{"id":1764,"date":"2026-10-19T20:41:30","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T20:41:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/are-english-staffies-dangerous\/"},"modified":"2026-10-19T20:41:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T20:41:30","slug":"are-english-staffies-dangerous","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/are-english-staffies-dangerous\/","title":{"rendered":"Are English Staffies Dangerous? Living with Children and in Flats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Are English Staffies dangerous?<\/strong> It is the first question almost everyone considering this breed asks. The short answer: the English Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) is not a breed known for aggression towards people; on the contrary, it is known for its devotion to them. But it is a powerful dog, it can be selective with other dogs and, like any dog, it can cause problems if it grows up in poor conditions or is neglected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article we look separately at its temperament towards people and its tolerance of other dogs, correct some common myths and give concrete rules for keeping an English Staffy in a home with children or in a flat. For the breed&#8217;s general traits, health and care, you may want to start with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/english-staffordshire-bull-terrier-characteristics\/\">English Staffy guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In Short: Are English Staffies Dangerous?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Its typical temperament towards people is friendly and affectionate; its guarding instinct is weak.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Its tolerance of other dogs, especially adults of the same sex, can be low.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;Its jaw locks&#8221; is a myth; no dog breed has such a mechanism.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What really determines the risk is the parents&#8217; temperament, socialisation as a puppy, exercise and attention, health and the owner&#8217;s management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can live in a home with children, but it should never be left unsupervised with a child.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can live in a flat, provided it gets daily exercise and is not left alone for long hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Temperament Towards People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Kennel Club <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalkennelclub.com\/breed-standards\/terrier\/staffordshire-bull-terrier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">breed standard<\/a> describes the English Staffy&#8217;s temperament in three words: &#8220;bold, fearless and totally reliable&#8221;. The same standard describes the breed as &#8220;highly intelligent and affectionate especially with children&#8221;. This description is the ideal that breeders should aim for; it is not a guarantee that every individual dog will be like this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The picture owners describe most often is close to this: a dog that goes up to strangers wagging its tail, tries to climb onto guests&#8217; laps and never leaves its owner&#8217;s side. Its guarding instinct is weak; if you are looking for a guard dog, this is not the right breed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With people, the real risk is usually not aggression but uncontrolled exuberance. A dog that is heavy and muscular for its size jumping up in delight can knock over a small child or an older person. So knowing that &#8220;it loves people&#8221; does not remove the need for training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tolerance of Other Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The breed&#8217;s history explains why its behaviour towards people and its behaviour towards dogs need to be assessed separately. The English Staffy&#8217;s ancestors were used in dog fighting in 19th-century England. After the ban in 1835 the breed gradually became a household dog, and it has been bred to a breed standard since 1935.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-baska-kopekle-tanisma-1400x788.webp\" alt=\"An English Staffy on a lead meeting another dog in a controlled way in a park\" class=\"wp-image-1705\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-baska-kopekle-tanisma-1400x788.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-baska-kopekle-tanisma-711x400.webp 711w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-baska-kopekle-tanisma-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-baska-kopekle-tanisma-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-baska-kopekle-tanisma.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Keep introductions to other dogs on the lead, short and controlled.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What this history has left behind today is not aggression towards people but, in some individuals, a low tolerance threshold for other dogs. In practice this means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A Staffy that played with every dog as a puppy can become more selective after adolescence and as it reaches social maturity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tension is more common between adults of the same sex.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crowded dog parks and groups of off-lead dogs are often not a suitable setting for this breed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once a scuffle starts, it may press on rather than back off; so the key is to prevent a fight before it begins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a tendency, not destiny. Many English Staffies live with other dogs without any problems. The difference comes largely from early, well-handled socialisation and from the owner&#8217;s ability to read their dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myths and Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8220;Its Jaw Locks&#8221;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the most widespread myth. Dogs&#8217; jaw joints have the same basic structure whatever the breed, and no anatomical mechanism that locks the jaw during a bite has been described in any breed. A jaw that genuinely locks is a joint problem that needs veterinary treatment; it is not something a dog switches on at will.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anatomical studies of dog skulls show that bite force increases largely with the size of the dog. The impression that an English Staffy &#8220;won&#8217;t let go&#8221; comes from determination, not from anatomy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8220;It&#8217;s the Same Dog as a Pit Bull&#8221;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is not. The English Staffy is a separate breed recognised by the Kennel Club and the FCI; it is not the same as the dogs it shares a common origin with. We explain the differences in build, standard and legal status in detail in our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/english-staff-vs-amstaff-vs-pitbull\/\">the differences between the English Staff, American Staff and pit bull<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Factors That Increase the Risk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Breed alone does not decide whether a dog will behave dangerously. The factors below increase the risk in any dog, the English Staffy included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lack of Socialisation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) states that the most important period for socialisation in puppies is the first three months of life, and that missing or poor socialisation during this period can increase the risk of behaviour problems later on. Part of this period passes while the puppy is still with the breeder. For the steps to take once the puppy comes home, see our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/ways-to-socialize-english-staff-puppy\/\">socialising an English Staff puppy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Breeding in Poor Conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The parents&#8217; temperament can be passed on to the puppy. Behaviour problems can be more common in puppies whose mother is fearful or reactive and that grow up in crowded cages with little human contact. That is why seeing the mother in her own surroundings and asking how the puppy was raised matters as much as health tests. We explain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/choosing-an-english-staffy-breeder\/\">how to choose a responsible English Staffy breeder<\/a> in a separate article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lack of Exercise and Attention<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An English Staffy whose energy needs are not met and who is left alone all day may let that energy out by destroying things, barking, getting overexcited or reacting on the lead. Boredom on its own does not create aggression, but it lays the ground for problem behaviour. To channel this energy in the right direction during puppyhood, our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/how-to-stop-english-staff-puppy-chewing\/\">stopping puppy chewing<\/a> can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain and Health Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a dog that used to be calm suddenly starts growling or reacting when touched, pain is the first thing to consider. In the veterinary behaviour literature, aggression is the behaviour problem most often associated with pain; musculoskeletal pain and digestive and skin problems stand out in this picture. The itchy skin conditions and ear infections that are common in English Staffies can also lower a dog&#8217;s tolerance of being touched. We have gathered the conditions the breed is prone to in our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/staffordshire-bull-terrier-health-issues\/\">Staffordshire Bull Terrier health issues<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poor Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keeping a dog alone in the garden or on a chain all day, using harsh punishment, ignoring food guarding and leaving dogs to &#8220;sort it out among themselves&#8221; all increase the risk. Punishing growling does not solve the problem either; a dog whose warning is suppressed can learn to bite without warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An English Staffy in a Home with Children: Concrete Rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UK veterinary charity PDSA states that Staffies are generally very tolerant of children but, because of their energetic nature, may not always suit families with young children. The rules below apply to every dog, whatever the breed; with a powerful dog they are non-negotiable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Never Leave Them Unsupervised<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supervision does not mean being in the same room; it means actively watching the dog and the child. When you cannot watch them (while cooking, answering the door or in the bathroom), separate the dog and the child physically: a child gate, a closed room or the dog&#8217;s crate all work. Do not hand the lead to a young child; if an adult Staffy suddenly pulls, the child cannot hold it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Teach Children<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not to touch a dog that is eating, chewing a bone or sleeping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not to hug the dog, put their face close to the dog&#8217;s face or climb on it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not to pull its tail, ears or fur.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not to follow the dog if it walks away; the dog also has the right to say &#8220;no&#8221;.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not to run around screaming near the dog; this can provoke it to chase and jump.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not to touch an unfamiliar dog without asking its owner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adults also need to recognise the dog&#8217;s signs of discomfort: lip licking, yawning, turning the head away, showing the whites of the eyes, freezing and growling. When you see these signs, end the interaction calmly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Retreat Space for the Dog<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dog should have a quiet corner of the home that children do not enter: a bed, a covered crate or a separate room. Not disturbing the dog when it retreats there is a firm rule for everyone in the household. On busy days when visiting children come over, moving the dog to this space in advance prevents most problems from the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-kendi-alaninda-1400x788.webp\" alt=\"An English Staffy chewing its toy on its own bed next to a baby gate\" class=\"wp-image-1707\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-kendi-alaninda-1400x788.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-kendi-alaninda-711x400.webp 711w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-kendi-alaninda-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-kendi-alaninda-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-kendi-alaninda.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The dog should have a quiet retreat space that children do not enter.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Puppy or Adult Dog?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An English Staffy puppy can grow up alongside children, but the first months take twice the effort. Puppies explore the world with their mouths; play biting is normal, but milk teeth are sharp and hurt children. During this period you need to redirect biting onto toys, stop the game when excitement rises and put some distance between the puppy and the child when the puppy is tired or overexcited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An adult dog&#8217;s temperament is more settled, but you need to know its history: has it lived in a home with children before? Does it show food guarding, sensitivity to being touched or reactivity towards other dogs? Do not bring an adult Staffy into a home with young children without knowing the answers to these questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An English Staffy in a Flat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With its small-to-medium size and its calm nature indoors, the English Staffy can adapt to life in a flat. What matters is not the floor area of your home but whether the dog&#8217;s daily needs are met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exercise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PDSA recommends at least an hour of exercise every day for this breed. Splitting it into two or three walks and adding sniffing breaks and short training games makes a suitable routine for a dog living in a flat. Because of its muscular build it can tire quickly in the heat; in summer, move walks to the cooler hours. Indoors, sniffing games and stuffable toys provide mental exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Being Left Alone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This breed does not cope well with being alone and is prone to separation anxiety. PDSA recommends that no dog, whatever its breed, should be left alone for more than four hours. If you work full time, arrange for someone, or some other plan, to take the dog out in the middle of the day. Get the dog used to being alone gradually, starting with short periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Barking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The English Staffy is not a breed that barks a lot. The barking and howling that lead to complaints in a block of flats are usually a sign of being left alone, boredom or separation anxiety. If a neighbour tells you that your dog barks while you are out, use a camera to see what your dog does when it is alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neighbours and Shared Areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Article 18 of the Condominium Law (Kat M\u00fclkiyeti Kanunu) obliges flat owners and tenants not to disturb one another and to comply with the provisions of the building&#8217;s management plan. Before you move in, read the building&#8217;s management plan and talk to the building manager. Some of your neighbours may be afraid of dogs; respecting that fear in shared areas makes life easier for you in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-apartman-merdiveni-1400x788.webp\" alt=\"An English Staffy and its owner walking on a short lead in the stairwell of a block of flats\" class=\"wp-image-1709\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-apartman-merdiveni-1400x788.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-apartman-merdiveni-711x400.webp 711w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-apartman-merdiveni-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-apartman-merdiveni-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ingiliz-staff-apartman-merdiveni.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In the shared areas of the building, keep your dog on a short lead and close to you.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep your dog on a short lead and by your side at the building entrance, on the stairs and in the lift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If there is another dog or a small child in the lift, wait for the next one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slow down when passing blind corners and doorways.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not use extending (retractable) leads in shared areas; they make it harder to keep control in a sudden encounter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always pick up after your dog.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Legal Framework: A Brief Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The English Staffy (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) is not one of the banned breeds in Turkey. The muzzle and lead requirement in provisional Article 3 of Law No. 5199 on Animal Protection applies to registered dogs of the banned breeds listed in the law. For details, see our article <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/is-english-staffordshire-banned-breed\/\">Is the English Staffordshire Bull Terrier a Banned Breed in Turkey?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even without any breed-specific obligation, every dog owner has general responsibilities. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mevzuat.gov.tr\/mevzuat?MevzuatNo=5199&amp;MevzuatTur=1&amp;MevzuatTertip=5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Law No. 5199<\/a> requires owners to take measures to prevent any harm or nuisance their animals may cause, and makes it compulsory for cats and dogs to be registered through digital identification. Article 177 of the Turkish Penal Code (T\u00fcrk Ceza Kanunu), meanwhile, provides for imprisonment or a judicial fine for anyone who lets an animal in their care loose in a way that may endanger the life or health of others, or who is negligent in keeping it under control. Using a lead in shared areas is therefore not just a courtesy but a matter of responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is This Breed Right for You? A Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you cannot honestly answer &#8220;yes&#8221; to most of the questions below, it may be wiser to wait for now or to consider another breed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Can you set aside at least an hour every day for the dog&#8217;s exercise?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you have a routine in which the dog will not be left alone for more than four hours?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can you physically hold a strong dog that pulls on the lead?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If there are young children at home, will you be able to watch the dog and the child at all times, or separate them?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If there is another dog at home, are you ready to manage a possible clash between them?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are you willing to socialise your dog in controlled settings rather than in crowded dog parks?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can you make time for consistent, reward-based training that will take months?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can you cover health costs that may last a lifetime, such as skin allergies?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are you prepared to get your puppy from a source where you can see the puppy, the mother and the conditions it was raised in?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the other sides of the decision, you can read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/english-staffordshire-adoption\/\">English Staffy adoption guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are English Staffies Aggressive?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aggression towards people is not a typical trait of this breed. Its tolerance of other dogs, especially adults of the same sex, can be low. Individual temperament, socialisation and health are what make the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are English Staffies Good with Children?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most English Staffies are tolerant and affectionate with children. However, their strong and energetic build can knock young children over without meaning to. No dog, whatever its breed, should be left unsupervised with a young child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can an English Staffy Live in a Flat?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, provided it gets at least an hour of exercise every day and is not left alone for long hours. You need to use a short lead in shared areas and respect your neighbours&#8217; sensitivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Get an English Staffy If I Already Have a Dog?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can, but with care. A puppy of the opposite sex usually makes for a smoother start. Do the introductions on neutral ground, on the lead and in short sessions; keep food bowls and toys separate for the first few weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does an English Staffy Have to Wear a Muzzle?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Law No. 5199 contains no breed-specific muzzle requirement for the English Staffy; the requirement in the law applies to registered dogs of the banned breeds. Ask your municipality about local practice. Getting your dog used to a muzzle in advance, with rewards, will make things easier in situations such as a vet examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What makes an English Staffy dangerous is not its breed but its conditions: not being socialised, not having its need for exercise and attention met, having its pain go unnoticed and being left out of control. An English Staffy that comes from a healthy source, is well understood and is managed with clear rules can live without problems both in a home with children and in a flat. Before you decide, assess honestly whether you can provide these conditions.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are English Staffies dangerous? It is the first question almost everyone considering this breed asks. The short answer: the English Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) is not a breed known for aggression towards people; on the contrary, it is known for its devotion to them. But it is a powerful dog, it can be&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1703,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[74],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1764","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-staffordshire-bull-terrier"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1764","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1764"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1764\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1703"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1764"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1764"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.staffturksikayet.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1764"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}