PREST - STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Orlando, FL, 32839, USA
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PREST - STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dogs For Adoption in Orlando, FL, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
PREST
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Senior
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Location
Orlando, FL, 32839 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier (short coat). Volunteer Notes: Prest had a big day out! He needed some help getting in the car and waited patiently to be lifted into the backseat. If he isn't tethered he will try to drive and jump up front if you give him a chance! He wants pets even if you drive so he may whine a bit until you reach back and scratch his head. He did extremely well in tractor supply when he got his bath and was very eager to meet people! He fell in love with the workers who were able to give him plenty of attention. Prest walks well on the leash but is a big fan of eating grass and only pulls if he sees a big salad off to the side of the sidewalk. He took breaks to rest in the grass where he flipped on his back and asked for pets. He is extremely easy to handle, I was able to bathe him, and pet him all over, and lift him off the ground and he was extremely comfortable the whole time. He only seemed slightly annoyed when I washed his face. He loved getting dried with towels though! He is such a pleasant dog to spend time with and loves to relax in air conditioning. He is a people please and wants to meet anyone he walks past too!
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Short -
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Organization name
Orange County Animal Services
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Location:
Orlando, Florida, 32839 USAUSA
Breed overview
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
A.K.A.: Stafford, Staffy, English Staffy, Staffie, Nanny Dog
Overview:
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier, affectionately known as a "Staffy," is a robust and agile breed originating from 19th-century England, bred for its strength and courage. Physically, they are compact and muscular, with a broad head, pronounced cheek muscles, and a short, smooth coat that comes in various colors. Despite their powerful appearance, Staffies are renowned for their affectionate and gentle nature, particularly towards children, earning them the nickname "nanny dog." They are intelligent, highly trainable, and thrive on human companionship, making them excellent family pets. Their relatively small size and moderate exercise needs mean they can adapt well to apartment living, provided they receive daily walks and mental stimulation. Generally a healthy breed, they can be prone to certain conditions like L-2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria (L2HGA), hereditary cataracts, and patellar luxation, so responsible breeding practices are crucial. With proper socialization and training, a Staffy will be a loyal, devoted, and entertaining companion.
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