in Awww 15 Interesting Facts About Staffordshire Bull Terriers by Judy Powell April 12, 2024, 6:44 am 1share Facebook Twitter Email Pinterest 4 Eventually, the cruel blood sport of pit fighting was banned in England and while some breeders continued clandestine dog fighting operations, fanciers worked to breed more gentle traits into this tenacious dog. Judy Powell 5 The selective breeding program was successful in developing a breed standard that maintained the determination, high energy, and loyalty of the breed yet introduced the traits of being docile and gentle. Judy Powell 6 So sweet and so protective of their people, this breed is nicknamed “The Nanny Dog.” Judy Powell Page 2 of 5Previous 12345Next1share Facebook Twitter Email Pinterest See more Previous article 15 Amazing Facts About Cavalier King Charles Spaniels You Probably Never Knew Next article 17 Insane Great Dane Mixes You Need To See Right Now Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.