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Q: Are English Staffies cuddly?

They may look tough, but theres nothing a Staffordshire Bull Terrier loves more than a good cuddle with their owner. Staffies are highly affectionate pets and would go to the end of the earth for those that care for them.

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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is slightly longer than they are tall, and relatively wide, giving them a low center of gravity and firm stance. Their small size imparts a surprising agility, while their heavy musculature provides great strength. Their head is wide and their gait is powerful and agile. Their coat is smooth, short, and close.

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History

In the early 1800s, the Bulldog of the time was mixed with the Black and Tan Terrier, thus producing the Bull and Terrier, a fearless, quick and strong dog. From there, selective breeding resulted in a small, nimble dog with great strength. Efforts to produce an attractive pet resulted in the Staffordshire Bull Terrier’s recognition by the English Kennel Club in 1935 and in 1974 the AKC confirmed similar status. Those who live with Staffordshire Bull Terriers know them to be loving members of the family.

Temperament

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a fun-loving character that loves playing with their family and friends. They are typically playful, companionable, amiable, docile, and generally responsive to their family. Their love of a good game is rivaled only by their need for human companionship. They are also characteristically friendly toward strangers. Some can be strong willed. They can be fearless and tenacious. They may not do well around strange dogs or sometimes even household dogs that are assertive. They are generally very good with children; although usually gentle, some can be rambunctious. In the United Kingdom the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is known as the Nanny Dog, in reference to their eagerness and ability to get along with children in the home.

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This is an athletic breed that needs a good walk on leash every day. They also enjoy a good game in the yard or a run in a safe area, such as a fenced yard. Most Staffordshire Bull Terriers are poor swimmers. Their coat care is minimal.

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Major concerns: CHD
Minor concerns: none
Occasionally seen: cataract, L2 HGA
Suggested tests: hip, eye, DNA for L2 HGA, DNA for cataract
Life span: 12–14 years
Note: CHD seldom causes problems or symptoms

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Note: While the characteristics mentioned here may frequently represent this breed, dogs are individuals whose personalities and appearances will vary. Please consult the adoption organization for details on a specific pet.

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Are English Staffies a good dog?

English Staffies are friendly, family dogs that can be very gentle and affectionate. As with any breed of dog, if they are mistreated at the hands of bad owners, they can become aggressive, however this breed is not considered dangerous or problematic.

Are English Staffies cuddly?

They may look tough, but there's nothing a Staffordshire Bull Terrier loves more than a good cuddle with their owner. Staffies are highly affectionate pets and would go to the end of the earth for those that care for them.

Is an English Staffordshire a pitbull?

Are Staffies Considered Pitbulls? Sadly, some misinformed people might label Staffies as Pitbulls, but the reality is they are not Pitbulls. Pitbulls are banned in the UK since 1991; however, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is registered and recognized by the Kennel Club.

Do Staffordshire bull terriers bark a lot?

The over-exuberance in Staffies (jumping nipping and barking) is one of their best and worst traits. They need their owners' and people they meet, to always keep calm and ignore them until they are calm.