I also have a 1yearold rottweiler who i introduced to him as a puppy and now they get on fine as long as the rottweiler knows blue is the boss, but if he sees other male dogs he. Like all the bull breeds, the staffordshire bull terrier can trace its heritage back to the ancient molossian war dogs of the greeks. Staffordshire bull terriers dogs and puppies rspca. I own my first staffordshire bull terrier and i found this book very helpful with the basics of the breed. The mollossians in turn gave rise to the great mastiffs of europe, and then to the family of dogs bred to bait bulls and other animals. Terrier from latin terra, meaning earth or soil is a type of dog originally bred to hunt vermin. The irish staffordshire bull terrier is from england and was bred from the english staffordshire bull terrier which was bred in the 1800s. Congratulations on your new american staffordshire terrier. The american staffordshire terrier, known to their fans as amstaffs, are smart, confident, goodnatured companions. American staffordshire terrier dog breed information. It originated in the city of birmingham and in the black country of staffordshire from crossbreeding between the bulldog and the english white terrier. Redboys amstaffs performance bred american staffordshire. The bull terrier was introduced by james hinks of birmingham, who had been experimenting for several years with the old bullandterrier dog, now known as staffordshire.
Staffordshire bull terriers i love them so much duration. Recordings by lady evelyn grace, stafford in eire the staffordshire bull terrier club of ireland was born in 1947. Staffordshire bull terrier breed of dog britannica. Staffordshire bull terriers irish and english canine. Irish staffordshire bull terrier health like their smaller english brethren the staffordshire bull terrier, the irish staffy is a pretty healthy dog as far as the number of ailments goes. The various bully breeds, as theyre nicknamed, have been around for centuries. I enjoyed reading this training manual it tells about the dogs history and has excellent training methods. American staffordshire terrier and staffordshire bull terrier by nicholas, anna katherine and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Staffordshire bull terriers and staffiecrosses dogs trust. English staffy vs irish staffy pet forums community.
The bullandterriers evolved into three of our modern breeds. History the staffordshire bull terrier heritage centre. The irish staffordshire bull terrier is a powerful and muscular dog, very strong for his size with a broad head and very strong jaws. We have created this site, all about staffies, to help you with all kinds of staffy related information. Thanks to the stigma of its cousin the pit bull, the staffordshire bull terrier is a breed fraught with misconceptions and untruths. Staffordshire bull terriers english and irish breed books canine. By the 1880s, irish terriers were the fourth most popular breed in ireland and britain. The early bullandterrier came to america with immigrants from england and ireland. Staffies sadly have a bad reputation due to their fighting history, and have been tarnished with the dangerous dogs label in recent years. Irish staffordshire terrier facts vrs myths page 3. Once known by such names as bullandterrier, half and half, and pit. The female staffordshire terrier weighs around 16 kilograms while the males are 17 kilograms. The history of the staffordshire bull terrier doglistener.
The timing coincides with historical descriptions of dog fighting contests in ireland, a lack of accurate stud book documentation, and. Staffordshire bull terrier by in very good condition if not perfect. Whereas the english dogs were primarily fighters and vermin killers, the irish staffordshire bull terrier was also used to hunt wild hogs, badgers, foxes and other game. Irish terrier garden wonder dog pop wall art signed limited print 8 x 10 ksams.
These are emotionally driven dogs who get anxiety when they are not inside with humans. The mixed breed turned out to be 100 per cent staffordshire bull terrier. Staffordshire bull terriers english and irish breed books canine library shaun. Staffordshire bull terrier dog breed facts and traits. The dublin dog show in 1873 was the first to provide a separate class for irish terriers. While out on the walk make sure the dog heels beside or behind the person holding the lead, never in front, as instinct tells a dog the leader leads the way. Staffordshire bull terrier history before the nineteenth century, bloodsports such as bull baiting, bear baiting and cock fighting were common. Get the best deals on irish terrier collectibles when you shop the largest online selection at. The staffordshire bull terrier breed is the most misunderstood and misrepresented dog breed there is. Large amounts of money were gambled on the outcomes of these socalled sports. The irish staffordshire bull terrier possesses tremendous stamina and must have plenty of exercise.
The story of the staffordshire bull terrier is a relatively brief one in the grand scheme of canine history, but it can be confused by the several different names hung on the breed at various times. Bulls brought to market were set upon by dogs as a way of tenderizing the meat and providing entertainment for the spectators. The irish terrier is considered one of the oldest terrier breeds. The muzzle is short and the cheek muscles distinct. However, staffies with the right training can make wonderful pets and many of the staffies in our care are well behaved, affectionate and playful. History and origins of the staffordshire bull terrier. The point that is being made, is that there is no such thing as an irish staffordshire bull terrier. A terrier is a dog of any one of many breeds or landraces of the terrier type group, which are typically small, wiry, game and fearless. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new. Any dog that has a substantial no of characteristics of a pit type are. Staffordshire bull terrier puppies, rescue, pictures. The history of the staffordshire bull terrier origins of. The size and the weight of the dog is mostly proportionate. Victoria ellis sticks up for our local breed affectionately known as the staffie.
The breed was created by crossing the bulldog, then a longerlegged and more agile dog, with a terrier, possibly the fox terrier or one of the old breeds known as the white english and the blackandtan terriers. Staffordshire bull terrier is named britains favourite. That icon of the county, the staffordshire bull terrier, was once a fighting dog, although it can make a good pet. Irish staffordshire bull terrier dog breed information and. Staffordshire bull and american staffordshire terrier. They are an amazingly loving and devoted dog, she told newstalk. There are many excellent, conscientious and knowledgeable breeders and great care is taken with balancing puppy. Part of the controversy comes from the original function of these breeds as dogs that fight. The staffordshire bull terrier is an english breed of shorthaired terrier of medium size. Differences arose in 1955 and by the end of the year, the club had broken up. One of the biggest sporting and gambling events in the 17th and 18th century was bull and bear baiting. Irish staffordshire bull terrier dog breed pictures, 1. The irish setter its history and training by colonel j.
Staffordshire terrier has a short and a smooth coat. It is generally conceded that he used the staffordshire, crossed with the white english terrier, and some writers contend that a dash of pointer and dalmatian blood was also. Irish staffy puppies for sale in huddersfield hd1 on. Now classified as a heritage breed, the irish terrier is much sought after and greatly esteemed both in the show ring and as family pets. It provides interesting information on the history of the breed, their misunderstood temperament and for those interested in showing the requirements to enter. Lovely playful pups, brought up around children and older dogs born 2403. This article will prove interesting to all staffordshire bull terrier lovers and includes details of the country of origin, the history, purpose and background of the dog and how the dog got his name. Irish staffordshire bull terrier this was an immensely popular working strain of the staffordshire bull terrier breed, developed in ireland during the 19th century. The sbt is a breed in its own right it is a kc recognized breed. A vintage dog books classic reprint originally published in 1924, this was the. Buy staffordshire bull terriers irish and english canine library breed books canine library by shaun barker isbn. They date at least as far back as the 15 th century, when bullbaiting the harassment of a bull by a bulldog was not only the preferred way to tenderize meat on the hoof, it was also a popular form of public entertainment. Irish and welsh terrier matted dog art print german new u.
They have one health problem, however, that is unique to the staffy breed. The apbt is or is not a pure breed depending on its ancestry, but regarding the staffie, you put the irish in front of the name, it will proberbly be from dubious breeding. Gillian bird of the dspca said bull mastiffs were bred in the 19th century as guard dogs. Advertise your staffordshire bull terrier puppies for free.
The show also revealed how dogs are regular blood donors. Staffordshire bull terrier, breed of terrier developed in 19thcentury england for fighting other dogs in pits. Even if a dog was proved type theres not a great deal you can do as you cant reg a dog yourself. Each book is written by an expert on the breed or animal concerned, and covers choosing a pet, basic obedience, exercise and health care, plus much. The history and origins of the staffordshire bull terrier is really interesting. It was bred as a fighting dog and, until blood sports were banned in 1835, was used for badger baiting, ratting, bull baiting and dog fighting. History we love irish terriers we love irish terriers.
Irish staffordshire bull terrier dog breed everything. Brocaire rua is a dog breed from ireland, one of many breeds of terrier. Some varieties of bull and terrier from england and ireland began to find their way into. The refinement of the breed from its gladiator background into the american staffordshire terrier is a story that makes it truly an american breed.
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