Development and origin of Staffordshire

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier originated in England hundreds of years ago. Hybrid.

In the Elizabethan era, bulldogs and bulldogs were crossed to produce large dogs with a weight of about 45.36 to 54.43 kg suitable for this type of activity. Later, these large dogs were gradually bred to smaller and more agile weights Replaced by breeds dogs up to 40.82kg.

In the early 19th century, dog fighting was very popular, and some smaller and more agile dogs were bred. People call it bulldog or bulldog. The bulldogs bred at that time were larger than the dogs we know today, weighing about 27.22kg.

This large breed was crossed with some small, native British ancestors known today as the Manchester guinea pigs.

The weight of the offspring of the hybrid is generally between 13.6l and 20.41kg, which is today's Staffordshire bullfighting. Around 1860, James Hinks crossed the old bulls now known as Staffordshire bulls, resulting in the pure white English bull bull, which was recognized by the British Kennel Club during the last quarter of the 19th century, while the St. The Taft bullfight was not allowed because of its reputation as a pit bull.

In 1935 the British Kennel Club recognized the Staffordshire bullfight, and its fanatics were able to hold beauty contests. Dogfighting has long been considered non-timid, and the Staffordshire Bull has developed into a breed with such a temperament that it makes a good pets and a great watch dog.

It is thought that the Bull Terrier entered North America sometime in the mid-1880s. There they developed on the basis of different strains into a heavier and taller dog than before.

Today's Staffordshire Bull Terrier was bred to represent this breed. Staffordshire bullfighting was officially recognized and registered by the AKC on November 1, 1974. In the AKC dog show after March 5, 1975, it is divided into the terrier group in its regular dog show classification.

Courageous and aggressive, but very friendly to people, especially their owners Loyal and can tolerate children's rudeness and jokes. StaffordshireBullfightStalk The temperament is kind, very attentive, docile and loyal to the owner. Agile and elegant.

From StaffordshireBullfightingHistory of Terriers From the looks of it, the modern Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an indomitable quality, extremely intelligent and tough. Very affectionate to friends, very calm and trustworthy. Make him a first-rate all-purpose dog.

For beginners, keeping a Staffordshire terrier can be a bit of a hassle, but Dog If you don't know the basic situation of the dog at all, then you can't judge his health status. Dogs are the most loyal and good friends of human beings. When you have a dog, you should treat it well. In addition to providing it with a balanced and reasonable diet, you should also ensure its health. The following small series will share with you ten indicators of the health of the Staffordshire Terrier.

1. A healthy dog's ears should be cold, and if the ears are hot, it is a fever. Ear holes are brown or dirty black, and there are sticky things, which are all signs of unhealthy health.

2. Whether the eyes are clear and piercing, and excessive eye stains should be paid attention to.

3. The nose of a normal dog is cold and wet except when sleeping and just waking up. Check your nose carefully for runny nose.

4. There is no fishy mouth like fish It is normal for the mucous membrane in the mouth to be pink.

5. Teeth should be neat and occlusal. Watch out for rotten teeth and red, swollen gums.

6. Healthy and lively dogs often wag their tails. Different dog breeds have their own tail characteristics. Check whether its tail has those characteristics.

7. The anus is tightly closed and no filth is attached. If you see it often mopping the floor with its anus, it means that there may be parasites in its belly.

8. Whether the coat is clean and shiny, especially for long-haired dogs, pluck the hair to see if there is eczema, and pat the dog's hair to see if there is dander falling off. Dogs with a lot of dander must be has a problem.

9. The limbs should be firm and strong, and do not stumble when walking. Pay attention to check whether the inside of the leg is clean and the toenails are not too long.

10. The physique should be strong and packed with plump muscles. It will feel heavier than expected when picked up.

American StaffordshireBull has a stronger physique, reasonably compact, muscular yet flexible, graceful, are very sensitive to environmental changes. It must be strong and sturdy, but not in appearance with long legs and good runners. Its courage is well known.

Head: Medium length, great depth throughout the skull, broad skull structure, prominent masseter muscles, well-defined muzzle; set ears high.

Ears: Cropped or natural ears, the latter is more preferred. Natural ears must be short, rose-shaped or semi-erect. Full sag is a defect.

Eyes: Dark, round, set under the skull and set wide apart. The jawline is clearly defined. The jaw must be strong with a strong bite. Lips close to teeth and flat, without cheeks. The upper teeth must be tightly engaged with the outside of the lower teeth. The nose must be black.

Neck: The neck is thick, slightly arched, tapering from the shoulders to the back of the head. The skin on the neck is free of wrinkles and sagging. The neck is of medium length.

Shoulders: The shoulders are strong and muscular, with a broad shoulder edge and a low profile.

Back: Very short. Slip gradually from the shoulders to the buttocks, with a slight glide from the straight tail of the buttocks. Tighten the abdomen.

Body: Ribs bulge and draw up toward the abdomen. All ribs are closed tightly. The front legs are very well spaced, giving the chest ample room to develop. The chest is deep and broad.

Tail: Relatively short, set low at the base, tapering to the tip; no curl or raised on the back. Endless.

Legs: The front legs must be straight, thick, bony and round, with ball joints perpendicular to the ground. The hind legs and buttocks are well muscled, the hock joints are lowered, and the hind legs are neither turned in nor out. Feet are medium in size, well arched and compact. The stride must be easy and springy, but not rocking or hoofing.

Coat: Short, close to the skin, stiff and smooth. Color - any single color, piebald or partial color, but the white area should not exceed 80% of the body, black - tan (Lovina style) and liver color are not recommended.

Size: Shoulder height and weight must be proportional. Male Staffordshire is 18-19 inches tall at the shoulder, and females are generally best at 17-18 inches.