Many dream of a devoted four-legged friend. Such a friend can be a dog breed Staffordshire Terrier. The animal has a large number of positive characteristics that attract many dog breeders. As for the appearance, the most popular color is white.
The article will discuss the history of the breed's origin, the features of the Staffordshire Terrier, as well as the rules for its content.
History of origin
The Staffordshire Terrier is a breed of dog with a rather long and interesting history of its origin and development. Moreover, during its existence, this breed has managed to undergo many changes. For example, quite often the immediate name of the breed changed; among the most popular, names such as the pit bull, half-hun, half-pit bull terrier and many others can be distinguished. As for the modern name, its animal was acquired only in 1972.
The Staffordshire Terrier is a breed on which a large selection and research work has been carried out. The main task of breeders was the breeding of a dog that would be completely safe for humans. The thing is that earlier in the history of this breed was considered fighting, therefore, had a developed aggression gene. Over his mitigation and worked breeders. In addition, in the selection process, indicators of dexterity developed and indicators of weight and size decreased.
In the process of their transformation, the Staffordshire Terrier interbred with a wide variety of breeds, with the result that the modern ideal was obtained - a small but quick and agile dog with well-developed muscles.
In general, it is believed that Modern Staffordshire Terriers are an achievement of scientists from the United States of America, which is why these animals are often called American (or Amstaff).
general information
In relation to the Staffordshire Terrier in the cynological field, there are officially adopted standards in relation to the external and internal structure. Only in the event that the puppy meets all the characteristics, it can be called purebred and pedigree.
So, as a general rule, representatives of this breed are considered quite hardy and strong dogs. They possess rather pronounced qualities of character, such as courage, loyalty, love for their master. The animal gets along well with people, including it easily comes in contact with small children.
With regard to specific numerical indicators, it is important to note that the height of the animal at the withers can vary from 44 to 48 centimeters, the weight of the dog is in the range from 25 to 30 kilograms. PIt should be borne in mind that these indicators are slightly lower for females than for males.
The anatomical structure of the animal deserves special attention. The head is rather wide, the eyes are set deep and have a small size. The jaw is quite powerful, the nose is colored black, the neck also has pronounced and developed muscles.
The coat is rather short. Moreover, the hair can be of various colors: from standard black to unusual blue or tiger.
Care features
Generally speaking, animals are quite unpretentious in terms of care and maintenance. However, some principles of content still exist.As a general rule, caring for white Staffordshire terriers is no different from caring for animals that have a different color, but there are some exceptions.
So, as for bathing, water treatments for Staffordshire terriers need to be done infrequently - only 2 times a year. This results from the fact that wool at representatives of this breed is rather short. However, the number of bathing against white dogs should be increased. Such a bright hair color gets dirty much faster, and besides, various stains and traces of dirt remain longer.
Nevertheless, even with regard to white terriers should not turn bathing in a daily procedure.
In order to simply clean the wool, you only need to use a damp cloth, which can wipe the hair. And you can also use dry cleaning with a special brush. To avoid intense white wool pollution during outdoor games, The dog can be dressed in special clothes for animals.
But also in relation to wool, you can carry out another event - this combing. In addition, experts advise to regularly inspect the ears, eyes, mouth and paws of the animal.
Due to the fact that, by its nature and natural features, the Staffordshire Terrier is a rather active and energetic breed, it is necessary to provide the animal with long walks and outdoor games. It is also important to observe the rules of training, education and training. If possible, entrust this business canine professionals: write down your puppy for individual or group training.
With regard to nutrition, you should initially decide on the composition of the diet: whether it will consist of dry ready-made feed or from natural products. One way or another, but you should definitely make sure that the pet menu is rich in nutrients, minerals and vitamins. Such a balanced diet will ensure the active growth and development of your terrier's organism.
At the same time, it is worth remembering that Do not oversaturate the dog's body with any single substance. Such an unhealthy diet can affect the appearance of the animal and even change the snow-white color to tint.
Remember that the basis of the diet should be meat.
It is on this principle that the proper nutrition of the animal is worth building. In addition, in the diet of natural products need to add cereals, vegetables and fruits, as well as a variety of dairy products.
Dry feed should be purchased Only from reputable manufacturers. Moreover, their preference should be given only to those feeds that belong to the class of luxury.
About the features of the breed, see the video below.
