Alice White
American Staffordshire Terrier can learn many commands, but the basic ones must be learned without fail. The owner must be consistent, remain patient, be strict when necessary, but above all – wise, reasonable, and kind. To reinforce the commands, you can use them in your daily life, for example, when you are going to give your pet a toy or a treat. Also, try to maintain discipline regarding sleeping places and feeding times, especially if it is a male dog.
#1 The American Staffordshire Terrier is a direct descendant of the English Staffordshire Bull Terrier, which is famous in its homeland and around the world.
The English Staffordshire Bull Terrier originated from a cross between a bulldog and a fox terrier and was also used, contrary to popular belief, not only as a fighting dog. It was popular among hunters, in order to knock down wild boars, was used as a protector and guard, and these dogs were often kept by butchers.
#2 In the mid-19th century, many were transported to the United States, where dog owners and breeders established their own breeding program and created their own club.
In America, these dogs began to be called staff to somehow distinguish them from the English Staffordshire Bull Terriers. Moreover, in America, breeders bred larger individuals, which led to certain consequences.
#3 In 1976, the official organizations decided to change the name of the breed.
And clearly separate the Staffordshire Terriers raised in America from their English brothers, since American dogs have already acquired their own characteristic features, including larger sizes, although they still have much in common with English individuals.
