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The American Staffordshire Terrier: Gamester and Guardian (Howell's Best of Breed Library)
 
 

The American Staffordshire Terrier: Gamester and Guardian (Howell's Best of Breed Library) (Hardcover)

~ (Author) "Experiencing the American Staffordshire Terrier for the first time is often a case of love at first sight..." (more)
Key Phrases: biting power, stud book, stud dog, American Staffordshire Terrier, Faith Uridel, United States (more...)
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The American Staffordshire Terrier: Gamester and Guardian is an invaluable reference for every owner of this breed, anyone considering becoming an owner of this breed or anyone simply looking for expert, reliable information on the AmStaff. The chapter topics include an absorbing history, the breed standard with an in-depth explanation of all the requirements, acquiring an AmStaff, keeping your dog happy and thriving, showing, performance activities, and more. An appendix giving important names and addresses and a detailed index round out this excellent resource on the breed.
Howell Best of Breed Library


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In every sense, the American Staffordshire Terrier is both gamester and guardian. As a gamester, this sturdy, athletically built canine is always ready to join its family for a romp, a long walk or any activity its owners wish to pursue. As a guardian, the AmStaff's proverbial courage propels it to stand between its loved ones and whatever threatens. These sleek dogs make gentle playmates. These sleek dogs make gentle playmates for small children, ready-for-anything partners for active teenagers or adults and patient, understanding friends for the elderly. As a companion, the American Staffordshire Terrier presents a long list of advantages. The breed enjoys robust good health and the short coat is easy to care for. Eager to please and always willing to learn, the AmStaff adds a special dimension to every life it touches. Talk to any owner of an AmStaff and you will soon realize the deep, well-deserved devotion they have for their dogs. But be prepared to listen, because friends of this breed have much to say.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Howell Book House; 1 edition (December 8, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0876050038
  • ISBN-13: 978-0876050033
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 8.8 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,223,821 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good But Would Have Liked More Color Pictures, March 16, 1999
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Unlike so many breed books that present every breed as being the best and don't mention possible adversities, this book addresses the highlights and not-so-highlights of the breed. I really liked this.

Comparable to other breed books, this one describes in detail the breed description for showing, as well as how to showing, breed, and train an Amstaff.

The information is presented in an eye-pleasing manner, and is useful, such as what to do if your Amstaff is in a car accident or becomes involved in a fight with another dog. But it really didn't have the information I expected it to by its title.

I was disappointed by the lack of color pictures. The book had a lot of really great pictures, but over 95% of them are black and white. In fact, only the cover and a few pages toward the end of the book are in color. Which is too bad. I would have paid more for more color pictures.

Overall, it was a good book on a favorite breed.

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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars This book indeed, captures the essence of the Amstaff!, March 11, 1999
By tabmaur@aol.com (Virginia, USA) - See all my reviews
Sarah Foster's hands on knowledge of the breed has enabled her to write one of the best books I have read about this wonderful breed. This book is not about the general pablum one reads in many of the books about this breed, but it is about the history, breeding programs, and the multi-faceted personality and purpose of this wonderful breed. Ms. Foster has done her homework well and given to all Amstaff breeders and lovers a well rounded picture of the breed. Thank you Sarah!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars It's the greatest book about AST I've ever read !, March 31, 2002
By "whojda" (Krakow Poland) - See all my reviews
There's everything about breed history, housing, training and making your AST healthy and happy. And I like pictures and humorous comments.
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1.0 out of 5 stars excellent
i think this bokk is the most informative book on american staffordshire terriers that i have read to date.
Alot of good photos of amstaffs . Read more
Published on August 14, 2006 by Wayne Wallace

4.0 out of 5 stars great intro to the Amstaff!
Great book, full of info and a good 'break down' of the breed standard.
Could have had more Colour Photos but great for the newbies to the breed!
Published on March 14, 2006 by Casey Russell

5.0 out of 5 stars Gamester & Guardian - Sarah Foster
Brilliant! Already have this book myself and bought this one as a present for a friend. It is a beautiful read on a beautiful breed.
Published on August 26, 2005 by Christine Findlay

4.0 out of 5 stars Honest Amstaff Book
Wow! Not too many books like this have been written, I can only think of one other dedicated to the AST. Read more
Published on December 28, 1999

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