What should I look for in a staffy puppy?
What should I look for in a staffy puppy?
New Puppy Checklist
- Food and water bowls. This is obvious, but it’s essential.
- Quality Food. A high-quality food is key for any dog but it could be argued to be even more important for puppies as they grow.
- Toilet pads.
- Crate.
- Bedding.
- Lead and collar.
- Travel crate (get the large).
- Chew toys.
Do Blue Staffies bark a lot?
The over-exuberance in Staffies (jumping nipping and barking) is one of their best and worst traits. They need their owners’ and people they meet, to always keep calm and ignore them until they are calm. They are a very soft natured dog, so they go from manic to submissive in a second.
Are Blue Staffies rare?
BLUE IS NOT RARE! There was a time that this was the case but the number of litters born and registered with the Kennel Club rises dramatically each year and now far outnumber non-blue staffords (All other recognised colours combined!)
Are Staffies good for first-time owners?
Overall, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is well suited to first-time dog owners that are willing to give the dog the care and focused training that it requires. They are incredibly loving and can make for a great family companion with a high amount of socialisation.
Are Blue Staffies good?
Staffies can make great family pets As a rule, they are gentle, affectionate dogs who adore people. In fact, their well documented love of children once earned them the nickname “nanny dog”. Of course every dog is different and, in the wrong hands or with a bad experience, any breed can become troubled or aggressive.
How long do blue Staffies live for?
12-14 years
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are pretty healthy and hardy and have a life expectancy a little better than average for most breeds. Your Staffie should live for 12-14 years. However, plenty of individuals live into their mid-teens if they are provided with plenty of exercise and a healthy diet.
Are Staffies inside or outside dogs?
Staffies are sensitive to the heat and the cold, so outside living is not appropriate for this breed. They benefit from having a yard to run around in, but they should not be left alone outside for too long because they get bored easily and become destructive.
What are the characteristics of a staffy dog?
Common Staffy Characteristics 1 Coat Colours. Staffies are very colourful breed. 2 Height. Staffies are relatively short with an average height range between 1 feet 2 inches to 1 feet 4 inches. 3 Weight. The recommended weight for a staffy ranges from 11 to 17 kilograms, (11 – 15 for females and 13 – 17 for males). 4 Life Span.
What does a Staffordshire Bull Terrier look like?
They have a beautiful smooth, short coat, which looks like velvet on their face. Staffordshire bull terriers are a medium sized dog and are known for their very muscular bodies. Their head is quite broad with darker eyes and ears which are “rose” shaped. Staffy’s nose length (muzzle) is also on the shorter side.
What are the different colours of Staffies?
Staffies are very colourful breed. They’re many different colours a staffy’s coat could have; this means you have the opportunity to choose a colour that fits your particular preference. The most common staffy coat colour is brindle. However, the following coat colours are known to exist: Red; Fawn; White; Black; Blue; Liver
Can Staffies be shorter than their breed standard?
As such some dogs can be shorter or taller and they can be lighter or heavier than stated in their KC breed standard. Staffies are known for their bold and courageous natures but the breed is also renowned for being totally reliable and intelligent although they can be headstrong and stubborn.
