American Staffordshire Terrier (Amstaff)

About Amstaffs

The American Staffordshire Terrier, or Amstaff, as it is sometimes called, is descended from the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. The breed has its roots in the county of Staffordshire, England, where they were bred to fight other dogs for sport. They were taken to America, where the sport of dog-fighting was popular in the 1800's. Today the American version is said to be less aggressive than the English, though they look a little like a pit bull terrier.

The history of dogs & development of breeds.

Amstaffs are not aggressive to their people, and make good-natured pets.

The American Staffordshire Terrier has a short coat, so he feels the cold or heat. He needs no grooming.

Class: terrier

Height at shoulder: 45 cms approx.

Colour: any

Diamond Of Cantrel - a champion - belongs to Angela Hart. At home he is called Jedi.

Cruiser, belongs to Mr & Mrs Frost of Port Alfred.

 

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