Are Bull terriers a dangerous breed of dog?

Answer 1

They ain't dangerous.. It's the person that raises it that makes it dangerous, with the right owner, it's the perfect cuddle pig ;D

Staffordshire Bullterriers were bred for dog-fighting, therefore they would have the tendency to be aggressive to other dogs, but it all depends on how you raise them. Staffies are great with people and especially with kids. They actually have the nickname of 'nanny dogs' because they are so placid around children. This is most likely due to them having a very high pain tolerance therefore children cannot hurt them that easily. But even though Staffies are usually seen to not be good with other dogs, if you socialise them from a young age with other dogs and supervise them when they interact with other dogs they can get along perfectly with other dogs. Usually it is not the breed that is dangerous but the way they are raised.

Answer 2

Staffordshire bull terriers (staffies) are NOT dangerous at all they are the cutest dog (in my opinion). It is the owners choice how they raise their dogs they can be dangerous if you train them to be BUT .. then the owner is dangerous.

Answer 3

Sadly, many people do stereotype this breed and consider them all to be dangerous, when in actual fact, this breed is ranked in the top ten Best Family Dogs. They are amazing with children and will protect their family with their life. If socialised at a young age, they can live and play happily with other Dogs. They are courageous, intelligent and love people! I have a two year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier who I have owned since she was eleven weeks old. She travels well, submits willingly to strangers and loves to go to the park and play with the other Dogs. Please remember that just because a Dog is a certain breed does not make it dangerous - it is down to the owners to make them how they are.

Answer 4

Not all, it is just the way you train it.

I am going to buy a pitbull in 2 days time.

Am going to train it to the max, any form of dangerous attacking towards me it is gone!

:)

Answer 5

all bull terriers and terriers are cos of the rep they have from people getting them cos they look cool and makes them look 'hard', and then not being able to train and handle them, so the dog ends up attacking someone and then the whole breed is blamed, sad, really...

Actually, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, English Bull Terrier, English Bulldog, French Bulldog and American Bulldog are not included in the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991. The breeds that are banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act are the American Pit Bull Terrier (American Staffordshire Terrier), Dogo Argentino, Fila Brazileiro and Japanese Tosa. I do not think this Act is effective at preventing dog attacks as the number of dog attacks on humans has actually risen since the Act was introduced. The Act has, however, caused the euthanisation and death of hundreds of healthy, happy and friendly family pets that were killed just because of what they looked like. There is no such thing as a ''Bad Breed'', there are only bad owners!

Answer 6

No, the American Staffordshire Terrier makes an excellent and friendly family pet when raised responsibly. The American Staffordshire Terrier is an intelligent, happy, outgoing, stable, and confident dog. Gentle and loving towards people. Good-natured, amusing, extremely loyal and affectionate family pet. It is good with children and adults. Almost always obedient, this dog wants nothing more then to please its master. It is an extremely courageous and intelligent guard dog that is very full of life. Over the past 50 years, careful breeding has produced this friendly, trustworthy, dog who is an especially good dog for children. Courageous and a persistent fighter if provoked. Highly protective of his owners and the owner's property, it will fight an enemy to the death if the enemy traps the dog in a corner and threatens its loved ones. This breed has a very high tolerance for pain. Some un-socializedStaffs may be dog aggressive. Socialize very thoroughly when young to curve any dog aggressive tendencies. This breed can be difficult to housebreak. It has given outstanding results as a guardian of property, but is at the same time esteemed as a companion dog. When properly trained and socialized, the Staff makes a great family companion.

Answer 7

No dog is a dangerous breed of dog. The only time they become a dangerous breed of dog is when the owner buys them as a status dog and uses them as a weapon. Staffordshire bull terriers are affectionate beautiful dogs and every one of them have their own personality.

Answer 8

No their very loving if your looking for a Stafford shire bull terrier to be a guard dog you got the wrong dog.