AMERICAN STAFFORDSHIRE TERRIER Maxeen Hobson History The American Staffordshire terrier's roots lie in the cruel practice of bull-baiting. The best bull-baiting dogs were strong animals, descended from mastiff-type stock, which were in turn descended from the Greek Molossians. The size, strength and tenacity needed by his ancestors are reflected in the modern Am Staff. This background also requires an owner with strong, consistent training skills. An end to legal blood sports in England finally
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