordshire bull form been around 2years old! i am now 17 and love them they are all genuinely great!

Answer 6

Yes