Staffy puppies are cute and adorable. Well I guess most puppies could fit into that category. The small little bundle will soon grow up though and then things just might be different.

The Staffordshire bullterrier is the 5th most popular breed of dog in the UK and is also popular in Australia and parts of the US.

It is easy to see why when you look at this particular breed. The advantages are many. Here are just 4 facts that many Staffy owners supply for the reason they love this breed so much.

1. Affectionate

A Staffy pup loves nothing better than to snuggle up next to year. Ideally on your lap or sitting on your knee. It does not change as they get older either. They still love to be with you.

2. Small

This is a consideration for many new Staffy owners. The Staffordshire bullterrier generally is a small dog particularly in height. As usual the Staffy female is smaller than the male. Though they are a small Dog pound for pound they are one of the strongest dogs around. This is often misquoted by many people and ends up with people maligning the breed.

3. Short haired

This is a smooth coated and short haired dog. This has many benefits. Though if you suffer from allergies don’t think that you are safe if you have a Staffy. They still shed hair. A great plus point is that they need fewer baths. The coat they have is actually self cleaning and often a muddy Staffy will some how appear clean just hours later.

4. Good with Children

Staffys love children. In fact they have the nickname of the nanny dog. If you have children in your family a Staffy could in honesty not be a better pet.