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BREED HISTORY

The American Staffordshire Terrier stands out because of its pOverful, dense body. Although only reaching about eighteen inches in height, they ordinarily weigh fifty pounds or more. They display unexpected strength for their size, and have a muscular frame and head.

A mix of Bulldog and several kinds of Terrier, these dogs once earned their keep as pit fighters, hence the nicknames Pit Dog or Pit Bull Terrier. Despite this working background, however, "Amstaffs" today possess docile temperaments and make excellent family members who will guard the home with intelligence and tenacity.

IDEAL BREED CHARACTERISTICS

Size: Males 18 to 19 inches, Females 17 to 18 inches (at the withers).

Appearance: POverful, stocky body with agile, muscular motion.

Coat and Color: Shiny, short, thick, tight coat. Any solid, Particolor or patched color permitted; more than 80% white, black and tan, or liver colors discouraged.

Head: Broad, medium-sized skull with a rounded muzzle; round, dark, wide-set eyes; short, cropped or uncropped ears, set high.

Tail: Short, low and tapered.