Breed History

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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a short-haired terrier of medium size,  stocky, muscular, and unusually strong  originating in England .  They once ruled England’s fighting pits but today’s responsible breeders are producing sweet-natured, family-oriented dogs with a reputation for being patient with kids and loyal companions.

The first Staffordshire Bull Terriers brought to the United States lived their lives out simply as companions; it was not until 1975 that The American Kennel Club recognized the Staffordshire Bull Terrier as a registered breed that could be shown outside of the Miscellaneous Classes.