Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Dog Breed Group

Terrier Dogs 

Origin of Breed

England, bull-baiting and dog fighting. 

Life Expectancy

12 - 14 Years 

Color

Red, fawn, white, black or blue, or any one of these colors with white; any shade of brindle, or any shade of brindle with white 

Coat

Smooth, short and dense. 

Exercise Needs

Needs plenty of regular exercise which should consist of play time and daily walks on a leash. He should be kept on a leash in p 

Temperament

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is plucky and strong-willed. He is very stubborn, but makes an excellent family pet. He is a quic 

Good with Children

May jump on smaller children. Supervision is suggested with other pets, may be dog-aggressive. 

Grooming Needs

Minimal grooming is necessary to keep his coat in top condition. Brush occasionally with a firm bristle brush. Rub down with a t 

Average Size - Male (in)

14 - 16 

Average Size - Female (in)

14 - 16 

Average Weight - Male (lbs)

28 - 38 

Average Weight - Female (lbs)

24 - 34 

Health Issues

Cataracts, over heating and breathing problems.v

Living Conditions

Adapts well to urban living, but needs plenty of exercise. 

Breed Description

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Staffy is a smooth-coated dog who has great strength for his size. He is muscular, but should also be active and agile. He is usually adoring within his family circle, but needs firm handling and constant training as he has a strong instinct to fight with other dogs. Evolved from the British Isles as a direct result of a cross between a Old English Bulldog and a smooth-coated terrier, possible the Black and Tan Terrier. Originally used for bull-baiting and dog fighting.

Breed Infobits

When bull-baiting and dog fighting were outlawed in Britain, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier was developed along gentler lines as a companion dog.