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American Staffordshire Terrier
A.K.A. :Amstaff
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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| Overview: | The American Staffordshire Terrier is often called "all-American" dog. The breed is loyal and brave, making it a great family pet. |
| Breed Group: | Terrier |
| Weight (lbs): | 57-67 |
| Height (in): | male:18-19, female:17-18 |
| Colors: | Any solid or partial color, but more than 80% white. Black & tan or liver are less preferred. |
| Coat: | Hair is short and shiny. |
| Character: | American Staffordshire Terriers are loyal and tenacious. They make great watch dogs and can be quite domineering over other dogs. |
| Temperament: | This breed gets along fine with cats or other pets, as long as proper socialization has taken place early on. They make good family dogs, as long as the family can handle the level of activity required. This is a good watchdog and may readily fight other pets. |
| Care: | The American Staffordshire Terrier needs dead and loose hairs removed regularly with a rubber brush.Coat care is minimal. |
| Training: | This breed is quite willful, so must be trained proper leash behavior at an early age. With the right approach, this dog can be well-trained on a variety of skills. |
| Activity: | The American Staffordshire Terrier needs a lot of exercise and appreciates a big hard to run and play.As one of the breeds popularly considered a "pit bull," public acceptance may sometimes be low. |
| Country of Origin: | USA |
| Health Issue: | This breed is usually healthy, but may be prone to hip dysplasia, cataracts, or congenital heart disease. |
| Life Expectancy: | 12-14 |
American Staffordshire Terrier Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Adorable AMSTAFF litter
$1,800*
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American Staffordshire Terrier
Male, 6 Weeks Old
Canada Burdett, Alberta, Canada
Date listed: 05/29/2024
adorable litter of purebred American staffordshire terrier with CKC registration available, 3 males and 3 females available
Blue and white AM staffies
$550
Litter of 4
American Staffordshire Terrier
Male(s) and Female(s), 11 Weeks Old
USA BELLEFONTAINE, OH, USA
Date listed: 05/12/2024
Energetic blue and white staffies. 2boy and 2 girls
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BRONCO - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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BRONCO
American Staffordshire Terrier
Male, Young
USA Raleigh, NC, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat). You may call 919-772-2326 to speak to a counselor for more information prior to your visit. The SPCA has an adoption...
BAM BAM - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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BAM BAM
American Staffordshire Terrier
Male, Baby
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat).
REESE - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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REESE
American Staffordshire Terrier
Male, Young
USA Palmetto, FL, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat). Say hello to Reese! Reese is about as sweet as a Reese Cup! This boy has plenty of energy and is ready for an active...
BLAZE - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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BLAZE
American Staffordshire Terrier
Male, Adult
USA Anchorage, AK, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat). A short king, Blaze is full of energy and knows basic commands. Easy to walk and when excited is able to be called...
IZZY - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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IZZY
American Staffordshire Terrier
Female, Baby
USA Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat).
ROSI - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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ROSI
American Staffordshire Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat).
LYDIA - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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LYDIA
American Staffordshire Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat).
SWEET PETE - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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SWEET PETE
American Staffordshire Terrier
Male, Young
USA Denver, CO, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat). Meet Sweet Pete, the epitome of charm and grace wrapped up in one delightful pup! This lovely young man is ready to...
DWAYNE - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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DWAYNE
American Staffordshire Terrier
Male, Adult
USA Ogden, UT, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat).
OTTO - American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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OTTO
American Staffordshire Terrier
Male, Senior
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (medium coat). Say hello to Otto! Otto may need some meat on his bones and not be winning any beauty contests in the near future, but...
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