Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Sturdy, playful and protective
Staffys 101
Terrier groupThe Staffordshire Bull Terrier, as much as the English Bulldog, has a claim to being the dog of England, and with good reason: The compact, muscular breed has been the best friend to generations of hard-working Britons. Once a scrappy fighting dog, today's Staffy has been largely reformed by responsible breeders into a funny, family-loving dog.
What we love about Staffys
Loving and patient with children
Very vocal
Talkative
As needed
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Mature adult Staffy
Risk level for common Staffy conditions
Skin cancer
Cruciate ligament tear (knee)
Hip dysplasia
Senior Staffy
Risk level for common Staffy conditions
Skin cancer
Arthritis
Cruciate ligament tear (knee)
Staffy puppy
Risk level for common Staffy conditions
Gastroenteritis
Foreign body ingestion †
Conjunctivitis †
Young adult Staffy
Risk level for common Staffy conditions
Cruciate ligament tear (knee)
Skin allergies
Hip dysplasia
Mature adult Staffy
Risk level for common Staffy conditions
Skin cancer
Cruciate ligament tear (knee)
Hip dysplasia
Senior Staffy
Risk level for common Staffy conditions
Skin cancer
Arthritis
Cruciate ligament tear (knee)
Staffy puppy
Risk level for common Staffy conditions
Gastroenteritis
Foreign body ingestion †
Conjunctivitis †
Young adult Staffy
Risk level for common Staffy conditions
Cruciate ligament tear (knee)
Skin allergies
Hip dysplasia
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier comes from a family of dogs known for their courage and tenacity. When Staffy Bulls were imported from England, U.S. breeders used them to create the larger, leggier American Staffordshire Terrier.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier coat care and colors
Couldn't be easier: Regular brushing to remove loose fur and nail trims and baths as needed.
Should I cut my Staffordshire Bull Terrier’s fur?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers have a sleek, short coat that requires no trimming.
How often should I bathe my Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers can be bathed monthly, weekly or as needed (if they roll in mud, for example!). Use a pet-specific shampoo and conditioner or an all-in-one product. If your dog’s coat or skin isn’t looking healthy, check with your veterinary healthcare team to see what might be causing the problem.
How often should I groom my Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
The short, smooth coat of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier doesn't need much in the way of grooming. Weekly brushing and nail trims are all that's needed.
Staffy exercise & training
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of Staffys are female
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