staffy-bull

aload of bull****, it is how they are raised , i have 3 now, 2 females and 1 male, aged 7years, 3 years and 16 months, i also have 2 children aged 9 and 5 and the Staffordhire Bull Terrier is renowned for their loyalty and affection towards children. "NANNY DOG" MY MALE IS AN ENTIRE STUD WHO IS ABSOLUTLY FINE WITH ALL OTHER BREEDS AND ANY SEX.. (SOCIALISED FROM DAY 1)Responsiable owner_ship. But do alot of research on the dogs and their breeds, make sure you use a reputable breeder and make sure you see both the parents and make sure that you are happy with their temperment, socialise the pup from day 1, attend puppy classes and remember you are the boss. I personaly would not buy a dog from a rehoming centre if there is going to be children as you dont know the dogs back-ground. good luck and hope you find the perfect pooch.. P.S try looking on champdogs as there are lots of reputable breeders for all breeds on there. vicky

staffworld have a nose its my site for my dogs and my friends

DLP

we,ve got a twelve month old border collie and is golden round kids and with minimal training you will have one very obiedient dog,but does need a lot of exercise daily.

wheelwright

Another vote for the Staff, mine is 18 months, excellent with other dogs (socialised with other dogs early on)

and he's brill with the kids, two 5 year old twins and they love him to bits

PG

what do you want from a dog? What sort of lifestyle do you lead?
It's all very well saying 'get this dog, get that dog' but the dog needs to fit in with you as well as you getting on with the dog breeds common traits.
Do you want energetic, do you want a dog that'll prety much exercise itself?
Will you only ever have one dog or is this the first of many?
There are a lot of things to think about.

Paul.

Turbohot

Well, you have made it into one now

PG

Not Bull$hit just a common trait of the breed...FACT.
I have been round many thousands of dogs through all the dog shows we attend and the most unpredictable dog around others bar none is the Staffy. I love dogs and respect all breeds but the one I have very little trust or time for is the Staffy. I do like Rotties though so I'm not one of those baby eater hater types.

Rhana

Before I start I think staffs are great dogs but as with most breeds you need to know your dogs

Sorry it's not a load of Bull**** I have no problems with staffs or other bull breeds but as you yourself say they need to be socialised from day 1 Staffs are fantastic with people, children and I agree 100% - but they are not the best dog to dog breed around and yes yours may be fantastic with other dogs but in general you are the exception not the rule - as quoted from a couple of Staffy sites

Reputation for being good with children; often aggressive towards other animals

The Stafford has a colourful history and it is to be remembered that whilst they love people, they will react if challenged by another dog

Please don't take this the wrong way but all breed traits should be taken into consideration when recommending a dog to someone else

I have met loads of staffs in my training and they have all been great dogs but there haven't been many I could trust with other dogs

speedymonkey

Get a pug
Just look at that face

Skoobie Dhu

iTrader: (3)

Owned a few dogs in my time, but the Cockapoo we have now is the best family dog I've come across. Doesn't shed hair, very clever and good companions.

dpb

so inbreed it can hardly breath .!

Ian_S

Don't upset the staffy clique on here, you'll find loads of them jumping to the defence now, with it being a chavvy dog for the chavvy scooby owners

wrx-kris

thats ALL we need, more lippy scousers on here

pink it up

gsd or good dogs to have ive had 2 a bitch and now a dog i have 2 boys and both dogs have been grate with the kids labs are also good dogs but as a working breed can be a bit lively as can most working dog breeds like collies and spaniel`s i help train labs as a friend of breeds them and are mostly sold to game keepers as gun dogs i wouldnt have one as pet now after seeing how much better they are when they are working my gsd is a very good guard dog as he has the looks and the bark lol but wouldnt really hurt anyone well i say that but i think if some one tryed to hurt the kids i think he would have a go , both my gsd have also been rescue dogs and their is a rescue site i did own a bull mastiff for a while god never again

Bubba po

Have you ever tried using a full stop?

BROOKS1E

Not going to get involved in any arguments but if any one wants some advice or help with G.S.D`s here is my web site please take a look and tell me what you think of our dogs and if you have never heard of a SCHIPPERKE then have a look they are great dogs too ( as well as my 1st love, the G.S.D.) www.ridgebrook.co.uk

subarujimmy

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Can only speak as i find, but just got a jack-russell about a month ago, and its fantastic.
Got it from a rescue-centre, but now its become acquainted is very affectionate, but won't let anyone near the house unless we're with it, (it barks like a much bigger dog). Seems ok with other dogs, and is houd=se trained.
If I was you, I'd go and have a look around a few rescue centres, to see if it helps you.

kbsub

P.B.G.V.

Great Breed

As a Pup



Bit Older

wrx-kris

they arnt the best dogs to have around kids though... very short tempers.

got bitten of one when i was 9 and my sister had her ear ripped off by one when she was 11?
(different dogs, not ours)

pimmo2000

iTrader: (6)

wow Guys come on no fighting, just good points please

Luan Pra bang

GSD's are often owned by people with no understanding of how to deal with them and this leads to agressive crazy dogs. Its the only dog I ever ever been attacked by and it has happend twice with seperate dogs, both family pets both known to me, both just turned for no discernable reason.
Many people I used to associate with have had deliberately violent aggressive dogs trained to intimidate and bite rotties/staffies ridgbacks etc. None of them has ever growled at me once they knew I was a welcome addition to the house.

wrx-kris

this is SN, big debates are what keeps the place interesting

bpm1588

what about a kerry blue terrier?...super all round dog,have a look at The Kerry Blue Terrier Foundation

you don't see many about these days as most people go for the fashionable breeds but the kerry is really worth a look.i allways promised myself one as a kid and since getting kerry's i can't recommend anything else. imho

Paul3446

I'm sorry, but Staffs look like Devil Dogs to me!

I'm sure there are a lot of good natured ones out there, but if you had to choose a dog for a tattooed f*ckwit in an England football top, that would be the dog you'd choose!

R 14NS R

english bull terrier, great with kids, very protective and if you get a tricolour like ours they are very different and you dont see many about at all.

wrx-kris

goonerbear

Take a look at the Dogue De Bordeaux, great dogs if you don't mind a fair amount ao slava

Dogue de Bordeaux Club of Great Britain

Paul3446

Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul3446
I'm sorry, but Staffs look like Devil Dogs to me!






Just type "staffordshire bull terrier" into google image search, I just did and almost sh*t my pants, they look like real evil little b*stards!

boxst

Hello

I would say a Cocker Spaniel: They are brilliant with children and great dogs (if a bit over excitable when they see you!).





(not my pictures)

Steve

sarasquares

iTrader: (1)

there have been two cockers in my family and they always got bad ears that stink, great dogs though

still think a chiuhuah is the best dog

you can put it in a shoebox when you get fed up of it

wrx-kris

ok, i did.........







trust me, if you have a couple of these guarding your house, you'll never be burgled.