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  English Staffordshire Bull Terrier
I have spent a lot of time with her, and of course she in return, is an extremely faithful well trained Staffie.
And in case you are wondering; Monkey is an English Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Staffie).
These are all pictures of my English Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Monkey.
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  Staffordshire Bull Terrier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an English breed of dog and should not be confused with their larger cousin the American Staffordshire Terrier or the American Pit Bull Terrier.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier owners have a certain obligation to society, and should always ensure that their dogs are correctly and adequately housed and not allowed to roam freely in public and in the vicinity of unfamiliar dogs.
Bulls bought to market were set upon by dogs as a way of tenderising the meat and providing entertainment for the spectators; and dog fights with bears, bulls and other animals were often organised as entertainment for both Royalty and Commoners.
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 American Kennel Club - Staffordshire Bull Terrier History
The Bull Terrier obtained recognition by The Kennel Club in England in the last quarter of the 19th century, but the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, due to its reputation as a fighting dog, did not receive this blessing.
In 1935 the Staffordshire Bull Terrier was recognized by the Kennel Club in England and enthusiasts were able to conduct conformation matches.
Bull and Terrier breeds were believed to have arrived in North America sometime in the mid-1880's.
www.akc.org /breeds/staffordshire_bull_terrier/history.cfm   (342 words)

  
 Burke's Backyard Archives 2004 - Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Staffords are the smallest of the bull terrier breeds.
Terrier breeds are generally bold and inquisitive (to the point of often ignoring their owner’s calls) and fearless though friendly towards humans, often getting on better with humans than other animals.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are suited to families, although are best for families with children at least seven years of age.
www.burkesbackyard.com.au /2004/archives/2004/roadtests/dog_breeds/staffordshire_bull_terrier   (1263 words)

  
 Bull and Terrier Breeds (American Staffordshire Terrier, Pit bull terrier, Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier)
The smaller, stockier, Stafford "working class" strain was baptized as Staffordshire bull terrier in 1935, after their county of origin, and has remained nearly unmodified.
The terrier suffix should simply be considered as a relic of their remote ancestors (the ancient "Bull-and-Terriers"), not as an indication of these dogs' classification, type or genetic make-up (they are not "half terrier, half bull" as is sometimes assumed).
While the American Staffordshire Terrier was recognized in 1936 by the AKC some breeders continued to register their dogs with the UKC and the ADBA.
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Furthermore, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is one of only two breeds from over 190 recognized by the UK Kennel Club to have a mention of the breed's suitability with children.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier was officially registered by the Kennel Club in 1935 and the first club show for the breed took place in August 1935 at Cradley Heath in the West Midlands where 60 dogs and bitches were entered.
Over the years the Staffordshire Bull Terrier has become a successful show dog and a serious contender in the Terrier Group, where they frequently have the highest number of entries of all dogs in the Terrier Group and are occasional winners of Best in Show.
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 Staffordshire Bull Terriers
The first Staffordshire Bull Terriers brought to the United States lived their lives out simply as companions; it was not until 1975 that the American Kennel Club recognized the Staffordshire Bull Terrier as a registerable breed that could be shown outside of the Miscellaneous Classes.
Pit Bull Terriers also range widely in size; the early breeders preferred a smaller dog the size of a Stafford and today the American Pit Bull Terriers which are registered and exhibited seem to run on the smaller side.
The cheeks of a Bull Terrier are not pronounced.
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The origins of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier can be traced from early Mastiff-like dogs, through the early Bulldog, to "Bull and Terrier" crosses in the British Isles.
Today's Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a very popular family pet and show dog in the British Isles, South Africa, and Australia, as well as in the United States.
Ancestors of today's Staffordshire Bull Terriers (and most other dogs from pit fighting heritage) were specifically bred to be non-aggressive with people, because early owners needed to be able to handle them safely even in the midst of a dog fight.
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 The Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier derives from the Bulldog and a small local terrier which was similar to the Manchester Terrier.
In the beginning, they were called "Bulldog Terrier" and "Bull and Terrier." The Bulldog bred then was larger than the Bulldog we know today-it was about 60 pounds.
Bull and Terrier breeds were believed to have arrived in North America sometime in the mid 1800s.
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cards
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are blessed with some of the nicest cards and stamps available for any breed.
It was a cross between the old Bulldog for tenacity and a Terrier for agility to produce a dog to fight in pits.
Although it is very similar in build to the familiar Bull Terrier, the Staffordshire has two outstanding differences; the colouring is brindle and white, with brindle predominating, and the ears have the "drop" characteristic which appears in numerous Terrier types, as well as in the old type of Bull Terrier."
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 STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier originated in Great Britain, Where the dogs of the “bull and terrier” combination of the early nineteenth century were his immediate ancestors.
The terrier side consisted of the early English Terrier, which was bred from several of the basic terrier breeds.
The combinations of these two types, bull and terrier, produced dogs of great proficiency for the sport of pit fighting, so popular with the miners and iron workers of the era.
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 Choosing a Staffordshire Bull Terrier - PetPlace.com
The Staffordshire bull terrier is often confused with the pit bull.
The Staffordshire bull terrier is a small descendent of the bulldog, mastiff and various terriers that developed in Staffordshire, England.
The Staffordshire bull terrier is not the same as a pit bull.
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 What to feed a Staffordshire Bull Terrier
It is the oldest of all the Bull and Terrier breeds, including the American Staffordshire or Pit Bull and the English Bull Terrier.
For the Staffordshire Bull Terrier I recommend foods that are a blend of beef, wheat, corn, potatoes, carrots, and cabbage.
If you want to buy a commercial all-breed food to feed your Staffordshire Bull Terrier, I suggest that you visit some of the web sites listed on my Tail-Wagging Links page or read the articles at this web site that tell you what is in commercial dog foods and how to read their labels.
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 Amazon.co.uk: The Complete Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Book of the Breed S): Books: Danny Gilmour   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Staffordshire bull terrier is descended from a cross between a bulldog and a native English terrier, designed to produce a smaller, faster animal for the "sport" of dog-fighting.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is one of the most popular of all the terrier breeds, with its courageous character and rugged good looks finding favour among a wide range of enthusiasts.
The Stafford is descended from a cross between the Bulldog and a native English terrier, with the aim of producing a smaller, faster animal for the sport of dog-fighting, which reached new heights of popularity in the early 19th century.
www.amazon.co.uk /Complete-Staffordshire-Terrier-Book-Breed/dp/0948955694   (863 words)

  
 Staffordshire Bull Terrier Information
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier was developed in the region of Staffordshire, England in the nineteenth century from crosses between Bulldogs and various Terriers.
The Staffordshire Bull was developed for the then-popular sport of bull baiting.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not a dog for every family, but in the hands of a dominant, experienced owner; it can be a successful pet and family guardian.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /staffordshirebullterrier.htm   (690 words)

  
 Staffordshire Bull Terrier Puppy - Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dog Breed Information
Temperament: Despite this breed's beginnings, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is renowned today for their reliability as a companion and family pet.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is prone to cataracts, hip dysplasia, luxating patella, and epilepsy.
Ownership: If you are looking for Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies for sale from reputable Staffordshire Bull Terrier breeders or to adopt a Staffordshire Bull Terrier from a Staffordshire Bull Terrier rescue then make sure you understand as much about the dog breeds you are interested in as you can.
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
the British Isles by crossing the Old English Bulldog and a terrier, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier was originally bred for bull-baiting and dog fighting.
When blood sports were outlawed in England, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier became a family pet, watchdog, and guard dog.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier is very strong for his size.
www.canadogs.com /BreedStaffBullTerrier.htm   (213 words)

  
 Staffordshire Bull Terrier - Canada's Guide to Dogs
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier originated in Britain some 200 years ago and was bred as a pit fighter which he excelled at for more than a century.
All Bull and Terrier breeds —; The American Staffordshire Terrier, the Bull Terrier, the American Pit Bull Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier share the Bulldog as a common ancestor.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier Club of Canada recommends that all breeding stock be tested and cleared of hereditary disorders.
www.canadasguidetodogs.com /staffordshirebull.htm   (876 words)

  
 Stafford Mall - The Stafford Standard.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed of dog was recognized by the Kennel Club of England in 1935.
The current AKC Staffordshire Bull Terrier Breed Standard was approved November 14, 1989, and was effective January 1, 1990.
In 1975, the first Staffordshire Bull Terriers were shown in the Terrier Group at AKC shows.
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier : Dog Breeds - Dog.com
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier--which was bred for the sport of dog fighting--is a 19th century variety of a much older bull and terrier cross.
The ruffian street fighter was not granted the respectability of Kennel Club registration in England until 1935 and it took decades for the American Kennel Club to acknowledge it.
In 1975 the first Staffordshire Bull Terrier competed in a U.S. dog show.
www.dog.com /breed/Staffordshire-Bull-Terrier.asp   (329 words)

  
 Staffordshire Bull Terrier FAQ
A Staffordshire Bull Terrier desires, more than anything else, to be with her people.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers can boast a number of obedience and dogsport degrees and are "quick studies," provided the trainer utilizes a positive, creative approach.
Many adult AmStaffs project a more serious demeanor; Bull Terriers have a unique and extremely well-developed sense of humor; Staffords may possess the strongest "prey drive" and the superior ability to focus; they are also an "emotional barometer" par excellence, very sensitive to psychic atmosphere in the home.
clubs.akc.org /sbtci/staffforyou/staffordfaq.html   (2456 words)

  
 rec.pets.dogs: Staffordshire Bull Terrier Breed-FAQ
The other Bull and Terrier - the Stafford, which was owned by the common man - was not as easily "legitimized." Fanciers of the "working class dog" met in England in 1935 to form a club for Staffordshire Bull Terrier fanciers and draw up a Breed Standard.
_How are Staffordshire Bull Terriers with children?_ In England, the Stafford is known by the affectionate nickname, "The Children's Nursemaid" or "The Nanny Dog." Their tolerance of, and affection for, children is well known.
Morley, W. N., _This is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier_, TFH Pub., 1982.
www.faqs.org /faqs/dogs-faq/breeds/staffords   (2511 words)

  
 Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier Information, Irish Staffordshire Bull Terriers
The Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a powerful and muscular dog, very strong for his size with a broad head and very strong jaws.
The Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier possesses tremendous stamina and must have plenty of exercise, but keep them on a leash in public places at all times.
The Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not a dog for every family, but in the hands of a dominant, experienced owner; it can be a successful pet and family guardian.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /irishstaffordshirebullterrier.htm   (777 words)

  
 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is adaptable to indoor or outdoor living, but does require a strong dose of regular daily exercise.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has a coat of short, thick, smooth fur which ranges in color from red, fl, blue, to pure white.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier grows to a height of 14-16 inches and weighs from 25-36 pounds.
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, breeders, puppies, for sale, dogs
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or Staffy, are smooth-coated dogs who have great strength for their size.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually adoring within their family circle, but need firm handling and constant training as they have a strong instinct to fight with other dogs.
When the sports were outlawed in Britain, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier was developed along gentler lines as a companion dog.
www.puppydogweb.com /caninebreeds/stafbullter.htm   (277 words)

  
 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a powerful and muscular dog, very strong for his size with a broad head and very strong jaws.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is extremely courageous and obedient.
The Staffordshire needs firm and consistent training to curb its instinct to fight with other dogs.
www.pet-locator.co.uk /built/dogs/pedigree/terriers/staffordshire_bull_terrier/index.shtml   (458 words)

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