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Ask any owner of an English Bull Staffy what training can do for a dog and you’ll be treated to a long and impassioned explanation of how a doggo bred for fighting can become a loyal and loving family companion. These puppers are super kid-friendly -- though they won’t tolerate tail-pulling, any member of the household that treats them well is a treasured member of their pack. They’ve even earned themselves the title of "nanny dog"!
There’s nothing an English Bull Staffy likes more than spending time with those they love, so be prepared to give these doggos plenty of love and affection -- they don’t do very well on their own! They’re also energetic little critters who need quite a bit of exercise. Read on to find the best ways to spend active, quality time with your canine companion.
Make no bones about it -- English Bull Staffies definitely love to dig! This means that you should pay particular care and attention to your fence posts, but there are ways to avoid holes in your yard without discouraging the behavior completely. Digging is a totally natural thing for dogs to do, after all!
Making a digging pit in your backyard is a paw-fect way to keep your furry friend happy without sacrificing your lawn or sanity. Sure, you’ll need to put in a little time and energy, but your doggo will certainly thank you for it in the long run.
If there’s one thing that an English Bull Staffy likes more than digging, it’s receiving affection. As you might have gathered, these pups might look tough, but they’re massive softies who need all the love!
An at-home spa day is a furrific way to show your pooch you care. Not only will you cut out the cost of a grooming parlor, but you’ll also have plenty of bonding time and hands-on contact with your buddy. Plus, spending time with a happy doggo is pretty relaxing in and of itself -- you might feel your own stress melting away!
It’s best to set the scene first. Decide on where you’re going to do your treatments -- the bathroom is probably a good choice -- and put on some relaxing music. Maybe even light some candles (but if you do, keep them out of your dog’s reach).
English Bull Staffies are active little guys, and they’re going to need an average of sixty minutes exercise a day. Daily walks might just about cut it, but they’ll be a lot happier with something a little more intense! Plus, the more playtime these mischievous fur-balls get with you, the better.
Fetch race differs from classic fetch in one key respect -- you’ll have to race your dog to get the ball! Of course, this will require a little more input on your part. If you’re not really the running type, you may just need to stick to tossing the ball instead.
Some people might find English Bull Staffies to be a little needy, but they aren’t too hard to keep entertained! All they need is your presence by their side and a little exercise. These five activities are guaranteed to make your English Bull Staffy one happy pup indeed -- you'd have to be barking mad not to try them!