What's it like to own a Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Breed Information

In the first in our breed overview information series, we look at everything you need to know about the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or Staffy for short.
We'll go through the history of the breed, common health issues in staffies, the amount of exercise they need and so much more.
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[@drewschumann1]

We rescued a 2 year old staffie and he is the sweetest boy.

[@SkoolDoggery]

Aww that’s great to hear. You won’t regret it, they are the best breed of dog.

[@FeliciaBerryVlogs]

I just got my first staffy. I’m in US, and found the breed on Facebook reels lol. It was love at first site and the more I read about them, I just had to have one. Nala has been with us for 17 days, and she is amazing! She is so intelligent and loving. Highly recommended!

[@SkoolDoggery]

That’s great to hear! They are such an amazing breed, you’ll have such a great time with her!

[@traceyowen2437]

Really in enjoyed your video I have been brought up with staffies I have one now and I will always have one best dog ever 👍

[@SkoolDoggery]

Awww thanks so much 🙂 Staffies really are the best!

[@seanodonnell5837]

My am staff is my baby. Trained her for years and have older relatives who hate dogs but love her.

[@user-mt4vs6uj2x]

I've a 10 month old long staffy, he's the definition of a good boy . Extremely strong but very friendly when meeting people and dogs , he will lay down to show he's no threat . So glad we got him , his name is Ted 👍

[@SkoolDoggery]

Ted is a great name. I know I’m biased but Staffies really are the best ☺️

[@SalRubino82]

Where can I get one? Hard to find for me 😢😊

[@SkoolDoggery]

Depends where you are in the world, but dog shelters exist almost everywhere and are a good place to start@@SalRubino82

[@K1989L]

I have an amstaff. Got her as a pup and she has been with us for 12 years. She was a handful as a pup and young dog 😅 but once she turned 3 she has been absolutely amazing 😍 We got two kids now and she is very patient with them. Just an amazing dog! Btw she was my first dog. She turned out nothing short of wonderful 🥰

[@SkoolDoggery]

That sounds amazing 🤩

[@user-tq5vh7lp8y]

So true i used to have one Khan he was like a baby to me adorable little fella so loyal 😊miss him he gone now but never forgotten he was so easy to train to .❤❤❤

[@SkoolDoggery]

Aww I’m really sorry for your loss. But at least you know how amazing these guys can be and what love they can bring 🙂

[@andersholmstrom3571]

Hello, Could you please also do a review of the continental bulldog?

[@SkoolDoggery]

Oooo good choice! I’m not sure I could do a whole one, but they will certainly get a mention soon!

[@jessicaharrison1401]

My staff whos 2 is the calmest staff ive ever owned 😘i lost my best boy tyson 3 years ago he was like a mini hurricane 😅 then i lost my girl in november 2023 broke my heart😘 they both lived wrll into their teens ❤💙.my boy is just so calm he walks past cats and does not bat a eyelid 😅he is so sweet .i take him out for two hours a day and we alternate with intense play one day and a good walk the next so that might be why he is so calm .i love the breed its the only breed i have ever owned .there so gentle with children .my boy loves sleeping in my bed snuggling up to me and loves his snuggles he loves me kissing him on the cheek 😊 he turns his cheek for me to kiss bless sweet boy .he is stubborn though if he does not want to do something he wont 😅 there just little snuggle buns .they are strong though and i do get a lot of little bruises with him jumping up when playing 😅 i cant imagine not having a staff in my life there just the most loving breed .i love all dogs just only owned staffys as i grew up with them .if you want lots of love and kisses a staffy is definitely the breed for you .the only thing i would say is they cant be left long so if you work all day and their is nobody at home there not the right breed for you .they love people and dont do well on their own 😘❤

[@SkoolDoggery]

Oh my gosh it sounds like you have the perfect boy there 🥰 Your right about them struggling on their own, that’s why we crate trained our boy as it can really help with that.

[@jessicaharrison1401]

😘❤❤

[@Bluestaffydave]

Ive had my first staffy for over 2 years now and im not disapointed hes crazy funny loyal and watches my back when out on dark nights and mornings his names dave lol and i ❤him to bits hes my little bro

[@SkoolDoggery]

10/10 name for him and they really are amazing aren’t they ☺️

[@Bluestaffydave]

@@SkoolDoggery they sure are m8 be lost without him

[@brianfergus839]

Nice vid! I’ve got a loooong Staffy mix as well. Note: I found the partial view of your Danelectro to be rather distracting.

[@SkoolDoggery]

Thanks very much! Haha, that’s my wife’s Danelectro. I’m an Ibanez man myself.

[@SamEdwards-pw2ve]

Do you think comfort toys like anxiety relief otter is a good idea for a new puppy? . This toy breathes and has a heartbeat function

[@SkoolDoggery]

I know some people who have had success with them, I certainly don’t think they do any harm. But I’d aim to not use it for very long otherwise they might become dependent on it.

[@Emma-kl4pz]

My boy is energetic for about 30 minutes in short bursts and he sleeps 20 hours a day. We call this sweet and snuggly boy the house hippo.

[@SkoolDoggery]

We love a good house hippo 😅

[@drewschumann1]

Also Sofa Seal

[@Emma-kl4pz]

@@drewschumann1 I like that one

[@user-de4zy4ub3u]

Have you covered border terriers?

[@SkoolDoggery]

Not yet but will certainly add them onto the list.

[@robertchapman1516]

Nanny dog

[@robertchapman1516]

Nanny is woman who takes care of children. I have an American Staffordshire tan and is part pointer and Rottweiler .their larger very violent when protecting. Night and day Love childry

[@NotAlwaysBilly]

Weird how he pronounces it "Staffaja". I'd say it sounds wrong but if hes from that area it must be the correct way lol

[@SkoolDoggery]

It’s probably my accent that’s a weird mashup 😅 Mum made me talk posh but my mates made me talk local.

[@SkoolDoggery]

I’d also guess it’s when I’m saying ‘Staffordshire’ which is the county they are from 🙂

[@Bluestaffydave]

Good god he would be lost with my accent im a proper black country lad born and bred 😂😂😂😂