The downside of staffies as pets is that their terrier instincts sometimes cause problems with other animal members of the family. There are many breeds which are often better suited as companions rather than family pets thanks to their small and tiny size. Jul 17, 2018 read the latest central stories, petition to stop staffordshire bull terrier being banned debated in parliament on itv news, videos, stories and all the latest central news. When your family s new member finally comes home, take pics of the welcome party. Though selfquarantining can help stop the spread of covid19, it also carries potential setbacks. Staffordshire bull terriers are lively and energetic dogs who love company and cuddles from. Newspaper article evening chronicle newcastle, england it was like something you expect to see on a safari. Stick up for staffies but help end bsl for good too. Staffordshire bull terrier temperament, personality, training, behavior, pros and cons, advice, and information, by michele welton, dog trainer, behavioral consultant, author of 15 dog books. Staffies are muscular, solid yet affectionate dogs that can live in apartments as long as they are provided daily exercise.
In the book pit bull garden, by douglas link, he makes no differentiation between pits and staffies. Finally, you can avoid some negative traits by training your beagle to respect you and by following the 11step care program in my book, 11 things you must do right to keep your dog healthy and happy. Staffie breeder, you can expect to pay what to do if you want. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed hills pet nutrition. Saving buddy is a book about a very special staffie named buddy and his owner nicola owst. Jock was the runt of his litter and due to be drowned before fitzpatrick adopted him. Staffordshire bull terrier pdsa help a vet help a pet. Staffordshire bull terrier breed history how did staffies.
The author was very generous in sharing her dogs story with us. These priceless pictures are perfect for a memory book. The staffordshire bull terrier joined the english kennel club in 1935 and the american kennel club in 1974. Are you considering a popular staffy as a new member of your family.
The breed had won over many families who found their courageousness matched only by their faithfulness. Books are an excellent resource for dog owners and there are many available. If i was considering a beagle, i would be most concerned about. Heres our list of the best staffy training books you should read. Staffies have a reputation for courage and bravery. Before bringing a staffordshire bull terrier into a multi pet household, you should honestly evaluate your other pets. Are staffordshire bull terriers a dangerous dog or do they. Most bulldogs get along very well with other pets in the family.
Soft cover book, dog rescue true stories, staffie breed, 84 pages, paperback book more 20% of profits is donated to all dogs matter charity and staffordshire bull terrior rescue charity. This video shows the bond one staffie has with his family through the view of the children. Choosing a name for this strong and attractive breed will be a fun task. Staffordshire bull terrier breed history whenever we highlight one of the bully breeds, the saddest part is relaying their early history. As the name reveals, the staffordshire bull terrier was bred specifically for bull baiting and other animalonanimal spectacles. Rainbow bridge is a lovely prose poem written for anyone whos suffered the loss of a beloved pet.
When well cared for and fed an appropriate diet to suit the different stages of their lives, staffies can live from anything from 12 to 14 years with some dogs living even longer. The staffordshire bull terrier breed is also commonly known by the names staffy, staffie, staffy bull, nanny dog, sbt. Jul 16, 2018 calls have been made to add staffordshire bull terriers to the dangerous dogs act. The staffordshire bull terrier is a fun, compassionate dog that enjoys playtime with its family and other friends. Theyre considered a truly loyal and family friendly dog. However, given a loving home and some good training and handling, staffies and staffiecrosses can prove to be loving and loyal family pets, so. Since then, the staffie has become a family favorite for a pet dog and a staple in most households. Saving buddy book and a celebration of staffies the paw post. The staffordshire bull terrier is a muscular and affectionate dog often plagued by breedspecific laws. Is a staffordshire bull terrier right for your family. Staffies are officially the mostloved dogs in the uk. How my dog daphne taught me responsibility and led to a baby, a book and a better life when i first adopted our staffie, friends and family didnt believe i was ready. Famous staffies help save a life, rescue a poundie. See the conditions, follow our recommendations and give the maximum possible comfort to your pet.
Staffordshire bull terrier is a very popular dog breed and because of its loving temperament its also known as the nanny dog get a blue staffie. Staffies saw off competition from popular breeds such as. We do not accept bookings to carry brachycephalic animals in the hold brachy meaning short, and cephalic meaning head, that is. Their strong jaws mean they love to chew on anything and everything. Family pets nabbed for illegal dogfights the couriermail. Staffordshire bull terriers dogs and puppies rspca. Staffies are the sweetest family pets home facebook.
I dont think they should be on the dangerous dogs list. Heres everything you need to know about staffordshire bull terrier training. Staffies were originally meant for bull baiting, which was a huge sport during the 19 th century. Were here to give you the facts and help you decide if this affectionate breed is the perfect fit for you. Staff at a rehoming centre are looking for the forever home for two staffies. But today, mps will debate calls to effectively ban dog lovers from keeping pets like frank and all other staffordshire bull terriers. These fights took place in specially constructed pits, often situated in public house yards, and vast amounts of money were wagered on the outcome of these bouts. And he states that in the uk, staffies are still being bred both for the pit and for the confirmation show. These are the best online photo book sites for mothers day.
The staffordshire is impressively strong, despite its small appearance. English staffy dog breed information kellyville pets. Like most dogs, staffies do shed and may shed quite heavily for a short period once or twice a year. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed book pet love jane hogg frome on. Pets take your friend in the greatest comfort tap air. Best staffy training books 8 books for staffordshire bull terrier. In december 2018 i published my first book nothing beats a staffie smile to raise the profile of staffies and hopefully portray them in a more positive way. Heartbroken family filmed screaming as two staffies maul pet cat to death on drive.
We have a feisty female, angst, boy trouble, and a bit of family issues and magic thrown in as well. Say hello to bubby a tenyearold staffie looking for a loving new home. It was like something you expect to see on a safari. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. Though its rare, the decadesoverdue book s return is not. Rainbow bridge free printable poem pet loss rainbow. Social and health scientists explore the pervasiveness of the animalhuman bond and the high prevalence of pets in u.
Do staffordshire bull terriers make good pets for families. This horrific practice needs to be stopped and perpetrators brought to book. Jan 30, 2019 staffordshire bull terriers have been voted the most loved dogs in the whole of the uk the adorable breed has a reputation of bad behaviour that many would disagree with. How my dog daphne taught me responsibility and led to a. While josiah wedgwood was slaving away at his kiln in the 1700s, just down the road the staffies forebears were. They can be a bit too much for very little children as they. Staffy, staffy training author bio paul allen pearce is the author of many breed specific think like a dog dogtraining books. English staffys have a great temperament and are known to be extremely courageous, loyal, playful and affectionate. Of course, some staffies love other dogs, but initial introductions should be done carefully. The staffordshire bull terrier, officially recognised by the kennel club in 1935 and described by the organisation as being a wonderful family pet, is one of the most popular breeds of dog in britain. The staffordshire bull terrier is rugged, energetic, and impulsive. Sasha family of rescue dogs book 1 kindle edition by porter, brian l download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The mollossians in turn gave rise to the great mastiffs of europe, and then to the family of dogs bred to bait bulls and other animals.
American foxhounds generally do not make excellent family pets due to them being bred specially for hunting. Thousands of families in the uk consider their staffy to be a welcome member of the family, and an incredibly suitable pet to have around children, due to their calm tolerant natures and protectiveness of their pack, which includes the human members. Staffies are a loveable breed but they are fearless as well and will fight if they receive a. Search the worlds most comprehensive index of fulltext books. An occasional once over with a short haired bristle brush is all thats usually required. Basic staffordshire bull terrier training staffordshire. Staffies and bull terriers lost found and homeless sa. Staffordshire bull terriers are renowned for being loyal and loving by nature. Staffordshire bull terrier is named britains favourite dog. Staffy dog training tips staffies are very active dogs that are highly affectionate, playful, and downright lovalble. Here are some of the staffies winning points that will further convince you why they are uks top dog. House training, greeting new dogs, controlling chewing and many more things all need to be. Perth pets not forgotten at covid19 donation station.
Jan 30, 2019 staffordshire bull terriers have been named the countrys favourite dog breed in a result that left viewers either delighted and outraged. See more ideas about pitbulls, pitbull terrier and dogs. We should be cautious about using the phrase pets are family as an endorsement of the way companion animals are currently treated or as a sign that all is well, but should use the language. Staffies were originally meant for bull baiting, which was a. Bred as a worker, this dog has a good nature and needs to be part of an active family so they can keep busy. However, if things get carried away, you will find that their very personality is something that needs to be tamed down once in a while. But like so many ya stories today, it is greatly in need of a very good editor to strengthen plot and fix continuity errors. If youre determined to ignore our advice, then this list of staffie rescue centres in the uk is a good place to start your search. Naomi and ruby have been at the scottish spca centre in drumoak for more than 300 days. But compared with many longer haired breeds this is a minor event. However, some bulldogs may act aggressively toward other dogs of the same sex. Despite these horrific beginnings, not only have they gone on to be great family pets but some of them have passed their assessments and qualified as therapy dogs.
Before bringing a staffordshire bull terrier into a multipet household, you should honestly evaluate your other pets. Staffy, staffy bull terrier, staffy dog training aaa. Staffies sadly have a bad reputation due to their fighting history. I created a free printable based on rainbow bridge in loving memory of my daughters and our family s cat, caressa, who died yesterday. Old man bubby is just one of many staffies looking for a. Sasha family of rescue dogs book 1 kindle edition by. Just like other dogs in our care, some of our staffies have been mistreated and need particular homes but we also have many staffies who would suit a family home with children and. To celebrate, staffie owners share what they love about their dogs. They love being around people and can make great family pets. Staffordshire bull terriers, also known as staffies and stafs, can be wonderful dogs who have made loving family pets through many decades. Staffy bull bullmastiff dog breed facts and information. Household pets are being kidnapped and pitted against each other in illegal dogfights, with staffordshire bull terriers the prime targets. Book in a consultation with your local greencross vets if youd like to know more. Celebrate this momentous occasion with a pet themed party.
Getting a staffy and a cat to get along can be tricky, and if you have a resident family cat or small rodent pets you might want to consider a different breed. Playfully called staffie, this breed was first developed in the region of staffordshire in england, hence the name. Staffordshire in england is the birthplace of fine china wedgwood and spode, and one of australias most popular dogs, the staffordshire bull terrier. Staffordshire bull terriers are generally very healthy dogs and thanks to their size, they enjoy quite long lifespans. They are energetic and intelligent, but it is essential that you train them well if you want them to grow up polite and obedient. Despite their brutal origins, the staffy is an excellent pet. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed australian dog lover. Jock a staffordshire bull terrier cross, subject of sir percy fitzpatricks book jock of the bushveld 1907.
Coronavirus could reverse progress to fight opioids. Changing peoples perception on the staffie breed is a cause close to my heart. We know what wonderful family pets they can be and its great to have the chance to work with staffie and stray rescue to spread the word and give staffies the. The staffordshire bull terrier is a popular breed in britain with thousands of them up and down the country. Staffies enthusiasm for life and huge capacity for love makes them a wonderful dog for the family, and their active need for fun helps them to.
In the right household, they can make the perfect family pets. They are too active and hunting oriented to settle for dozing at the family hearth. If these behavior books pique your interest in other catrelated literature, check out our sources for cat mystery books and childrens books that feature felines. For example, if you already have a dominant dog, a staffy isnt a wise choice for a second dog. Cooper a staffordshire bull terrier adopted in march 2018 by the staffordshire police for training as a police dog, the first of this breed in staffordshire. Hes soft as a brush, says shaun taylor of his staffordshire bull terrier, frank. Medium and large size breeds are often better suited to. Sep 25, 2011 staffies make large pets, ive got owned staffies earlier, and that i now very own a staffie and rottie, theyre superb canines. Photo sue varga with family pet wooley pictures by staff photographer richard wilkins. Be aware that english bulldogs can be very possessive of their food bowl. Staffordshire bull terriers are perfectly harmless, says. How to make getting a pet a memorable experience for your. The overall appearance of these dogs will be a mix between that of the staffordshire bull terrier and the bullmastiff.
Sadly, one of the most common breeds of dog that are found in rescue is the staffie because these dogs are being overbred and kept for the wrong reasons. Ruby red shared many happy memories with her family. If you have the time to give a staffie, youll get a wonderful family pet in return. Long before our streets were flooded with french bulldogs, the everlovable staffie was there, providing fun and frolics for those. Are staffordshire bull terriers a dangerous dog or do they make good family pets from hamsters to horses, this is the place for petrelated chat. American staffordshire terrier pet dog documentary. Absolutstaff is small we only produce only 1 or 2 litters a year we believe in breeding quality not quantity. Most staffordshire bull terriers will live peacefully with the dogs and cats in their own family. Dont feed an english bulldog in the presence of other animals. Sep 15, 2015 family pets is an enjoyable, if somewhat flawed, story perfect for the ya genre. Aug 26, 2018 a staffordshire bull terrier has a wonderfully easy to manage coat.
Staffie fans defend pets against vicious label as dog declared uks favourite. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading sasha family of rescue dogs book 1. In my experience, they may be a pit bull, but they arent anywhere near as aggressive as apbts or amstaffs can be, and they are quite a popular pet here. Petition to stop staffordshire bull terrier being banned. These sweet natured and loving dogs are known for having energy to spare. The american staffordshire terrier, also known as amstaff in the united states or simply stafford, is a mediumsized, shortcoated american dog breed. A good reputable stafford breeder should ask you many questions, unlike breeders that seems more interested in the sale of the puppy rather than trying to find a good and loving home for the staffie puppy that will fit into the buyers family and personal lifestyle.
Sbts love children, making them an ideal family pet. The book chronicles the time when fitzpatrick worked as a storeman, prospectors assistant, journalist and oxwagon transportrider in the bushveldregion of the transvaal then the south african republic. There is a good reason why this breed is not a banned breed in the uk under the dangerous dogs act. I had andy go through the book and pick out a few pet names that sounded interesting to him and he would read those pages. Jan 30, 2019 as with any breed of dog, the majority of staffies are amazing, happy, friendly and fun members of the family behavioural problems only arise where they dont have good early life socialisation. Jan 30, 2019 dont be surprised staffies are the nations top dog. May 16, 2012 is the staffordshire bull terrier the right dog for you.
Despite its intimidating look, they are one of the best choices as family pets. Heartbroken family filmed screaming as two staffies maul. The temperament has evolved to one of a companion pet, show dog and competitor in obedience and agility trials. Many people are happier a dog that is less energetic and not bred to chase prey.
Staffies need companionship and love being around people. Thanks to perceived physical similarities with pit bull types they have also recently been tarnished with the dangerous dogs label. Most staffordshire bull terriers will live peacefully with the dogs and cats in their. Staffie fans defend pets against vicious label as dog. For the moment, there are no plans to ban the breed here in the uk bearing in mind that staffies are one of the most popular choices when it comes to family pets and companions throughout the country. Follow our nations relationship with staffordshire bull terriers from the 1920s to the current day in our film. Pets can be transported in the cabin or in the hold. Staffordshire bull terrier the staffy vetwest animal. Before bringing a staffordshire bull terrier into a multipet household, you. Staffies enthusiasm for life and huge capacity for love makes them a wonderful dog for the family. Bubby is just one of many dogs and in particular staffies currently being looked after by animal lifeline. Horrified dog owner drenched in blood after her pet. Dont be surprised staffies are the nations top dog.
The family then moved to canada on short notice and the book was packed up with everything else, according to the library. Whether youre thinking about getting a puppy or wondering how a rescue dog will fit in with your family, post here to get opinions from other parents. The misunderstood staffordshire bull terrier the house of. Horrified dog owner drenched in blood after her pet dachshund coco is attacked by staffie in the park. Rescue staffie stories book true rescue stories adopted etsy.
A british breed, developed by crossing the bulldog with various local terriers, the staffordshire bull terrier was bred for dogfighting purposes. Your child can craft their own decorations, make a special home for the pet and arrange their food and water dishes just so. Animal rights group peta wants to see staffies added to the dangerous dogs act 1991. He loves his pet cat, torrun, and so i figured that this would be a great book for him to read to learn about other people and their pets. Their love for their family means that they are a breed that does best when they have company for most of the day. Do plenty of research before getting a staffordshire bull terrier. We are proud of the professional, caring way we raise our beloved dogs, for however long they may reside with us here as a part of our family. Staffordshire bull terriers and staffiecrosses dogs trust. With these handy guides and a strong dose of patience, you are well on your way to forging a lasting bond with a wellbehaved cat. They tend to be peoplefocused dogs and suit being in a one pet household. In light of this, think about the pets already in your home. Staffy dog training tips staffordshire bull terrier.
Nov 24, 2011 staffordshire bull terriers are perfectly harmless, says minister staffordshire bull terriers have been unfairly stigmatised as dangerous dogs and make perfectly harmless family pets. Britains much loved terrier will not be outlawed, says minister thousands of staffordshire bull terrier owners can rest assured their pets are safe after controversial calls for. Staffies and bull terriers lost found and homeless sa posts. Staffies are known to be overly playful and given their strength accidents could happen. History of the staffy formally, this breed is known as the staffordshire bull terrier, but most australians know this playful dog as the staffy.
But many staffords are more than willing to fight if challenged. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed facts, highlights. From hamsters to horses, this is the place for petrelated chat. Rescued from a street gutter, she had the good fortune to be adopted by author brian l. Staffordshire bull terrier dog names popular male and. They are a highly intelligent breed that tends to be easy to obedience train, however as they can have a stubborn streak you must be firm and consistent with their training. The staffy bull bullmastiff is a solid and muscular dog breed that will be medium to large in size once it reaches maturity. Staffordshire bull terrier dog names in pop culture. I dont think they are anywhere near as dangerous because they are about half the size and a good few kilos smaller than pits, and have been bred as pets for longer.
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