From american staffordshire terrier or amstaff many things have been said, and not all of them are positive. In fact, this breed has a very bad reputation, thanks above all to the great diffusion that occurs when a specimen attacks a person without even wondering why the furry has acted like this.
En Mundo Perros we want you to know everything about him: its origin, its history, its character and much more so that, in the event that you decide to acquire or adopt one, it is yourself who realizes that it does not deserve to wear the label of "dangerous dog".
Origin and history
Our protagonist is a breed that descends from the Old English Bulldog and the Old English Terrier. The result of this cross was a dog that came to the United States in the XNUMXth century. Already in 1989 it was presented in society, which began to use it in dog and bull fights, activities that today are considered illegal.
Its character has also changed a lot since the XNUMXth century. Although we will talk more in detail below, you should know that currently the American Stafordshire Terrier is a wonderful furry.
What are its physical characteristics?
The American Staffordshire Terrier It is a large dog, weighing about 20kg and having a height at the withers of 45 to 48cm. Its body is robust, muscular and athletic, protected by a coat of short and hard hair that can be of any color, be it solid, multicolored or mixed. Its tail is short and the ears erect. The latter were often cut back, a practice that is already illegal in many countries, such as Europe.
Has a life expectancy of 10 to 15 years.
Behavior of the American Sttafordshire Terrier
Due to its physical characteristics it was trained as a fighting dog, but the reality is that if it is educated with respect and affection this animal can become affectionate and sociable. The only thing that you should never do is mistreat him, since, in addition to being a crime, what you would get is a fearful American Staffordshire Terrier ... and then he could attack.
To avoid problems, we recommend you read this article on how to train a puppy.
What is the difference between a pitbull and an american stanford?
These two breeds are very similar, but before deciding on one or the other you have to know their differences:
- The Body: the Pitbull has a slimmer body, weighing 15 to 34 kilos; the American Stanford Terrier is more muscular, and weighs between 22 and 35 kilos.
- Character: the Pitbull, contrary to what is usually thought, is a very cheerful dog, but also sure of himself and enjoys pleasing his family. The American Stanford Terrier is protective, sociable and adapts well to the home, but if it feels threatened by another dog it can attack you.
- Life expectancyWhile the Pitbull can live between 8 and 15 years, the American Stanford Terrier lives between 10 and 15 years.
How to take care of it?
Food
You must provide a meal rich in animal protein. It is a mistake to think that feeding a dog meat will make him more aggressive. Only in the case that you have been eating a diet poor in nutrients, the first days you eat a quality feed, we can notice that you get a little nervous, but it is logical: your body is demanding those nutrients, that meat, and when he has it in front of him, he does not hesitate for a second to swallow it all.
That is why it is so important to give him, since he is a puppy, grain-free feed, because these are the ones made with meat (or fish).
Hygiene
The American Sttafordshire Terrier is a furry that, having short hair, does not require much care. By brushing him once a day and giving him a bath once a month, you will get him clean. Anyway, if one day you go to the field and it gets dirty, and you still don't have to take a bath, you can wipe it or even clean it with dry shampoo.
Exercise
For his emotional and physical well-being, and for him to be the calm dog that you want him to be, you should try to tire him out with physical activity, with games, with long and fun walks, but also with interactive games, or with sniffing sessions. It is not an animal that can be at home doing nothing, because it would get bored immediately and have a hard time.
"Salud"
Fortunately, it is a breed that is in fairly good health. But yes, you have to keep in mind that you could have hip dysplasia or have a gastric torsion. For this reason, annual veterinary check-ups are essential, since thanks to them an early diagnosis can be made, something that will help the animal to recover and lead a normal life.
In addition, if you do not want to make him breed, or if you are not sure that his puppies end up in good hands, the ideal is to cast him.
How much does an American Sttaforshire Terrier cost?
If you are willing to love a dog of this breed, to educate him correctly and to ensure that he has everything he needs to be happy during his life, it is time for you to know that a puppy costs around 800-1500 euros.
Photos
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