Living with a Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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I’ve had 4 Staffies. They’re the best dogs. There’s only one downside to owning a Staffie and that’s having your heart and soul ripped out when they pass on. I lost my old boy last October and I miss him every single day.
I’m awaiting adoption of a 7 year old staffy and I’m already bracing myself for this heartache!! Especially since we’ll likely have no more than a decade together… doesn’t deter me from giving her her forever home though 😊
Yep it has taken me years to get another staffie but he’s pretty funny cute & a holly terror but yes that part does rip your heart out
I feel you so much. This hole in your heart hurts to death.
As a Englishman man from Staffordshire in England and a lifetime owner of the humble staffie, I have too say they are without doubt the best breed anyone can own. Of course I’m biased, but they make great family dogs, great with kids, great fun too own and have great personalities..
They represent us Brits well! We are from Gnosall in part.
Respects man
Best family dog one can imgine
100 manchester born and bread me and have had staff's all my life best family dog in my opinion
We love our staffy breed in Australia 🇦🇺 ❤️
I'm in the uk and had staffies for over 30 years and would never consider another breed, my boy will be 16 soon and still loving life.
16?! Wow I hope shadow lives that long!
I'm torn between getting a staffy and an English bulldog
@@HaggardPillockHD bulldogs are great, i just wanted something more mobile with less possible health complications.
@@HaggardPillockHD Staffy! Bulldogs have breathing problems because they have been bred to have that squashed face, the reason for this is that people buy them for it, simple answer is don't buy them and they'll stop doing it! (yes, I am a Staffy owner lol! totally love him to bits :-) )
@@HaggardPillockHD seems like an odd choice between the two because they will have very different lifestyles. if you are active/outgoing at all definitely go with the staff because english bulldogs have so many physical limitations. breeders have absolutely ruined that breed. there are even some poorly bred staffordshire bull terriers which can not even be very active on hot days. this is why it's so important to find a breeder who does more than just beauty pageants with their dogs. staffordshire bull terriers should be bred for health and performance before looks. this will dictate their true breed type as it should be.
Agree totally about staffs. They're fantastic with kids. Also thank you for not slicing your dog's ears off. He looks magnificent.
I had a Staffy, yours looks just like mine did, he had some really bad owners, that didn't want him, so we bought him for £20... He was only a pup, he was afraid at first, but he soon realized he was in a better place.. I can confirm that yes, Staffies are in fact Nanny Dogs, I have two younger siblings and when they were babies he'd be around them 24/7, they're amazing emotional support dogs, they'll bring you so much love and many unforgettable memories. My Staffy sadly passed away in 2017 at the age of 17 years, he became very unwell, he had cancer and there was nothing we could do, the saddest part was having take him to the vets to have him put to rest, and even today I still grieve... But to grieve is to have deeply loved. Dogs are only a fraction of our life, but we are all of their life, so give them a life to love and enjoy.
your dog didnt have a cancer. it was the cancer. you owned and perhaps still own creatures that are dangerous to not only mother nature but also to us. do you even know how hazardous dogs are? or are you a true insecure nutter.
I am with my staffy on the bed reading this I am crying I feel your pain because mine is getting old sorry for your loss take care
My old staffy has been the same his whole life, nana dogs
100% agree.❤
They've got such cute, cuddly heads and nothing beats the Staffy smile
Got my first dog in 1963, owned a total of 9 dogs to-date. Anyway, my wife and I bought a Staffordshire bully (full blooded) in 82. Out of the 9 doggies, it is "Buster" the Staffy (and Muggsy who was a mutt) who I miss the most, she was an outstanding, and very loyal dog. Believe it or not, that dog was a tree climber, not kidding. To this very day, I still grieve for both.
Don’t worry, they are waiting for you in doggy heaven happy to they can be with their owner whenever they want🙏🏼❤
yep......they love to climb trees!!!!
@@smithy280663 Did you have one that is or was a tree climber?
I like this guy. Knowledgeable about the proper terms and the difference in bully breeds! Very educational, definitely giving viewers facts Instead spreading more ignorance about the bully breeds! Good job!
Thank you! Glad you liked the video
@Dan Rockwell
Be prepared for haters of the breed that listen to misinformation and are experts I'm sure you already know.
Good video love someone supporting the breed!!
Shadow is adorable👍👍
@@danrockwell1883 mine is a rescue, they didn't walk her, which has made her a little rough at 1st, it's tame ages to retrain her, she's having a big cuddle right now
@@michelechisholm7482 good luck
@@joanlovelace7338 easy to be prepared when you don’t care about em 🫠 thanks for the love!
I have had mine for 12 yrs now and he is exactly like this in every way, Even being old and grey he still has a crazy amount of energy and really gentle, he plays with my kittens all of the time.
I live in Melbourne Australia and Ive owned the breed for over 30 years and can’t imagine owning any other dog. They are the most loyal, loving and fun dog to be around. They really are first and foremost a people focused dog. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you liked the video, yeah I love the staffys. when I was in Australia I saw a lot of them
Listen, their is no bad owning a staffy, they’re the best land seals on earth.
Absolutely 😂
Yes! Land seal -- that describes them perfectly!
ahahah oh mate, so many times i've looked at my girl and thought, you look so much like a seal :) A seal or a frog, depends how she is laying.
So true! My staffy is a role of fur
Well my mom’s friends staffy always use to eat the bones off our Sunday dinners, specifically lamb and he would only eat it on the carpet. He also stole a whole chicken from the fridge once
Mine filled my life full of laughter and lunacy. Very intelligent and loyal
I lived with mine for 12 yrs. She was the most loyal, loving and protective dog I’ve ever had! She would watch over my grandchildren like they were her own! I miss her so much. She would talk to me, but people never knew I had her until they came over. She was so quiet. God I loved her to no end. I will have another one in my life. Thank you for bringing positive attention to this breed! ✌🏽❤️
I lost my staffie in May to cancer. She was the best dog I ever had, she grew up with my 4 kids and when it was her time to go all their friends came to say goodbye too! She was a proper character, so funny, loving, loyal and gentle. She came with me everywhere! Miss her so much 💔
Sorry for your loss it's like losing part of the family 😢😢
I'm in the UK, my boy is 12 and still a pocket rocket of energy!! Great dogs to own they love people unconditionally. You have a very beautiful beast there.
I’m in the UK too my girl is also 12 and she is a crazy, naughty flirty girl I wouldn’t have her any other way
I’m In the us and my boy ace is about to be 11 in a month and he’s still the best boy ever. Unfortunately he has a bad backend and can’t climb, jump, or use stairs. He can’t control his poops so poops in the house sometimes but the vet said that’s not on him but he will hold his pee forever and never pee in the house so I know the poops
aren’t his fault. He’s the best for ever
Yes in the U.K. we love them so much there amazing!
Once you have had one you will never want another breed. Thank you for talking about shadow. I miss mine so much and can't wait to have another.
Truth x
I have an American Pitbull and A staffy that was abandoned and left in front of my house tied up to a pole after having puppies. My wife rescued her and she is so amazing. LOVE THEM. Everything you say is TOTALLY on point..
Such great dogs huh!
@@danrockwell1883 totally. Amazing dogs and really loyal and loveable
I miss my boy, Toby. He was the best dog, he was a Staffordshire 48 LBS of muscle he was 18 when he passed.
i flew to Texas from New York to get a British staffy.. she's 4 months old now ... she is so smart , i taught her almost all tricks .. she is god damn amazing !
The best breed! Cheers!
I would love to have an all black female puppy.! And I'm in Texas.
The noises they make.... EPIC!!! They are so loving and kind and ofcourse with the right training they will always be gentle with you ! They are so nurturing and their owner is everything. My English Staffy is amazing with kids of all ages and sizes! She is so gentle 😍 💕 💖
Yes the noises. Miny yawns or wines shes hilarious
They’re so underrated. I had a staff and she passed away suddenly at the age of 10. I have never ever felt pain like it.
I now own a pocket bully cross staff puppy. She is beautiful x
The thought of loosing my 12 year old is incomprehensible. Sorry for your loss.x
Now the feeling, i still cry like a baby..... When a think off my staffy who passed away for over 5 years ago.
I was the most heartbroken in my entire life when my first dog (A english Staffy) died at age 14. I thought i had accepted it and then the moment we got home without her i broke down for an entire week. Cried a whole lot. They truly are the best dogs. I now have another staffy that im sending the same love to :) The pain will go away slowly. They are all a bunch of good boys and good girls and their souls 100% go to somewhere nice.
Lost mine to complications of congestive heart failure at 11, I miss him every day. I know that pain, my heart feels for you.
My boy passed at 8 years old suddenly. That was 4 years ago and I think something is wrong with me because it is almost a daily pain. Still. Embarrassed that I don't have this kind of emotional attachment to people in my life. He was American Bulldog (Alan Scott type).
It’s amazing how great Shadow is with your little girl!! What an awesome bread of dog
Thanks brotha, yeah he’s licks her to death lol
My "Milo" was a stray, wandered up my driveway, scars all over him, broken tail, bones showing and a strange "dent" in his back, near his tail where we think he was stabbed with a screwdriver. We think he was a "bait" dog. I'm SO glad he found me. Your description is him to a "T." He's about 18 months old, and slowly calming down. He lives to be with me, sleeps on my shoulder, will like my face off if I let him. He is SUPER smart, wants to be a "good" dog. He just didn't get any socialization, so we're working on that, training, etc. He's a beautiful black and white, SO loving and sweet, and yes, an excellent guard/protection dog.
I'm in South Los Angeles. Is there an owners group in Sou. CA?
I had15 years with my staffy Angel and she was the best dog I could possible ask for, I wish you many years with him they truly are your BEST friend.
Thank you, I pray I get 15yrs with my buddy
Love this breed, it's the only type I could ever fully trust with family. They are as loyal as they come, love people and very very tolerant of kids. Lacey was our 1st staffordshire and died in my arms, it took us years to get another because you just don't get over them. They really do become part of the family. I would recommend staffies to anyone looking for a friend.
Totally agree with your video. I have a staffy called Skye and she is 4 too. Best thing I ever did, makes a huge difference to my quality of life - awesome friend and companion! When I take her on walks she puts huge smiles on strangers faces - that sums the breed up really!
I have always had Staffies, I adore everything about them. They are so easy to train if you are doing it right. My boys have always been amazing, behaved, loopy and so full of personality 🥰
Here in the UK they have a very mixed reputation. As you mentioned they are very loving and loyal dogs and unfortunately some scum bags will use that loyalty to turn them into fighting dogs, especially since pitts have been banned. Another problem is some parts of the UK can be rather social class driven and they're seen as "lower class" dogs. But anyone who has had or interacted with a staffy knows they're lovely.
Same here in you neighbors to the south, they are super sweet dogs very energetic. But the people they attract are wannabe criminals that wanna use it as a weapon or Dick extention
they are as dmb as fk
The reason our staffies in the uk are looked at as dangerous dogs is because they were popular with The types of people who wouldn't train them properly. 1 or 2 high profile maulings happened by staff cross breeds that really put a bad rep on them.
what a joke. My staffy is so clever and learns something after telling him 2-3 times. @@CFox.7
I think the bad reputation is largely caused by the fact that much of the general public can't tell the difference between bully breeds. Most people in the UK have heard of a staffy and know vaguely what they look like, but a lot of people probably wouldn't be able to tell one from a Pitbull, AmStaff or American Bulldog. So I wonder how many people have been attacked by one of those breeds, or a mixed breed, but have said: "it was a staffy" because that's the closest resemblance they know? It's food for thought.
There is nothing in the entire universe like a Staffy! Staffy cuddles rock - can make. you feel better just about anything!
I’ve owned a Staffy for about 6 months now she’s almost 7 months old and full of love loyalty and energy I’d definitely recommend a staffy to people like myself who sometimes struggle with depression and anxiety she keeps me on my toes and out of my bed having to take care of her to make sure she gets off all of her energy everyday 💗
That was a big reason I got shadow actually! 2017 was a tough year for me and I needed something positive to change in my life and Shadow was it 💪🏼 thanks for sharing!
They are very loving dogs.
I have had Staffies for years. I currently have 2 sisters. They are fantastic dogs, love cuddles, talk lots and love riding shotgun. They do need lots of discipline as they are incredibly powerful for their size. You couldn't ask for a better dog. Look in to Jock of the Bushveld in South Africa for the story of how Jock protected his owner.
Bringing back memories of mine 😢 everything you said was bang on, best breed you can get.. mine was 16 when we had to get her out to sleep
Sorry for your loss , I had a rescue and she was about 11-13 when she died last year , I miss her so much! 😔
My Toby was just about to turn 14 when we had to put him down last month, best breed miss him very much.
omg all u are so damn lucky. i was hoping for 16 n got 10..n the end was the worst it could possibly go. I need one again someday
Totally agree with everything you said. My wife and I have a Staffy and they really are a brilliant all round companion. High energy when they play but also super chill when you just wanna relax. They always want to be by your side all the time. When your Staffy has bonded with you they are really loyal and affectionate.
such great pups!
This summer I had to say goodbye to my 16 year old American pitbull, I have an 8 year old American bully and just yesterday I picked up a female staffy she’s something else I love it
Wow 16! That's a good long life.
American pit bulls came from our Staffies :) as did most bull breeds. Literally the most loving and special dogs you can find, plus they will protect you and your family to the death ❤
YES!!!
At last someone that knows what they're talking about 100% Pitt bulls,am staffs ,but the SBT IS THE DADDY
Once you have a proper staff, you will never want to be without one.
Literally the best dog in the world
Absolutely!!
You're not wrong! English staffy, amstaff and pitbulls are the best life companions! Just need to socialise them early with other dogs.
Does a good pitbull count?
yeah they look so good with blood on their muzzle as well when they kill something for sport.
@@MrHeath1971 socialization doesn't remove their horrible blood sport genetics, unless you're a pit bull nutter.
I lost my main man Cosmo after 16 and a halve years .Just over a year ago.I can't tell you the imence loss of not seeing his face first thing in the morning last thing at night.life is just not the same.He was my protector never left my side.He was brilliant with my twin girls they grew up with him and adored him.He just loved Christmas skidding down the stairs Christmas morning to open his presents.And always knew when it was his Birthday. He still protects me in my dreams .Love and miss him for ever .Nothing greater then a Staffordshire bull terrier. Best dogs in the world.
Such great dogs, so sorry for your loss. Cosmos was a great pup!
They love you no matter what and will protect you.. so tolerant.. they are pure ❤ love.
As an Australian It was so weird to hear that its HARD to get a staffy in the US, there are so many here and all the shelters are absolutely full of them. I got my boy Max about a year ago from a shelter and It was the best decision we ever made, he's the best dog ever.
same here in uk, wrong people go and buy, when they have caused all sorts of issues with the dog they off load to shelters, and thats when good folk like you step in and rescue, but would be better if breeding for profit was stopped, could go on , but needless to say sbt my favourite, have always had rescues and now just have Alfie, i say just , he is a great dog but still miss my girl maisie,
It is but it isn’t well here in the states they get misbreeded as a Pitbull. Like my dog is a staffy, pug, lab mixed her mom’s owner said the dad is a mini Pitbull the dad’s owner correct him and say he’s a Staffy better yet an English Staffy
As a person with a lot of bad past trauma and depression I’ve been on the search for an emotional support dog and coming across the Staffie seemed like the perfect choice. Thanks to this video I know exactly what dog I’ll be looking for and I hope to be able to get one.
Edit: thank you to those who are telling me of their experiences with a Staffy I truly appreciate it because it helps me learn for what I’m preparing to get myself into.
couldnt agree more. i was severely depressed before getting my amstaff and she has helped so much. she makes me miss her throughout the day and shes my registered ESA. every time im upset she starts licking my face and i couldnt ask for a better dog. the staffy breeds are amazing
Trust me, you won't regret it.
I have PTSD, Depression and Anxiety and my Staffy boy helps me live everyday, he senses when I’m sad or having a panic attack and will come to me, sit in my lap and lick me and it always helps
We have an Amstaff. I've never seen one before we got our boy 6 years ago so I didn't know what to expect. He is the most loveable and sweet boy I have ever met. His entire world revolves around what either my wife or myself are doing. He wants nothing more than to love and be loved. I call him a little sex offender because it is absolutely impossible for him to not give a thousand kisses to everyone he comes in contact with!!!! And from what I am hearing from every TH-cam video I watch, this is common for this type of breed. I think an Amstaff would be great for you.
@@youmadbro7733 As it is with most breeds of dog, if they are brought up by by good responsible owners they are a pleasure to be around. The problem with the bully breeds is that a lot of pathetic individuals get tough looking dogs because they think it makes them look hard ( just a message to these people, it doesn't make you look like a tough guy, it makes you look like a pathetic pussy). There lies the problem, these dogs live to please their owner and if they are trained or encouraged to show aggression they are just pleasing their master. Most breeds of dog bite and release the arms or legs, bully breeds go for the face and throat and lock on with obviously much more severe consequences.
I have owned several Staffies and agree with you that they are the most gentle, empathetic dog breed on planet earth. I had a rescue Staffie that had lost an eye to a GSD when she was a pup and I would 100% trust her around humans and small animals. She and my 2 Jack Russell's totally loved each other. But she changed into a totally different beast around large dogs and I could never let her of the lead. She got better over the years and I would let her off the lead on a large open field, but any sign of a large dog and she would have to be put back on the lead.
Anyone that wants a Staffie in the UK, please go to your local dogs home. There are literally thousands upon thousands of Staffies that have been tested by animal behaviourists and deemed as safe to be re homed. If you want a dog that will love you unconditionally, will know when you are upset or sad and quite happily lie for hours by your side or on your lap. Get a Staffie, you will never, ever regret it.
Shadow is an absolute legend! Love it when you acted sad and Shadow rolled up to see if you were alright lol 🤙🏼
I fostered a 10 month old pitbull for roughly two months. She was the sweetest dog I've ever met. She was my shadow, constantly by my side. She was very gentle and playful with my three cats as well as my border collie and my son's morkie. Isabel went on to a great home.
Thank you for sharing your great lovely story with your staffordshire 😊. I lost my Frenchie a month ago while I had to travel oversea. She missed me so much at a nice pet hotel to the point she stressed herself out. My wife and I saw her from the webcam my Frenchie did not sleep, did not eat in her room. On the eighth days the pet hotel called us for their concerns. My kind neighbor picked my Frenchie up to her vet. My vet told us she has Addison disease in her but due to the stress triggered it. A special treatment must needed and she went into her treatment but did not responded well. My Frenchie passed on before I came home on the 10th day. So sad. We missed her so much! The treatment was outrageously costly but that’s not the point but it couldn’t save my Frenchie Mochi 😢. A week ago I saw this lady with her brown color doggie sat at a patio outside of the ice-cream parlor. I went over to pet her dog and talk. I’d never known about this breed Staffordshire. I really like her dog, as she told me this was a rescue doggie. God blessed her heart. My niece told me if I ever get another dog I should look into a bigger dog, some type of guard dog as well. Since we live in a canyon. We are retiree from a pizzeria business. Once we done some traveling, ready to settled down. I really would like to have a dog again. I could take my dog as my companion walk around the lake. If you see this comment please give me some information where to find a reputable staffordshire breeder? Much appreciated. Cheers and have good fun with kind love with your Staffy.
These wee babies are so adorable. They interact with adults well. I adopted a rescue from abuse and he had a different m lifestyle with me 2 x 6 mile walks a day and absolutely loved being out together. He was my best friend forever. He has been gone now nearly 2 years and I miss every hair on his head xx
Love it mate [ getting my staffy change my life ]
& I never want to imagine my life without him again
Here's something for you the English staffy was originally bred to protect newborns in nurseries in hospitals. They needed a dog that was big enough to deter people yet small enough that they would not jump into the cots. So there you go that's what they originally bred for
I currently have my second staffy and both my first and now the second are both amazing. I will never ever get another breed. Staffys are the best!!!
They certainly are!
I've been fortunate enough to share my life with two Staffies since my childhood. Unfortunately, they both crossed the rainbow bridge in the past three years. Staffs are undeniably the most remarkable dog breed, I love their endearing goofiness and unwavering affection. Super loyal dogs
Such great dogs, sorry for your loss ❤️
I have an Amstaff Pittie mix, she's 93 lbs of love. She's vocal and speaks alot. She always knows where I'm at in the house.
Big dog! Bet she’s great
Shadow is adorable! 🥰
Another thing about Staffies is the way they sleep. They like to distort their bodies and snore. ☺️
Epic snoring.
I live in Germany.
we have had a staffie since 1.5.
he is such a wonderful dog!
If we go on a tour of the city with him, we will be asked at least 3 times what breed he is and almost everyone is enthusiastic about this dog! ❤️
Did the law change when i was based over in Germany back in 2000 they was banned ;(
@@willems7454 I live in Lower Saxony, thank God there is no breed list. In other federal states, the situation is unfortunately different
In summary, there is no “bad” with this breed. 🥰
Well except for mauling
They chew EVERYTHING! 😆
The only bad with my staffy is begging while im eating 😂 but he is a very loyal, loving, he doesn't jump on my nephews and loves them, give him a belly rub and he'll be your best friend
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@@Marc0644
Nope, mine never did because I trained him not to
Hi Im from Australia and Ive owned Staffy's for most of my adult life ,they truly are an awesome little dog, both my kids have grown up with them even my grandaughter grew up with one that she called her brother.
They're extreemly protective over the kids and family and so very gentle with other living creatures, but I think my most favourite thing about them is the way they talk to you its priceless .
Shadow is beautiful your daughter will grow up having a loyal protecter and friend he will never let her down.
The car walking by was so funny lmaoooo
😂 glad you caught that!
I had one 15 years ago, and now with a 3 year old daughter looking to get another here in the near future. It's awesome seeing you advertise the breed in such a positive manner that they deserve.
Thank you! Gladys you liked the video 🙏🏼
Staffies are well known for having what we call in England a "funny 5 minutes".
This means they'll suddenly start running around in circles, or running through the house doing circuits, with no rhyme or reason.
Then, they'll snap out of it and return to a (semi) normal state.
I can relate 2 dat...great & informative video 👍👍
My staffy did that mad run,
through the lounge over the furniture through the kitchen
up the stairs and back again
Sadly my girl passed away 2 months ago
she was14,and a half,
Broke my heart, but ,that's the price we pay with our pets ,
They dont live as long as we do
I will get another staffy,
I've owned 6 so far , they're my favourite
@@aussiesheila9495
Hahaha...yes, exactly.
My little staffy used to do the same.
Run around the living room, under the table, out into kitchen, then up to garden, back in, and repeat.
I'd say to my Dad "what is she doing"?
To which he replied "she's just having a funny five minutes".
We've had 5 in my family, from puppy to old age, and I currently have a beautiful pure white one with green eyes...he's beautiful.
Sorry to hear you lost her, it's always really sad seeing them struggling to move and deteriorating like they can.
@@prophetascending9021
For me staffys are the best family dog
Everyone loved my girl , family friends and neighbours
They are such social pets
They greet ppl at the door ,
They smile and they love to talk ,
A white staffy with green eyes , he must be a bute
ive had staffys and they are amazing dogs id have another one in a heart beat
They sure are! Welcome to the channel 🤘🏼
I would but they got added to Ohios anti bulldog laws which is a real shame.
Great video. I’m a uk staffy owner and so lovely to see my view shared by you over in the US.
I’ve had one before and now have a 3 month old blue staffy (Blossom) and I’m just obsessed with her. They really are so loving and affectionate 🥹
Only one bad thing having a staff is you love them soooo much that when they get old and die it hurts so much! Mines 12 now and I know he's not long left it absolutely breaks me.Staffys are without doubt the best ❤❤️
Everything you said about them was spot on! My Blue Staffy Zeus always tries to obey the rules, is super affectionate with everyone, and a huge bundle of energy! Great video👍
🤣. You’re right, they always TRY to obey the rules. Enthusiasm sometimes wins out though.
@@todaywefly4370 yes, they are very enthusiastic, and sometimes need to be told more then twice when not to do something.
Love the blue Staffies. But hey, all are gorgeous.
The most amazing breed of dogs ever. Adore them ,so good with kids and 1000% loyal and so intelligent. Loads of energy when excited,but honestly they are soooo sensitive to their owners. Adorable dogs. ❤️❤️
Great video summarizing pretty much everything about the breed.
I had two staffies male and female. My female's going on 12 years and still is as youthful as when she was 2. But I lost my 10 year old male to a 9 month long battle to cancer, last month. I'm still devastated by it and will forever miss him.
Your dog is beautiful and a great example of a perfect staffie breed.....
I have had the pleasure of owning 5 rescue staffies and now only have 2 left 14yrs & 10yrs old......
Simply the best breed ever
My friend has a staffy and they truly are loving, caring and loyal. Just amazing to be around.
I've lived with a Staffordshire for seven years now and wouldn't trade one second I spent with her for anything in the world.
Thanks for spreading information about this amazing breed. It´s been 3 years since my staffy passed and I´m still not ready for a new one: Best dogs you can get
Sorry for your loss! Take time to heal, be happy for all your moments together. God bless!
I had a rescue Staffie for 14 years. Very, very smart, loving, playful, and NO EGO. She was always content just being part of everything. It was very rewarding to care for her.
Everything you have shared about staffs is absolutely spot on ! xx
We live in South Africa and English Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very popular here. We have had a staffy for years. We have our 4th Staffie (he's 11-1/2 years old and such a sweetie) and it's true about what you said. They are loyal, loyal, loyal. He hardly ever barks. He's emotionally sensitive. Just love the breed!
Love it when someone actually knows the bully breeds! I hate it when people call any dog with a blocky head a pit bull despite it not being one.
Yeah most people are clueless
Technically, it is a pit bull. Pit bull is a term used for the dogs that came from mixing bulldogs and terriers. Normally when someone say pit bull, they are thinking of the American pit bull terrier, which is often recognized as an own breed.
But both American pit bull terriers, American staffordshire bull terriers, staffordshire bull terriers and bull terriers are pit bulls. I don't like using that term, and I would never call my dog a pit bull. Napoleon is a staffordshire bull terrier, not a pit bull, but staffordshire bull terrier is a pit bull race, does that make any sense?
@@Ugleseth makes no sense..his dog is a Staffordshire,no inkling of Pitbull in it
@@littlea464
-The poodle is a water dog
-The Portuguese water dog is water dog.
-The staffordshire bull terrier is pitbull.
-The American pitbull is a pitbull.
Does it make more sense now?
@@Ugleseth American bully is NOT a pit bull they are their own line.
Staffies are the most loving, funniest, empathetic companions. they will be your 'soul' dog. Just check out shelters first. So many of them are tarred with the undeserving pitbull stigma. There is no reason to buy a dog, please adopt from a rescue!
Staffies are one of the best dog breeds ever.
My dad adopted a staffie from a breeder that had skin problems, so couldn't be a 'show dog'. He was so gentle and wonderful, but also very intelligent.
When he wanted to come back into the house, he would sit outside the back door shaking. The shaking stopped as soon as he thought no-one was watching!
I can also remember my mum driving us children back to the house one day, and seeing Bobby standing on one of my brothers' beds, and so seeing us arrive. By the time we came indoors he was in his dog bed in the kitchen, and yawning/stretching - as if he had just woken up 😂.
The ONLY downside was that for the first year (?) he could only be walked by my dad - as he was aggressive towards othere dogs. My dad would walk him off-lead, and it was very obvious that Bobby would quickly check to see if he was far enough away to get away with it....
He never was, and so learned that attacking other dogs was unacceptable. After around a year, even I (around 11 years old) could safely walk him off-lead 😊.
This was decades ago, and I still miss him.
I live in Thailand nowadays and have 3 rescued street dogs, and one rescued American Bull Terrier XL. Unfortuantely I don't have my dad's natural 'authority', so my ABT has proven to be a problem.... But we're getting there!
Staffies are the best!! I’m on my second and he’s such a darling. He talks, he zooms and he’s a goof 😆
Had staffies for years, everything you say is correct ,they're AMAZING dogs ....can't believe they're not more popular in the USA , I'm from the UK by the way..
Hi Dan, loved your videos to date and really pleased you love our REAL national dog of the UK. Dan if you haven’t already read the staffordshire bull terrier by John F Gordon then you should it’s the best book out there on the breed. It may be difficult to get now as it’s old but perhaps someone’s uploaded it into an ebook or a pdf. Secondly.. now this is hard because I love this breed so much... one staffie is let’s say a garden ornament with boisterous bouts? 🤣two staffies are a whirling dervish crossed with a hurricane!😂🤣 the new arrival is not interested in pleasing you, he or she will only listen to shadow! It definitely is double trouble! There are plus points like toilet training etc it really helps with all training but mate, the workload... I’ve done it and would never do it again. Honestly, enjoy Shadow, enjoy your family, enjoy your life. Sometimes too much of something is a bad thing. I was told it and didn’t listen, I reaped the whirlwind for 10yrs! Less is more my friend lmao
Saw some of your videos as part of doing our research for picking a dog. Our guy is a year old now and we've had a very similar experience to yours. He's still a little nuts since he's mostly a puppy, but he's so loving and fun to be around. Everyone he meets loves him. Really awesome dogs.
Yeah the compliments never end when you have a Staffordshire. Such great dogs!
Love Staffy’s,.we have had Melon for 12 years and previous to that we had Miss Piggy for 16. Both of which where loyal, loving and great company❤️ Dan is spot on, they are regarded as the nanny bread and Melon loves our grandkids to bits❤️
They’re such great dogs. So glad I went with one!
Miss Piggy and Melon - perfect names for a Staffy! 😆
@@hannahmc5291 Miss Piggy was all white so looked pinkish as her skin showed through😁 Melon looked sad when she was a pup, she had some Collie genes in her hence ‘melon collie’ which was shortened to just Melon. She is 12 now👍
My brother had one when we were younger. His name was Ruger, he was brown with a black muzzle. He was a great dog. He was very protective of us, our home and his backyard. I haven't heard anyone talking about this breed in a long time.
I have had my rescue staffy for just over a year. She is amazing. Her breeder chopped her ears and bred her further -3 times by her 2nd birthday. But I have her now and she’s my whole heart.
Shadow looks basically identical in head shape and everything to this dog, Trigger, that was my dad's pride and joy and won several championships. Unfortunately both the dog and my father have passed away, so watching this left me quite misty eyed. 🥺❤️
Sorry to hear that, they’re such great dogs. Again sorry for your loss 🙏🏼 👼
@@danrockwell1883 thank you and I really appreciate that you take time to reply to comments ☺️
He is always so gentle and loving . Super sensitive to energy!! Loves lounging with us around the house until he gets random burst of energy and starts running all over the place. 😂🐶❤️
Only thing missing is Lulu!
Ha ha! I remember those bursts of energy so well!! Our rescue lived to 15 and was a delight every day. X
Love our staffies in South Africa too. The Jock of the Bushveld book is part of our cultural history and drove a lot of interest in the breed here. You described them very well. They are a brilliant mix of favorable qualities for modern people who know how to care for their emotional needs.
It must be noted about a staff, being breed originally for fighting does not necessarily translate to them being good guard dogs. They were bred to fight other dogs of approximately the same weight. That aim has little translation into an overall highly effective guard dog.
This is inaccurate? The staffy was bred specifically for bringing down bull's in conjunction with about 8 other stafys as the combined weight when locked jaw on to the bull then the humans can spear the bull then after tiring the bull out due to all the weight of the dog's hanging on ? We used to eat a lot of bull meat see?
This is true. They're unafraid of and sometimes aggressive with other dogs but many will lick strangers to death.
They just don't compute humans with aggression. (Although they're obviously many exceptions and some can be "nippy" when untrained and excited)
I remember having a pretty intense fight once when out with my sisters large and intimidating staffy and he ran off! 😂 I found him at home later. When it came to showing aggression to humans, he just didn't know what to do
I have a Staffy and this video is 100% accurate to my experience with her! She's supper affectionate, loving, loyal, super tough. I'll say she did tear up a lot of stuff (shoes, couch pillowas etc.) as a puppy but she grew out of that by 1.5 years old with training.
Such great dogs! So glad I found out about this breed :)
My son has a 2 year old Staffy here in Australia and he is such a sweet hearted guy he just loves everyone and when I go to visit 3 times a week he is thrilled to see me and I am sure he thinks I’m there to visit him no one else a great family dog
I have owned Staffordshire bull terriers English here in Australia in the most loyal dog I have had I put them through obedience training and I’ll get good results if you were to breed shadow probably get 1 litter but if you’re happy the way things are then just let it be hope you are all going well 👍🏻🇦🇺🐾🐾
They’re the best dogs! When I was in aussie I loved seeing them
Man I can relate to everything you said about the staffs!! My staff is super gentle and like you said they dont feel physical pain but emotional pain they do feel
Absolutely, they’re very sensitive yet tough!
@@danrockwell1883 I wish I could send you some videos of my staff I am sure you would enjoy them
Brilliant video, enjoyed! We have a 5 yr old SBT and he is amazing. He is a whisker away from talking to us i'm sure, he certainly lets us know when he wants a treat, food, toilet, cuddles etc. He's great with kids, he's playful and gentle. You forgotten to mention their trumps (farts), ours is like a dirty old man after a curry and beer seasion 🤢 hahaha. Wouldn't have him any other way though, best breed ever ❤🐾🐾❤
Hahaha good point 😂 shadow has been known to clear the room at times LOL enjoy your Staffy!
Great video! I own a staffy and I live in the UK. I would be totally lost without her! Thank you for providing such positive and accurate videos about this awesome breed! 👌
do it man! follow those dreams. your a great person, I could tell right away. Stay well bro.
Amazing breed I’ve had two staffies the best ever and very loving 🥰
I’m dead set on getting a staffy bull in the near future. Have owned 2 pit bulls and they were the best companions so a compact version will be great!
Yup! That was my exact reason, love pits but wanted something a little smaller
Real pitbulls with bloodlines don't get bigger than 65 lbs. They are medium sized terriers. Problem is everyone's idea of a pitbull is a shelter dog with no breed standard. Pitbull comes from selectively breeding Staffordshire terrier and Irish Staffordshire terrier.
No offense but I guarantee you didn't own a real pitbull.
Put bulls r the best tbh I’ve had pits staffs and french bulldogs and I love my french bulldog but pit bulls r a very clever breed from being young they do stuff that takes staffs years to be able to do
@@callousjail447games4 what, like kill things
i so glad you are out there showing people the truly loving nature of staffs i have one and she is the best. as an aussie i applaud you for doing this keep the vids coming buddy
Thanks Paul! Yeah they’re truly amazing dogs!
I have a staffy named Kailua and she is the fattest sausage ever, she’s an old lady but she’s really smart, one time she used some chairs to jump onto a counter and opened up a peanut butter jar, and ate half of it before trying to put the cap back on, she’s always smiling and has never looked sad unless we’re sad hurt or sick, she didn’t bark until about a year ago because her other dog friends bark at anything, she also sounds like a lil pig and I love her so much
they are GREAT dogs...........Mine passed away peacefully at 16yrs 3 months back in 2012......and I still miss her!!!!!
❤️ such great dogs. RIP
Who else has a english staffie and is watcing with it
Love staffies! I've got a 2-year-old Olde English Bulldogge and he shares so many of the same characteristics you describe for your Staffie. Not sure if you've tried this but I see you mentioned about Shadow eating bones, Dougie (our OEB) would do the same, he's a 32kg dog so has an incredibly strong jaw. We give him antlers to chew on now, they're so hard wearing and (the good ones) don't splinter or break up - they last forever. May be worth trying Shadow on them if you haven't already?
The “nanny” name came from when parents in the UK had to go to work they would leave their children with their Staffy and knew they would be safe and well looked after
Bullshit
I got my English staffy from a shelter and she’s the best thing that ever happened to me. I got her at 3 and she’s 10 now so always check the shelters first.
They always seem to be smiling which I think is the most adorable characteristic about them.
Yes! The Staffy smile