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Animal Calendars
American Staffordshire Terrier Puppies
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American Staffordshire Terrier Breed
The breed was originally called the Staffordshire Terrier. Its modern name of American Staffordshire Terrier was introduced to avoid confusion. The breed's popular nickname today is AmStaff. The American Kennel Club gave the breed new name and insisted that any animal registered with the AKC could never be used in organized fighting.
 The Staffordshire Terrier is a cousin of the American Pit Bull Terrier.
These dogs were originally bred to be fighting dogs, but have since become a very popular breed for home owners because of their loyalty and the affection that they show if raised properly. The Staffordshire Terrier is an average of 15 inches tall, and weighs up to 80 pounds.
Training for these dogs is very critical and should be completed at an early
age. With those he loves, he is docile, gentle, and obedient. But one should bear in mind that these dogs have a potential for ferocity in their genetic background.
American Staffordshire Terrier Breed Outline
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Country of Origin: | United States |
| FCI Classification: | Group 3-Terriers; Bull type Terriers |
| Utilization: | Terrier |
| AKC Classification: | Terrier Group |
| Personality: | Devoted, gentle and loving. They make excellent guard dogs and protectors of property. They are known for their strength and courage. His courage is proverbial. |
| Size Category: | Medium |
| Height: | 14-16 inches at shoulders |
| Colors: |
Any color, solid, particolor, or patched is permissible; but more than 80% white, black and tan, and liver not to be encouraged. |
| Other Names: | Amstaff |
| Average Litter Size: | 4 |
| Life Span: | 9-15 years |
| Grooming Requirements: |
Weekly brushing |
| Shedding: | Moderate |
| Social skills: |
These dogs need early socialization. |
| Suitability for Children: | Their stable temperament makes them a very reliable companion for children, especially when they are raised around kids from an early age.
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| Exercise Needs: | Amstaffs are high energy dogs and need plenty of exercise. |
| Train Ability: | Easy to train. Amstaffs compete successfully in agility, fly-ball, obedience and working trials. Since these dogs tend to be dominant, early obedience training is a must. They are sensitive to 'harsh correction', so training must be approached in a gentle way. |
| Health & behavior issues: | This is a very hardy breed. Eye problems may occur in older dogs. |
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