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The American Staffordshire Terrier, at one time called the Bull-and-Terrier Dog, Half-and-Half, Pit Dog or Pit Bullterrier and now commonly known as the ”Am Staff,” is a well-balanced dog whose tremendous strength is unusual for its moderate size. This is the modern version of the so-called “Pit Bull.” Am Staffs are stocky, powerful yet agile, well-muscled and highly intelligent members of the American Kennel Club’s Terrier Group. Although descended from dogs bred for bull baiting
Loyal, fun-loving, fearless and affectionate, American Staffordshire Terriers (sometimes called Amstaffs) bring great joy to their families. Often confused with Pit Bull Terriers, the two breeds share an ancestral bloodline and were originally bred to fight, but the American Staffordshire line has become much more gentle in the last 100 years. Despite their reputation as an aggressive breed, the Amstaff is a true family dog. Loving and playful, this breed will play with children in
American Staffordshire Terriers are strong, stocky dogs with large heads, strong jaws and medium length, straight tails. The AKC describes them as, “well put-together, muscular, but agile and graceful.” They have black noses, large, round, low-set eyes and wide, round muzzles. Their chests are well-sprung, giving them an air of confidence as they move about. Amstaff's legs are short, and long, lean legs are not acceptable. They come in a rainbow of colors and patterns