One of the most family loving breeds is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. With its incredible ability to learn, it makes a wonderful pet. Many breeders have Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies for sale. Make sure you chose a reputable breeder. Due to its history, this dog presents with great intelligence, determination and courage. It is a medium size, but very muscular dog standing only fourteen to sixteen inches tall at the withers and weighing in at around twenty four to thirty two pounds. Although, this dog does have the ability to warn an owner of strangers and its intimidating appearance may discourage a would be thief, it is not usually suitable to be a watch dog because it has a natural fondness for people.
Grooming required for this breed is seemingly easy. With its short, straight coat a simple brushing and bath can be all there is. Of course, the standard care for nails, teeth and ears need to be done. A breeder that has Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies for sale can direct you in the specifics for grooming because care needs to be started at an early age. Another consideration that needs to be thought about at an early age is obedience training. Due to this breeds incredible intelligence, they are a ‘quick study’ with most any class that they are placed in. As with humans, we all learn easier and faster the younger we are. Starting classes for your puppy at an young age will make it easier for him/ her to learn.
These dogs come in a variety of colors including black, brindle, fawn, red, white and any combination of these colors. Their faces are broad and short. Their heads blend into a large, muscular neck. The muscularity continues into its front and especially into the hind legs. This build gives the dog great agility and power. If you want a very adorable puppy that will grow into a great family pet look for Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies for sale. These dogs are athletic, fun loving and love hiking or just sitting with you watching TV. One thing to keep in mind is that, as puppies, they are very ‘oral’ dogs. Meaning, you will need to provide chew toys to avoid losing furniture, shoes or anything else they may find fun to chew.
Although there maybe some variances in personalities of individual dogs, for the most part you will find them to be intelligent, loving, curious and agile. One thing that must be made apparent, at a very young age, is that you are in control. The puppy, then dog, must understand that you set the limits and rules. They must know that you are the boss. When you find a reputable breed that has Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies for sale, ask them to give you names for good trainers/ classes. This is a wonderful dog for a family that, with good leadership, will make a great companion for years to come.
