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The Amstaf should give the impression of great strength for his size, a well put-together dog, muscular, but agile and graceful.
The ideal Amstaf must always appear confident and friendly with humans. They are not a guarding breed by nature, and trust most people to be their friends.
Keenly alive to his surroundings. His courage is proverbial.
The Amstaf must still retain the ability to perform a variety of physical challenges, rather than just show raw strength. The breed’s history created an animal with a balance of power, agility, total courage, and the intelligence to use it.
Amstafs in Australia
The American Staffordshire Terrier was officially recognised in Australia on 1st January 1987.
The first Amstaff was imported from Hawaii in November 1985 by Mr and Mrs Murdoch of Red Cliffs Victoria. They were to become the first breeders/exhibitors of the breed, their kennel prefix being "Amstaff". Read more.....
Amstaf Clubs in Australia
Amstaf clubs exist to "support the preservation and protection" of the Amstaf. Amstaf clubs provide information to the public about their breed.
Club members agree to a code of ethics overseen by the Club and a list of breeders is usually available to help people find a reputable breeder.
Amstaf clubs promote the benefits and well-being of the Amstaff and often offer events to discuss showing, training, breeding and hereditary health issues.
