STAFFORDSHIRE BULL
TERRIER
AN OWNER’S GUIDE
Alison Smith
Healthcare by David Taylor
Dedication Dedication Part 1 You and your dog Chapter 1 History of the breed Chapter 2 Acquiring a puppy Chapter 3 Socialization and training Chapter 4 Your adult dog Chapter 5 Behaviour Chapter 6 Showing and fun Part 2 Healthcare Keep Reading Useful information Index Acknowledgements About the Authors Copyright About the Publisher
To the most special people in my life, without whom I would not be what I am now: John Fletcher, Ruth and Willis Ford, my husband Syd, my babies Zara and Asher, Jayne Pashley and Dan-Dan! Also Arlene Fletcher, my Mum, who I miss beyond words.
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Title Page STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER AN OWNER’S GUIDE Alison Smith Healthcare by David Taylor
Dedication Dedication Dedication Part 1 You and your dog Chapter 1 History of the breed Chapter 2 Acquiring a puppy Chapter 3 Socialization and training Chapter 4 Your adult dog Chapter 5 Behaviour Chapter 6 Showing and fun Part 2 Healthcare Keep Reading Useful information Index Acknowledgements About the Authors Copyright About the Publisher To the most special people in my life, without whom I would not be what I am now: John Fletcher, Ruth and Willis Ford, my husband Syd, my babies Zara and Asher, Jayne Pashley and Dan-Dan! Also Arlene Fletcher, my Mum, who I miss beyond words.
Part 1 You and your dog PART ONE YOU AND YOUR DOG Owning a dog is a huge responsibility but extremely rewarding. When you decide to welcome a Staffordshire Bull Terrier into your home, you have to consider not only how he will fit into your lifestyle but also what you can offer him in return. He will need regular exercise, feeding, games and companionship as well as daily care.
Chapter 1 History of the breed Chapter 1 History of the breed The history of the dog known today as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is, perhaps, one of the most well known histories of any breed. This loyal, people-loving dog still carries with him all the best traits that have been bred into him over the centuries to make him one of the most wonderful family pets imaginable.
Chapter 2 Acquiring a puppy
Chapter 3 Socialization and training
Chapter 4 Your adult dog
Chapter 5 Behaviour
Chapter 6 Showing and fun
Part 2 Healthcare
Keep Reading
Useful information
Index
Acknowledgements
About the Authors
Copyright
About the Publisher
PART ONE Part 1 You and your dog PART ONE YOU AND YOUR DOG Owning a dog is a huge responsibility but extremely rewarding. When you decide to welcome a Staffordshire Bull Terrier into your home, you have to consider not only how he will fit into your lifestyle but also what you can offer him in return. He will need regular exercise, feeding, games and companionship as well as daily care. Chapter 1 History of the breed Chapter 1 History of the breed The history of the dog known today as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is, perhaps, one of the most well known histories of any breed. This loyal, people-loving dog still carries with him all the best traits that have been bred into him over the centuries to make him one of the most wonderful family pets imaginable. Chapter 2 Acquiring a puppy Chapter 3 Socialization and training Chapter 4 Your adult dog Chapter 5 Behaviour Chapter 6 Showing and fun Part 2 Healthcare Keep Reading Useful information Index Acknowledgements About the Authors Copyright About the Publisher
YOU AND YOUR DOG Part 1 You and your dog PART ONE YOU AND YOUR DOG Owning a dog is a huge responsibility but extremely rewarding. When you decide to welcome a Staffordshire Bull Terrier into your home, you have to consider not only how he will fit into your lifestyle but also what you can offer him in return. He will need regular exercise, feeding, games and companionship as well as daily care. Chapter 1 History of the breed Chapter 1 History of the breed The history of the dog known today as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is, perhaps, one of the most well known histories of any breed. This loyal, people-loving dog still carries with him all the best traits that have been bred into him over the centuries to make him one of the most wonderful family pets imaginable. Chapter 2 Acquiring a puppy Chapter 3 Socialization and training Chapter 4 Your adult dog Chapter 5 Behaviour Chapter 6 Showing and fun Part 2 Healthcare Keep Reading Useful information Index Acknowledgements About the Authors Copyright About the Publisher
Owning a dog is a huge responsibility but extremely rewarding. When you decide to welcome a Staffordshire Bull Terrier into your home, you have to consider not only how he will fit into your lifestyle but also what you can offer him in return. He will need regular exercise, feeding, games and companionship as well as daily care.
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 History of the breed Chapter 1 History of the breed The history of the dog known today as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is, perhaps, one of the most well known histories of any breed. This loyal, people-loving dog still carries with him all the best traits that have been bred into him over the centuries to make him one of the most wonderful family pets imaginable. Chapter 2 Acquiring a puppy Chapter 3 Socialization and training Chapter 4 Your adult dog Chapter 5 Behaviour Chapter 6 Showing and fun Part 2 Healthcare Keep Reading Useful information Index Acknowledgements About the Authors Copyright About the Publisher
History of the breed Chapter 1 History of the breed Chapter 1 History of the breed The history of the dog known today as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is, perhaps, one of the most well known histories of any breed. This loyal, people-loving dog still carries with him all the best traits that have been bred into him over the centuries to make him one of the most wonderful family pets imaginable. Chapter 2 Acquiring a puppy Chapter 3 Socialization and training Chapter 4 Your adult dog Chapter 5 Behaviour Chapter 6 Showing and fun Part 2 Healthcare Keep Reading Useful information Index Acknowledgements About the Authors Copyright About the Publisher
The history of the dog known today as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is, perhaps, one of the most well known histories of any breed. This loyal, people-loving dog still carries with him all the best traits that have been bred into him over the centuries to make him one of the most wonderful family pets imaginable.
In the early nineteenth century, terriers of all kinds were bred for their ability to take part in what were then known as bloodsports, the two most popular being bull-baiting and cock-fighting. In the mid-1800s, bulls were brought to markets and upon by dogs. Baiting was done for two reasons: to tenderize the bull’s meat and provide entertainment for the spectators, who enjoyed nothing more than watching the specially bred dogs bring down a bull. This pastime also extended to bears and other animals.
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