American Staffordshire Terrier

Over 250 color photos as well as a gallery of historical black and white photos photos depict the past and present of the staffordshire Terriers. This book will prove invaluable to active members of the breed fancies and pet owners alike, as it offers information concerning history, breed conformation, management, and health care.

This Comprehensive Owner's Guide to the American Staffordshire Terrier serves as a complete introduction to the AmStaff, a tireless working dog that is an unbeatable combination of strength and athleticism. Deriving from bull and terrier crosses in the British Isles, the American Staffordshire Terrier was honed and perfected in the USA and today enjoys a reputation as a wholly trustworthy family and children's companion, top-flight show dog, formidable contender in the obedience ring, and a wonderful therapy dog. Author Joe Janish shares his insight into the origins of the breed and its development in America in a well-researched opening chapter on breed history. He follows with chapters on characteristics and the breed standard encapsulating all of the virtues of this impressive working breed, offering sound advice about which owners are best suited to the breed.New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with handsome adults and puppies bursting with energy and personality! In all, there are over 135 photographs in this compact, useful, and reliable volume. The author's advice on obedience training the super smart AmStaff will help readers better mold and train their dogs into the most socialized, well-mannered dog in the neighborhood. The extensive chapter on healthcare written by Dr. Lowell Ackerman provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Further chapters discuss behavioral issues (aggression, digging, barking, etc.), the special care of senior dogs, and showing and competing with the AmStaff in AKC events. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.

-- Am Star history, important people and dogs in the history of the breed -- A discussion of ear cropping Just wait until you are holding your own copy in your hands. Reading it is like taking a college course on your favorite breed! Inside you'll find everything from a very realistic look at Am Staf personality and temperament to basic care, puppy selection, training, obedience, schutzhund, tracking and working roles. And there's so much more! Here's a book you'll want to add to your library and refer to often.

The American Staffordshire Terrier is a powerful dog that loves children more than anything and stands up for his family. American Staffordshire Terriers are dogs that have a balanced nature. The fast dog sports, such as agility or flyball, are made for them. The American Staffordshire Terrier really belongs only in the hands of people who already have experience in dog training and keeping. These dogs need consistent but loving training so they can develop into the perfect family dog. American Staffordshire want to be challenged mentally and physically on a daily basis and his owners should schedule plenty of time for him. Extensive walks, hikes, and bike rides are exactly the types of activities that the American Staffordshire Terrier enjoys. In this small guidebook you will learn everything worth knowing about the dog breed "American Staffordshire Terrier" and how you should deal with him. The topics covered in this guide include: - Character traits of the American Staffordshire Terrier - Who is suitable as a owner? - What should be considered when raising a puppy? - What do you have to pay attention to when raising a puppy? - Basic commands? - and much more! The more than 5 illustrations make the book even more appealing. Have you decided to get an American Staffordshire Terrier? Then this reading is the perfect first start to deepen your existing knowledge even more or to gain some new insights. The American Staffordshire Terrier belongs in the hands of dog-experienced people who consistently but lovingly raise their American Staffordshire Terrier. Then he can be a loving bundle of energy.

Books in the Practical Guide for Owners and Breeders series explore in detail all aspects of owning and caring for individual breeds of dog. They include information on the Breed standard; choosing a puppy or rescue dog; care at every stage of life - from puppy through to the elderly dog; diet and training; healthcare and breed-specific health issues; breeding and whelping and, finally, showing. Author James Beaufoy covers the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and written in an accessible style, this book focuses on providing practical information about caring for your Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and will be an essential resource for all dog owners and professionals. This practical guide focuses on providing information about caring for your Staffordshire Bull Terrier and is an essential resource for all STB owners, breeders and show judges. Superbly illustrated with 198 colour photographs.

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