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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 |
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American Staffordshire Terrier Puppy for Sale near LAKELAND, FL, USA. ADN-242586. Sorra
Sorra
American Staffordshire Terrier
Sorra
$1,295
Come meet Sorra! She is absolutely beautiful! She is family raised with kids and well socialized. She will come with a health certificate from the vet, wormed, up to date on...
American Staffordshire Terrier Puppy for Sale near LAKELAND, FL, USA. ADN-242585. Bubba
Bubba
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bubba
$1,295
Come meet Bubba! He is absolutely beautiful! He is family raised with kids and well socialized. He will come with a health certificate from the vet, wormed, up to date on shots,...
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American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-621993. Cocoa Grace needs a foster - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Cocoa Grace needs a foster
American Staffordshire Terrier
Cocoa Grace needs a foster - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Cocoa Grace is an absolutely adorable 8-month-old, 42 pound, American Staffordshire Terrier mix. She's still got that puppy energy...
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-608221. Dozer NEEDS A FOSTER - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Dozer NEEDS A FOSTER
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Dozer NEEDS A FOSTER - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Dozer is 4 years old, 88 pounds, and good with other dogs. He was dumped off the side of a freeway on a construction site and found...
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-605463. Stan Lee NEEDS A FOSTER - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Stan Lee NEEDS A FOSTER
American Staffordshire Terrier
Stan Lee NEEDS A FOSTER - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Stan Lee is a wonderful and sweet 5 year old American Staffordshire Terrier that weighs 55 pounds. He walks nicely on a leash, is a...
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-604907. Philly - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Philly
American Staffordshire Terrier
Philly - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Philly is 3 years old and 79 pounds. He is a really sweet boy. Deemed as dog aggressive at the shelter, he almost lost his life for...
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-604841. Lucus Jones - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Lucus Jones
American Staffordshire Terrier
Lucus Jones - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Lucus Jones is a super sweet 1 year old American Staffordshire Terrier that weighs 57 pounds. He is good with cats and dogs, loves to...
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-565073. Tilt - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Tilt
American Staffordshire Terrier
Tilt - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Tilt is a special boy and a volunteer favorite who is looking for a forever home! He is 7 years old and 85 pounds. His name comes...
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-607203. Bonnie (Darla) - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Bonnie (Darla)
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bonnie (Darla) - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Darla is a 2 1/2 year old American Staffordshire Terrier that weighs 63 pounds. She is good with cats, dogs, and children, is...
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-607206. Teller - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Teller
American Staffordshire Terrier
Teller - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Teller is an 8 years old, 73 pound sweetie pie! He is currently in a foster with young kids and other dogs of all shapes and sizes...
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-607205. Perry - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Perry
American Staffordshire Terrier
Perry - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier.
American Staffordshire Terrier Dog for Adoption near Lake Forest, CA, USA. ADN-607204. Flex - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
Flex
American Staffordshire Terrier
Flex - American Staffordshire Terrier Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier. Flex is a 9-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier who weighs 63 pounds. He just had surgery on his back leg to fix an injury he's...
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