American Staffordshire Caring Tips – Guide For Dog Owners

Introduction – The American Stafford Terrier has the origins in 19^th century England. This breed was used for fighting due to their strong and muscular built. These dogs look very intimidating and powerful as they have a big head and strong jaw bone. But beneath the powerful appearance they have loving and caring heart. The American Stafford Terrier makes a good ‘guard dog’. They are wonderful and affectionate pets to have. By nature they are very playful and are goods with children.

Socializing with other people is not so difficult for the American Stafford Terrier. They love being with their family and enjoy human company and don’t like to be left alone for long periods. They are very protective by nature. Once they identify their family they will fight if they feel family is in any kind of danger.

Training – These dogs were used in fighting so they have very strong personality. To train them you must have a confident and authoritative approach. They must accept you as the leader of the pack. You must gain their confidence and respect. Training a dog needs lots of patience and consistency. Be firm but gentle with your dog.

They are intelligent and fast learners. They would always like to please their master. As long as they know who is in control, training them is easy. Basic house training must be done. A well trained dog can spend more time with his family and socialize too.

Nutrition – Good and healthy food is must for any dog’s growth and well being. Different breeds have different liking and requirements. You should feed lots of meat to your American Staffordshire terrier. Never compromise on the food quality. You will find many varieties of dog food available in the market. Buy the best dog food. Make sure that clean water is always available for your dog. Along with healthy food you can also pamper him with treats. You should take him out for regular walks. Little exercise is good for your dog’s health and will keep him active.

How much to feed– The dogs must be given anything to eat, provided it is nutritious and good for their health. Feed them well but never over feed. You can give him food twice a day.

Grooming and coat – A well groomed dog is happy and healthy dog. You must take care of his proper grooming. It is not only about keeping his coat clean but it is about his overall well being. The coat of American Staffordshire terrier is glossy and short. So this makes it easy to take care of his coat.

Brush his coat once in 10 days or so. It will take away the shed coat and dust. You should also keep his teeth and ears clean as they might get infection. Trim the nails when required. Give him bath when he gets too dirty or smelly. Do not bathe him too often. While bathing always use a good shampoo and conditioner. Take him to vet for regular visits.