Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Loyal, courageous, and affectionate, this compact breed thrives as a devoted companion. Known for their playful spirit and strong bond with families of all ages.
Breed Characteristics
Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.
HEIGHT
36–41 cm (male)
33–38 cm (female)
WEIGHT
13–17 kg (male)
11–15.4 kg (female)
LIFE EXPECTANCY
12–14 years
Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Breed snapshot
Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance
Key Breed Characteristics
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Species
Canis lupus familiaris
Diet
Omnivore
"A Staffordshire Bull Terrier isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."
Temperament & personality
Understanding Staffordshire Bull Terrier's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.
Personality Overview
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is known for its affectionate, loyal nature and strong bond with family, often displaying a friendly and patient temperament with people.
Key Personality Traits
Affectionate with people, sociable, enjoys attention
Learns commands quickly, responsive to training
Very energetic, needs regular exercise and activity
Loves games and interactive play sessions
Adjusts well to new environments and changes
Strengths
- Loyal to family members
- Affectionate with children
- High intelligence and trainability
- Robust and muscular build
- Minimal grooming requirements
Challenges
- Prone to separation anxiety
- Can be reactive toward other dogs
- Needs substantial daily exercise
- Strong prey drive may surface
- May be stubborn during training
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Intelligence & exercise needs
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.
🧠 Intelligence & training
Trainability
Learns with consistency
Overall rating
This breed is intelligent and eager to please, responding well to positive reinforcement and consistent training, though early socialization is important to manage their strong-willed tendencies.
Trainable Tasks:
🏃 Exercise & energy levels
Daily Exercise
60–75 minutes daily
recommended per day
Staffordshire Bull Terriers have high energy levels and require daily physical activity and mental stimulation, thriving with interactive play, walks, and tasks that challenge both mind and body.
Recommended Activities:
Is this breed right for you?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Staffordshire Bull Terrier would fit well in your home.
First-time Owner
Eager to please and trainable, but requires consistent leadership from inexperienced owners.
Apartment Living
Compact size suits apartments, but needs daily exercise and mental stimulation.
Active Lifestyle
Thrives with active families who enjoy regular walks, play, and outdoor activities.
Kids
Generally gentle and affectionate, but supervision is important with young children.
Multiple Pets
May show intolerance toward other pets without careful socialization and supervision.
Being Left Alone
Can become bored and destructive if left alone for extended periods of time.
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