Breed Info

Description of the American Staffordshire Terrier

The American Staffordshire Terrier is a medium sized short coated dog of great strength and agility. His determination and indomitable spirit are part of his terrier ancestry. His love of family and reliability with children are part of his considerable charm. The working character of this breed combined with his high intelligence and moderate, powerful athletic structure makes him ideally suited for many dog sports.

Typically, he is not a nervous dog, but is quite active, always ready for a bit of fun, or a job to do. His size and clean habits make him an excellent house dog, as long as his need for a physical challenge is regularly met. The AmStaff comes in all colors - brindles, parti, patched or any combination of colors. In this breed, it is easy to find a color that suits you. His appearance is flashy, and he will immediately win the admiration of observers. His well developed musculature shows off his unusual strength. His short coat requires little grooming and is easy to keep clean. This is a very people oriented dog, who delights in contact with his family. He has a finely developed sense of humor. He needs a very interactive owner, who wants to spend time with his pet; a firm and loving owner who will give him the training required to bring his great abilities to their full potential. Although not the best choice for a watch dog because of his generally friendly nature, the AmStaff will protect his family. His courage is proverbial. His loyalty is unwavering.

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