Staffordshire Bull Terrier

[JillT]

I was wondering if anyone has taken their staffie to Oz with them and if so, have they had any
negative experiences regarding the breed.

We have a 5 year old who is the baby of our family (our other babies have left home!). My
OH dotes on her but I am concerned that it is a big risk taking her to Oz because of the breed.
We have owned many dogs over the years and despite her breed, she is the most gentle and
obedient dog we have ever come across. It would be such a shame to put her into a situation
where she is considered a 'danger' and all the consequences that might ensue as a result.

Would really appreciate any thoughts?!

[AKA]

I was wondering if anyone has taken their staffie to Oz with them and if so, have they had any
negative experiences regarding the breed.

We have a 5 year old who is the baby of our family (our other babies have left home!). My
OH dotes on her but I am concerned that it is a big risk taking her to Oz because of the breed.
We have owned many dogs over the years and despite her breed, she is the most gentle and
obedient dog we have ever come across. It would be such a shame to put her into a situation
where she is considered a 'danger' and all the consequences that might ensue as a result.

Would really appreciate any thoughts?!

Can't see too many probs Jill.

There are numerous 'kinds' of dogs in OZ, and no problem.

Just make sure as I'm sure you will keep mutley leased when needs be and all should be fine.

It's always the irresponsible owners that give others a bad name matey, you'll be fine.

Cheers Tony.

[scottishstacey]

Hey Jill, we've been wondering the same thing. IF we ever come over then we'll be bringing our staffy Lucy while she's still young and hopefully healthy enough, our other elderly one wouldnt be up for the journey so will be retiring at his grans!

I dont think you'll have too many problems, im sure there are plenty of them over there and most people realise when theyre friendly and gentle. I know you do get some people who are scared straight away but just introduce her to your neighbours etc and like Tony says - keep her on a lead places where your meant to. Theres beaches and dog parks where you can let her off.


You should be fine to bring her If you look at the bottom of the page theres a few posts on here about staffies

[snifter]

Plenty of Staffies in Aus :) I'm sure you'll be fine. You sound like a responsible dog owner, so gen up on local dog bylaws, register your dog for a licence and so on, dog parks and all that and you should be fine.

[JillT]

Thanks everyone for your kind words!

My concern is mostly that she could be mistaken for a pitbull. She is
definitely cross something but the vet says she is a staffie. However,
I believe the criteria to assess a dog as a pitbull in Oz is rather subjective
and I have been on to a number of organisations aswell as the Town
council where we intend to live but have been unable to find any guidelines.

If anyone has any suggestions about who to speak to etc. they will be
most appreciated!

[scottishstacey]

Thanks everyone for your kind words!

My concern is mostly that she could be mistaken for a pitbull. She is
definitely cross something but the vet says she is a staffie. However,
I believe the criteria to assess a dog as a pitbull in Oz is rather subjective
and I have been on to a number of organisations aswell as the Town
council where we intend to live but have been unable to find any guidelines.

If anyone has any suggestions about who to speak to etc. they will be
most appreciated!

Dont quote me on this but i dont think pitbulls areillegal in oz, i'll check in a minute. I dont know what its like in OZ but from what i've heard the criteria is really silly here, if your dog is mixed with something like for example a boxer and a staffy.. so if it has longer legs or a bigger head then they can potentially say its a pitbull. But if you've took her to the vet and they said she isnt crossed with one then I wouldnt worry about it too much. you sound a very responsible owner. It should be about the nature of the dog.. not the breed.

[Lula]

Don't worry plenty of Staffies here and don't worry. Just don't put pit bull anywhere on the papers you shouldn't have to anyway just put staffy cross.
Our fur baby loves OZ and has made a few staffy friends.

[Moving 2 Melbourne]

Thanks everyone for your kind words!

My concern is mostly that she could be mistaken for a pitbull. She is
definitely cross something but the vet says she is a staffie. However,
I believe the criteria to assess a dog as a pitbull in Oz is rather subjective
and I have been on to a number of organisations aswell as the Town
council where we intend to live but have been unable to find any guidelines.

If anyone has any suggestions about who to speak to etc. they will be
most appreciated!

Do you want to send me a photo to admin@pomsinoz.com and also tell me what state or suburb you are heading to

[Moving 2 Melbourne]

Dont quote me on this but i dont think pitbulls areillegal in oz, i'll check in a minute. I dont know what its like in OZ but from what i've heard the criteria is really silly here, if your dog is mixed with something like for example a boxer and a staffy.. so if it has longer legs or a bigger head then they can potentially say its a pitbull. But if you've took her to the vet and they said she isnt crossed with one then I wouldnt worry about it too much. you sound a very responsible owner. It should be about the nature of the dog.. not the breed.

We once advised an owner that their dog was not a pitbull but the council over ruled us. Although now I believe they take the word of a vet (in Victoria this is) This link gives you what they look for http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/pets/about...ted-breed-dogs

[Moving 2 Melbourne]

In regards to Staffies they are a very popular breed over here and have a reputation of being softies so you will have no problems.