AMERICAN STAFFORSHIRE TERRIER

History - The American Stafforshire terrier, a descendant of an English bulldog crossed with an unidentified terrier, was created i the 19th century primarily for pit fighting.

Temperament - The American Stafforshire terrier is very affectionate to family members, including children, and to most strangers. Because of its fighting background, however, it should always be walked on a leash and kept in a fenced area when playing.  Aggressive games like tug of war are ill advised with dog from fighting stock, and they should be supervised around other animals.  Early socialization and obedience training are advised.

Upkeep - Although the American Stafforshire terrier needs only minimal brushing, bathing three to six times a year is important for healthy skin and coat.  This dog needs a few long walks and aerobic-level play sessions daily.

Size - height 17-19 inches, weight 50-65 pounds.

[Advertising Rates]

[About Us]
[Accessories]
[Adoption]
[Advice]
[Birds]
[Bookstore]
[Bovine]
[Breeders]
[Cats]
[Classified Ads]
[Customer Service]
[Dogs]
[Exotic Pets]
[Ferrets]
[Fish]
[Frogs]
[Grooming]
[Horses]
[Kennels]
[Licensing]
[Miscellaneous]
[Pet Food]
[Pet Hotels]
[Pet Names]
[Pet Toons]
[Rabbits]
[Rescue Shelters]
[Sitting]
[Snakes]
[Spiders]
[State List]
[Terranium]
[Training]
[Veternarian]
[Walking]
[Endangered Species]

IL
         CHI TOWNS - Sandra Lobono
         5636 N. Nottingham; Chicago, IL 60631                                                                 773-774-1343

         SIOUX SITY - George & Susan McCausland
         402 Spring St; Kingston, IL 60145                                                                           815-784-5047

         STORKLIND - Howard Bodzianowski
         Lockport, IL  815-741-3455

   IL
         SHONDELL - Sharon Jakubec
         1648 St. Andrews Cir.; Elgin 60123                                                                            708-931-7282
  MI
         WHIRLWIND - Wayne Weaver II
         Detroit, MI       313-337-2005

  MN
         Ressu Staffs - Katie Miller
         Minneapolis, MN   612-822-3096
         Ressustfs@aol.com