Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Nickname:

Staffy

AKC Group:

Terrier Group

Height:

14 to 16 Inches

Weight:

24 to 38 Pounds

Appearance:

Small, squarely-built, stocky, sturdy, muscular dogs covered in a short, tight coat. The head is square, thick and well-defined. The muzzle is short and blunt. The ears are small and half-pricked. The tail is of medium length, tapered and carried low.

Color:

Red, fawn, black, blue, or any of these colors with white. Also, brindle with white.

Grooming:

Minimal grooming required.

Temperament:

Fun-loving, gentle, intelligent dogs with a natural instinct to protect. They are patient and good with children. Care must be taken around other dogs and they should be socialized at a very young age. They make great family companions. They do well in smaller dwellings.

Lifespan:

16 years

History:

Originated in England in the 18th century as a working class guard dog from a mixture of Bulldog and Terrier.

Health Concerns:

Sensitive to extreme temperatures. Hip dysplasia, epilepsy.