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Terriersmall🌍 Englandcompanion terrier; formerly a bull-baiting dog
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Clever, courageous, affectionate, bold
Popularity
777
Compact, muscular terrier-bull blend; people-loving and playful, with plenty of grit.
Lifespan
12–14 years
Coat
smooth, short
Colors
red, brindle, fawn, black, blue; often with white
Male height
14–16 in
Female height
13–15 in
Male weight
28–38 lb
Female weight
24–34 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
4
Playfulness
4
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
3
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
5
Apartment friendly
4
Novice owner friendly
3
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
4
Care & environment
Shedding
2
Grooming
1
Drooling
2
Coat length
1
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
2
