Staffordshire Bull Terrier

[2pups622]

is this a good breed im looking for a larger dog but not to large cause i have small dogs are they good with children and small dogs ? are they good for a family can you tell me anything else about them thanks

[2pups622]

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[schnzrluv]

Hi there! Although I have never owned one, I'm not so sure this would be the right breed for you. I would be worried about the smaller dogs. Although from what I've read they are not usually dog aggressive, they play pretty rough and may not realize their strength and accidently injure the small dogs. I also think it takes a person that has a lot of expierience with large breeds and lots of time to put in to properly training this type of dog. Under the right circumstances they are great pets, but in the wrong hands it could be very dangerous. *I believe this to be true with ALL large breed dogs not just the bullies** Here is some info:

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/stafford...ullterrier.htm

hope this helps!

[schnzrluv]

p.s. have you thought about adopting? You could always check out your local rescues they are pros at finding the right dog for the right family. Plus you could get a dog that already has some training, maybe even housebroken.

[Cassiepeia]

Staffies are WONDERFUL with people. I've loved every single one that I've met, they're fantastic. But they are a dog aggressive breed so you'd have to be aware of that and be prepared for it too. So plenty of training and socialisation is a MUST. But with people they're magic!
They're also very active dogs who need plenty of exercise. LOL

Make sure you get one from a reputable breeder, as with all bully breeds (IMO at least) the last thing you want is to get one from someone with no regard for the temperament of their dogs. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier may be a small dog but it's really quite powerful for it's size.


Cass.

[crazy_puppy]

Staffy's are the BEST. They are at the top of my list if I were ever to own a small dog.

Like Cass said, they ARE dog aggressive(not all of them) and can play pretty rough.
Even though they are small they are little power house's on four feet and could easily drag a small child around the block.
Every Staff I have met LOVED children and adored people. I have only met them at dog shows so its safe to say the one's I have met are from good breeders. I am not sure about BYB staff's...could be an entirely different story.

Something people must remember is they ARE bull dogs and have many of the same traits APBT's do. Dont get this breed unless you are experienced with the bully breeds or have researched them heavily, they are NOT like labs and spaniels.

If you're interested in this breed I would say to call the rescue or visit there website to get more information as to whether you are the right home for one of these dogs.

I dont know you so I cannot judge, but from what it sounds like you may not be the right type of home for these dogs.

Regardless, RESEARCH RESEARCH RESEARCH, before even thinking of getting any dog.

[crazy_puppy]

Just a question...are you aware that staffy's are 1 foot high? Or are you thinking of the American Staffordshire Terrier? It sounds like you are looking for a larger dog and staffy's are actually quite small, there cousin on the other hand is a medium sized breed. Is it possible you were thinking of an Amstaff?

[2pups622]

thanks everyone
my dogs are not tiny tiny thats why im even considering this breed and it is the right one crazy puppy i dont want something super big i think the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a good size i love the power they have
i live by a beach so regular walks and i have a large yard
my only concern is that everyone is saying they are dog agressive is this even with dogs it grew up with ??
if i got one it would be a puppy and from a good breeder i couldnt adopt a older dog into my family i want to raise it
im going to look up some more info everyones thought would be great

[elegy]

yes, even if they're raised from a pup with the other dogs, they still have a tendency to be dog aggressive. not as much as some of the other bully breeds, but it's there and something you need to keep in mind.

[viki irvine]

hi it have 3 staffys and they are brilliant with kids they are nicknamed the 'nanny dog' for their gentleness, they can be tempermental with other dogs but mine are fine in that respect. its the way you bring them up like any other dog, nobody would batter an eyelid if a lasa apso was a bit tempermental around humans or animals, the one point i will bring up is that the are extremely strong and tend to pull on a leash being tolerant doesn't always work when trying to stop this it seeems to be a perminent trate.

[Cassiepeia]

As Elegy has said...yes, even if they grow up with them. I think the big thing is that you can't really predict how the individual dog will be with dogs, as an adult. Perhaps you'd be better off with a more dog friendly breed to save any trouble in future. There are plenty out there.

Cass.

[Ritz459]

Also, I know you said you didn't want to adopt an older dog, but then if you did adopt an older (around two or three maybe?) Staffie, you would already know if it was dog-aggressive or not. That is a plus on the older dogs: their temperment is already "grown up".

EDIT: If you like the looks of the Bully Breeds but want a more dog friendly dog, perhaps you should look into the English Bulldogs? They are a medium size and they normally get along with other dogs pretty well. (It depends on the individual dog, of course.)

[Sarah01]

I agree with Ritz459 that maybe an older Staffy (2-3yrs) would be better for you with regard to the dog agressiveness, that way you would know if he was or not. When we got our staffy he was 18months and was a real handfull (disobediant teenager, lol!!), admittedly we didn't really know enough about the breed, we have since gained a good understanding and can now handle the attitude and character that comes with the Staffordshire Bull Terrier they really are brilliant dogs but the dog agression can be a problem. Our boy is dog agressive and I am now resigned to the fact that nothing can be done about it other than keep him away from other dog unless its neccesary (vet visit and the like).

[2pups622]

i would love to get an other one but my yorkie doesnt like older dogs they have to be puppies with him he has to be the main man lol he likes to be daddy an older dog threatens him i tryed one before i had to return him to the shelter i was so upset

[Ritz459]

Originally Posted by 2pups622

i would love to get an other one but my yorkie doesnt like older dogs they have to be puppies with him he has to be the main man lol he likes to be daddy an older dog threatens him i tryed one before i had to return him to the shelter i was so upset

Oh, ok. So he has to start with them when they are puppies?
Well, I have to advise/warn you: A Staffie puppy with an adult Yorkie may not be good match. Staffies play rough and when they are in their adolecent stage, they will be large with powerful jaws, trying to play with a little dog. I'm not saying it can't work out, but for an unexperienced dog owner that isn't used to large breeds, it may not be such a good idea. Not only could the dog turn out to be dog aggressive, it might have a prey drive.
I'd still go more for a Bulldog. They are more laid back and genrally don't have a high prey drive/dog aggression. They are also much more suited to a novice owner.