Staffordshire bull terrier

Staffordshire bull terriers, also known as Staffies and Stafs, can be wonderful dogs who have made

loving family pets through many decades.

Follow our nation’s relationship with Staffordshire bull terriers from the 1920s to the

current day in our film. Find out how times have changed for these adorable dogs and get

to know Staffies a little better.

Staffordshire bull terrier puppies have suffered a great deal from

over breeding and bad press in

recent years and sadly, many have ended up in our

care through irresponsible ownership.

However, Staffies can make wonderful pets and many of the Staffies in our care are well

behaved, affectionate and playful.

To highlight the benefits of owning Staffies, and to promote responsible ownership, we launched 

RSPCA Team Staffy - a Flickr feed which allowed proud owners of happy, friendly and

healthy Staffies to share their favourite pet pics.

If you’re thinking of buying a

Staffordshire bull terrier puppy make sure you’re buying from a reputable breeder and are sure that you can provide

the right ‘forever’ home for the

puppy you choose.

Visit our Get puppy smart animation for helpful advice about buying a puppy. 

Consider rehoming a dog from us. We have many breeds of dog (and cross-breeds),

including Staffordshire bull terriers, in our care looking for loving new homes. All of our dogs

are carefully paired with the new owners during the rehoming process to help ensure the

perfect match.

Thank You

For more information visit the RSPCA