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American Staffordshire Terrier are originated from United States and also known as Am Staff, Pit Bull
Size: max: 19 in (H) & 79 lbs (W)
Color: any color except white
Coat: short and stiff
Personality: courageous, tenacious, attentive, friendly, gentle, but aggresive towards dogs of the same sex
Care: exercise, leashed, fenced yard, training, socialization
Known health problem: allergies, heart problems, cancer, thyroid, hip dysplasia
Group: terrier dogs
Good with children? yes with supervision
Good with other pets? yes if socialized properly since puppyhood
American Staffordshire Terrier Club
Staffordshire Terrier Club of Americawww.AmStaff.org
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs descend from the same line as American Pit Bull Terrier. Both dogs became popular for individuals who enjoyed the practice of dog fighting, although it was declared illegal. The United States started to see many Staffordshire Terriers around the late 1800s when they were brought over for general purpose farm dogs.
Americans Staffordshire Terrier was recognized by the AKC in 1936. Some people would use the name "Pit Bull" for this breed, but others use it to refer to other similar dog breeds such as American Pit Bull Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Their appearance is compact, stocky, muscular, with deep and broad chest, and gives the impression of strength, agility. The neck should be strong, and well arched.
The American Staffordshire Terrier can be very aggressive when feeling defensive, especially when protecting their owners. They make an excellent watchdog and will protect its owners and property at all costs. However, they can be very aggressive when mixed with other dogs especially those of the same sex. This breed does well with an experience dog owner in the city or country,
Taking Care Of Your American Staffordshire Terrier Dog
American Staffordshire Terriers have high energy level and they will need plenty of exercise on a daily basis. Long walks and vigorous running games are perfect examples. Grooming is very easy, just a view quick strokes of the brush on a weekly basis is all that is necessary. A healthy American Staffordshire Terrier dog has an average lifespan of 12 to 14 years.