American Staffordshire Terrier Puppy for sale in Cranbourne, Victoria | $2,500

Listing Description

7 pups left 4 weeks old ready to go to their forever home on or around sat 16/11/2024\r\nI have 3 males and 4 females still searching for their new humans to pick them in the meantime they are receiving plenty of love and attention all pups have had basic toilet training and this will continue up until they go to their new homes\r\n\r\nAn incredibly trustworthy dog, the American Staffordshire terrier is playful, gentle and tolerant. The breed is good with children and other animals, but not necessarily other dogs.\r\n\r\nAmerican Staffordshire Terrier at a glance\r\nThe American Staffordshire Terrier Dog Breed\r\nThe American Staffordshire terrier is a bundle of muscles in an agile package.\r\n\r\nSize:\r\nWeight Range:\r\n\r\nMale: 50-70 lbs.\r\nFemale: 45-60 lbs.\r\n\r\nHeight at Withers:\r\n\r\nMale: 19 in.\r\nFemale: 18 in.\r\n\r\nExpectations:\r\nExercise Requirements: 20-40 minutes/day\r\nEnergy Level: Average\r\nLongevity Range: 12-14 yrs.\r\nTendency to Drool: Low\r\nTendency to Snore: High\r\nTendency to Bark: Low\r\nTendency to Dig: High\r\nSocial/Attention Needs: High\r\n\r\nCoat:\r\nLength: Short\r\nCharacteristics: Flat\r\nColors: Any color, solid, parti or patched\r\nOverall Grooming Needs: Low\r\n\r\nClub Recognition:\r\nAKC Classification: Terrier\r\nPrevalence: So-so\r\n\r\nThe American Staffordshire terrier is a bundle of muscles in an agile package.\r\n\r\nEvery inch the athlete, this breed has remarkable strength. Despite its brawn, it is quick and nimble. The broad head with powerful jaws can be intimidating, but fortunately the face usually bears a happy expression and is usually followed by a wagging tail that is short, but not docked. Although the ears may be cropped, it is preferred that they be left in their natural rose shape. This dog is heavy for its size, weighing in at about 45 to 70 pounds (20 to 32 kilograms). It stands between 17 and 19 inches tall. The coat is short and sleek. Any color is acceptable, although a coat with more than 80 percent either white, black and tan, or liver are least preferred.\r\n\r\nPersonality:\r\nResponsible breeders have focused on creating a dog with a sound, reliable temperament around humans. That breeding history is why many AmStaffs (as their friends call them) have incredibly trustworthy temperaments with their families. The average AmStaff is playful, gentle and tolerant. Most well-socialized AmStaffs are good with children, but as with any dog, AmStaffs and children should always be supervised when together. Interaction with other animals, especially other dogs, should be closely monitored.\r\n\r\nThe AmStaff wasn\'t meant to be a hop-to-it obedience whiz, and he isn\'t. If you try to force him, he will always win. If you try to make it a game, he will always play, and you will both win. Despite its tough dog persona the AmStaff is a breed that loves to love.\r\n\r\nLiving With:\r\nThis breed needs a vigorous daily workout, along with some mind games, in order to be at its best. A good long run or a rollicking game of ball is a great way to bond with an American Staffordshire terrier. Obedience training is also good mental exercise.\r\n\r\nIts short coat makes it unsuited as an exclusively outdoor dog, and besides, this breed wants to be a part of all family activities. Coat care could not be easier: simply wash and wear.\r\n\r\nHistory:\r\nIn the late 1800s, these dogs were brought to America for use as farm dogs, where a slightly larger version than its English counterpart was preferred. AmStaffs became extremely popular as family pets by the 1930s; one of the most beloved was Pete the Pup (Petey) of Our Gang (The Little Rascals) fame. This American version eventually was registered in 1936 as the Staffordshire terrier (changed in 1972 to the American Staffordshire terrier).