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14 Awesome Facts About American Staffordshire Terriers

Published: Aug 9, 2021 by Alka Polischuk · This post may contain affiliate links

Behind American Staffordshire Terriers' strong appearance with their muscular build and strong jaws is a loving and affectionate soul that enjoys nothing more than being with their human and cuddling up on the couch.

If you want to know more about this breed, here are 14 awesome facts about American Staffordshire Terriers.

#1 They are strong and muscular with powerful jaws
American Staffordshire Terrier with dried leaves
#2 They are often independent, energetic, domineering and difficult to manage
American Staffordshire Terrier lying on the floor
#3 They can be aggressive towards other dogs
American Staffordshire Terrier walking in the green grass
#4 They are considered unsuitable as a family pet
American Staffordshire Terrier puppies inside its wood box
#5 American Staffordshire Terriers were originally bred as fighting dogs
panting American Staffordshire Terrier
#6 They are related to the American Pit Bull Terriers and Staffordshire bull terriers
American Staffordshire Terrier in the forest
#7 The coat is normally short and smooth and comes in a range of colors
American Staffordshire Terrier in the grooming table
#8 After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults – they equivalent to 16 human years!
American Staffordshire Terrier running in the water at the beach
#9 After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24-year-old
staring American Staffordshire Terrier
#10 After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30-year-old
American Staffordshire Terrier lying down on the wooden floor
#11 American Staffordshire Terriers are prone to health problems and illnesses
American Staffordshire Terrier in the grass
#12 They were trained to bait and attack tethered bulls and bears
American Staffordshire Terrier lying down on the green grass
#13 They were then trained to participate in dogfighting where dogs fought to the death
American Staffordshire Terrier taking a walk outdoors wearing its raincoat
#14 The Am Staff is an active breed which needs daily exercise

American Staffordshire Terrier with a grass in its mouth

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