Staffordshire bull terrier

FCI 76 . Bull type Terriers

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Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Staffordshire bull terrier" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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As its name implies, the Staffordshire bull terrier comes from the English city of Stafford and is a cross between different terriers.

In the 18th century the Staffordshire Bullterrier they were popular with the workers, in particular the Staffordshire coal miners (England), who enjoyed pitting them against each other. That association with fighting meant that the recognition of the breed did not come quickly., even though dog fighting had been banned in 1835. It was not until a century later that the Kennel Club of England recognized race. The American Kennel Club recognized the Staffordshire Bull Terrier in 1975.

Unlike other countries, where the breed is considered a fighting dog, in Great Britain it is a very popular family dog. there the Staffordshire también se llama «Perro niñera» o «Perro nodriza» por su amabilidad con los niños y es una de las cinco razas de perro más comunes.

The Staffordshire Bullterrier he is medium in size and has a compact stature, muscular, almost bulky. The characteristic are his ears, that are up high and leaning slightly forward.

Height:

Height at the withers between 35,5 and 40,5 cm..

Weight:

Males should reach a weight of 12,7 – 17 kg, females weigh between 11 and 15,4 kg.

Coat colors and length

The coat of the Staffordshire bull terrier is short, smooth and simple. Can be the colors red, white, black, cervato, blue or tabby.

The character of Staffordshire Bull Terrier it depends a lot on your attitude. Has a fearless and courageous nature and is faithful and kind from the start. With a loving but strict attitude and a close family relationship, the Staffordshire can become a loving companion. It also, he is considered faithful, persistent and dominant. These characteristics are unfortunately exploited by many dog ​​owners who rude the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and train it to be strong and aggressive..

Fitness with family connection

In many countries the Staffordshire Bullterrier is classified as a dangerous fighting dog. Its maintenance is strongly restricted and the importation of the breed to many countries is prohibited. Apart from that, the Staffordshire it is easy to maintain, because it is very adaptable. It can be kept in a house as well as in a city apartment.. Needs a family connection and proximity to his master. So, not suitable for a kennel. The Staffordshire has a great need to move and likes to play. Daily exercise in combination with extensive ball games is, therefore, a need.

The Staffordshire Bullterrier it is by no means a beginner dog. In the education of this breed it is important to bring out the traits of good character with consistency and loving rigor. Traits such as tenacity, dominance and fearlessness must be kept in check. Harsh training should be avoided so that the dog does not become aggressive and stubborn. To get used to Staffordshire Bullterrier other dogs and socialize them very well, a visit to the dog school is advisable. Especially important in education is the hierarchy. Even as puppies, to the Staffordshire they like to test their limits and try to take command. But, as an owner you should never be intimidated by your dog and you should make it clear, but with love, that you are higher in the hierarchy.

coat care

The coat of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier it is very easy to care for. An occasional brushing is enough to remove dirt and dust and stimulate blood circulation.

Typical diseases

Like typical diseases, the Staffordshire Bullterrier may suffer from poor hip development (Hip Dysplasia) and elbows (elbow dysplasia) and dislocation of the patella (dislocation of patella). Eye diseases such as cataracts are also typical of the breed. But, most diseases can be detected early and treated well with a regular visit to the vet.

Nutrition / Food

A healthy and balanced diet is the basis for a long life for dogs. feed the Staffordshire Bullterrier with high quality food and ingredients is, therefore, a need. The dog being fed dry food, wet or BARF is irrelevant. It is only important that the food is free of dyes, preservatives and sugar and has a high meat content.

If he Staffordshire remains in good health and is well cared for, easily reaches an age between 12 and 14 years.

The Staffordshire It is classified as an attack dog in many countries and its maintenance is subject to a series of conditions. Before buying, one must therefore inform oneself thoroughly about the breed and restrictions. If the purchase decision is made, one must first look at various breeders and animals. As a registered breeder's dog, a Staffordshire Terrier It costs around 1000 EUR. A shelter dog, or from an animal welfare organization is much cheaper. Especially older dogs should not be accepted by beginners, because they can be more difficult in their education than puppies.

photos:

1 – Staffordshire Bull Terrier by https://es.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archivo:Staffie.jpg
2 – Staffordshire Bull Terrier by https://www.pxfuel.com/es/free-photo-oegwc
3 – Staffordshire Bull Terrier by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/343556
4 – Profile shot of a white Staffordshire Bull Terrier by Public Domain – no attribution required / CC0
5 – Brindle & white Staffordshire Bull Terrier by Serial Number 54129 / CC BY-SA
6 – Staffordshire Bull Terrier, called «King», in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia by Ashoornamrood / CC BY-SA
7 – Black Staffordshire Bull Terrier sitting on a green lawn by Public Domain – no attribution required / CC0

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 24
• Group 3: Terriers
• Section 3: Bull type Terriers. Without working trial..

Federations:

• – FCI – Group 3 – Section 3 Bull type Terriers. ⓘ
• – AKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – ANKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – CKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – ​KC – Terriers ⓘ
• – NZKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – UKC – Terriers ⓘ

United Kingdom

24.06.1987

Use:

Terrier

General appearance:

It is a smooth-haired dog, well balanced and strong for his size. Muscular, active and agile.

It is traditionally a dog of unsurpassed courage and tenacity. Very intelligent and loving, especially with the children. Brave, fearless and completely reliable.

Head:

Short

• Craging: deep and wide.
• Dnaso-frontal depression (Stop): Marked.

facial region:

• Trufa: Negra.
• Snout: Short.
• Jaws / Teeth: Powerful jaws, well developed teeth; regular and complete denture with scissor bite, that is to say, that the inner face of the upper incisors is in close contact with the outer face of the lower incisors, teeth being placed perpendicularly in the jaws.
• Labios: Pegados y nítidos.
• Cheeks: Músculos de las mejillas muy pronunciados.
• Ojors: Preferably dark in color although a color related to the color of the coat is allowed. Medium-sized, round and positioned so that they face straight ahead. The eye contour must be dark in color.
• Obars: En forma de “rosa” o semierguidas; they should not be large or heavy. Las orejas del todo caídas o erguidas son muy indeseables.

Neck:

Muscular, rather short, de contorno nítido y ensanchándose gradualmente hacia los hombros.

Body:

Short lumbar region.

• Línand the top: Level.
• Pecho: Front width; deep chest, muscular and well defined; well arched ribs.

Tail:

Medium length, low implantation, gradually tapers towards the tip and should be carried quite low. It should not be screwed in too much and should resemble the handle of an old water pump.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Straight forelimbs, for strong bones, colocados bastante separados entre sí, without showing weakness in the metacarpals, from which the feet are turned slightly outward.

• Hormbros: Well inclined backwards.
• Elbows: Ningún aflojamiento.

LATER MEMBERS: Well muscled. Members viewed from behind must appear parallel.

• Afemoro-tibio-patellar joints (knees): Well angulated.
• PinIt: They must have thick foot pads, be strong and of medium size. The nails must be black in those copies of a single color.

Movement:

Libre, vigorous and agile, Without much effort. Limbs move parallel whether viewed from the front or from behind. Its hind limbs provide a strong thrust.

Mantle

• Plink: Smooth, short, and stuck.
• Colorr: Red, leonado, white, black or blue, or any of these colors with white. Any shade of brindle or any shade of brindle with white. El negro y fuego y el color hígado son muy indeseables.

Size and weight:

The desirable height (in the region of the cross) Must be from 14 to 16 inches (35,5 cm to 40,5 cm.), which is related to the weight of the specimens.

The weight of the males should be 28 to 38 English pounds (12,7 kg to 17 kg) and that of the females of 24 to 34 English pounds (11 to 15,4 kg).

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

FALTAS DISQUALIFYING:

• Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
• Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..

• Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
• Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

TRANSLATION: Lic. Oscar Valverde Calvo (Costa Rica)

Itlatest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Stafford, Staffy, (English).
2. Stafford, SBT (French).
3. SBT, Stafford (German).
4. Staffbull, Staffie, SBT (Portuguese).
5. Staffy, Stafford Inglés, Stafford (español).