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The American Staffordshire Terrier likes having something to do. Often. When it comes to sniffing things out, they are a perceptive breed, able to quickly read people and situations. The American Staffordshire Terrier may look like a bruiser but underneath all that muscle is an adorable canine who is highly affectionate towards humans. When it comes to training your American Staffordshire Terrier, the earlier the better. A firm approach is required but the reward is a devoted and obedient companion - for life.

Official name: American Staffordshire Terrier

Other names: AmStaff, American Staff

Origins: United States

Black and white side profile portrait of American Staffordshire Terrier

About the American Staffordshire Terrier

Strong, athletic and courageous, the American Staffordshire Terrier is ideally suited to obedience and agility training. The American Staffordshire Terrier is a very affectionate, people orientated breed that loves nothing more than to spend time with their human companion.

This fun-loving dog has grown from an ancient Pit Bull Terrier ancestry into a much more gentle family dog that gets along well with other pets, children and adults alike.

Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)

Breed specifics

Country: United States

Size category: Medium

Avg life expectancy: 12-14 years

Agile / Enthusiastic / Lively

Key facts

  • Needs a lot of training
  • Makes a great guard dog
  • Needs a lot of physical and mental exercise

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