Also known as: "Staffy", "Nanny Dog", "Staff", "Stafford", "SBT", "Staffy Bull", "Staffie"
Breed Overview
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a Medium dog breed, with a starting weight of 27 lbs that can reach 45 lbs. It is officially part of the Terrier group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed has a typical lifespan of 10 to 16 years, Short hair, and have Moderate shedding. Breeders interested in the Staffordshire Bull Terrier should know that the average litter size is between 4 to 6 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 10-16 years |
Height: 14-16" |
Shedding: Moderate |
Litter Size: 4-6 pups |
| Group: Terrier |
Weight: 27-45 lbs |
Hair Length: Short |
Size: Medium |
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Terrier |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Medium |
Guard Dog |
yes |
| Origin |
England |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
yes |
Hypoallergenic |
no |
| Stranger Friendly |
yes |
Active Indoors |
yes |
| Apartment Friendly |
yes |
Exercise Demands |
no |
| Pet Friendly |
no |
Yard Needs |
small |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
|
Dangerous |
yes |
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Temperament
grows to love its family and gets along splendidly with children. It can, however, be aggressive towards dogs outside of the family and difficult to housebreak. As a puppy the Staffordshire Bull Terrier tends to chew quite a bit. This breed is obedient and very people friendly.
Health Problems
tumors and cataracts and occasionally hip dysplasia
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Coat
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dog Colors
Solid red, fawn, white, black, blue or any of these with white; black and tan or liver color is undesirable
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR