The American Staffordshire Terrier originated in nineteenth century in the English region of Staffordshire, by crossing bulldogs and various terriers. Two strains of these dogs were developed to its present looks in America, a show strain, the American Staffordshire Terrier and a fighting Dog strain labeled the American Pit Bull Terrier which is a much more aggressive dog.
The two are now being recognized as separate breeds and they both make gentle and loving pets towards people with the right kind of owner. The American Staffordshire has a stocky and powerfully muscular body and is extremely strong for his size, also they has a very high tolerance for pain. The American Staffordshire Terrier is faithful and courageous, highly protective and devoted to his family.
