About the Breed The American Staffordshire Terrier, known to their fans as AmStaffs, are smart, confident, good-natured companions. Their courage is proverbial.
How intelligent is a Staffy?
Are English Staffies Smart? The English Staffy is a courageous, highly intelligent and affectionate breed. Staffies are very human-oriented and loyal, and want to be with you all the time. At the extreme, they can be clingy and occasionally prone to anxiousness when left alone.
Do Staffies like to be cuddled?
They’re affectionate
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.
What problems do Staffies have?
Four of the most serious diseases that Staffies are prone to are arthritis; Cushing’s disease, also known as Hypoadrenocorticism; cancer; and heart disease. With these 4 diseases, it is of the utmost importance that your vet has the chance to help your Staffy as soon as possible.
What are Staffies best at?
They’re courageous, reliable, loyal and downright fearless; as a pet parent could you really ask for more from a pup? Staffies also love to communicate with the people around them and can vocalise themselves in their own particular brand of cuteness!
Are Staffies a one person dog?
‘Staffs are great family dogs,’ says Ali. ‘Many breeds tend to bond with one individual, but Staffs bond with the entire family. They love everyone equally, with equal enthusiasm!
Do Staffies protect their owners?
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is one of those naturally protective dogs. Sometimes ‘Staffies’ are referred to as ‘The Nanny Dog’ because of their ability to guard and because they are naturally good with small children in their home.
Do Staffies like being left alone?
Because they are so people-orientated, Staffies are known to suffer with separation anxiety when left alone. You should never leave any dog alone for more than four hours, but you might find your Staffie struggles with shorter periods than this and you might need to train them to be OK with very short periods.
Should I let my Staffy sleep with me?
You Can Get Sick
From the plague to fleas, letting a dog sleep in bed with you can be hazardous to your health. Parasites are especially at risk of being passed from the dog’s fur to their owners. Many people treat their dogs for parasites but rarely consider their own risk.
Why do Staffies sigh?
Feeling Content and Relaxed
Sometimes a dog will sigh with contentment after interactive play with their owner or it can just be when their owner is also relaxing. A dog that is sighing because they are content and relaxed will have a ‘soft’ face. This means their eyes may be half open and their ears will be relaxed.
Are Staffies lazy dogs?
Staffords are both the most energetic and lazy of breeds. Essentially, if you’re out and about, they’ll love a good run and make an excellent exercise companion.
Are Staffies aggressive dogs?
Bill Lambert, from the Kennel Club, said Staffies are not naturally aggressive and were one of the only breeds it recommended as suitable around children.
How long do Staffies normally live?
Health. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier, which has an average lifespan of 12 to 14 years, is susceptible to major health issues like canine hip dysplasia (CHD) and occasionally cataract. However, CHD rarely causes other symptoms or problems.
At what age do Staffies heads split?
around 6 months old
WHEN DOES A STAFFY’S HEAD SPLIT? Sometime after they are around 6 months old, but usually older, a Staffy puppy’s head will “split”. This process is called a lot of things, from spreading to splitting to cracking. Despite the names, it has nothing to do with their skull or anything breaking.
Is a male or female Staffy better?
A male is more dominant, needs more leadership and will try to boss other dogs about. He will try to boss people about as well if given the chance. The male dog is more dominant in the wild and will always be the leader of the pack.
Where do Staffies like to be stroked?
Most dogs are comfortable being petted on the chest, the shoulders, and the base of the neck. When petting these areas, reach in from the side, rather than moving your hand over the top of the dog’s head.
What 2 dogs make a Staffy?
The breed was created by crossing the bulldog, then a longer-legged and more agile dog, with a terrier, possibly the fox terrier or one of the old breeds known as the white English and the black-and-tan terriers.
Do Staffies bark alot?
Staffies are not generally barkers, but they are vocal and can be entertaining with various snorts, snores, grunts, and groans, as well as his singing voice! These dogs are fun to be around and although boisterous by nature, with the correct handling and training they develop lovely characters with huge personalities.
Do Staffies sleep a lot?
Adult dogs need on average 12 -14 hours of sleep if they are in sync with your own sleep patterns say 8 hours a night, they need to get the remaining hours through the day.
What owning a Staffy says about you?
If you own a Staffy, there’s a pretty good chance you like muscles and tattoos, or so a walk on Burleigh Hill on Sunday would suggest. Staffy owners are aesthetic and like their dogs seem a lot tougher than they actually are.
How strong is a Staffy bite?
The most notable strength comes in the Staffordshire Bull Terrier’s jaws. They can apply an incredible 175-200lbs of pressure per square inch when they clampdown.