NATIONAL STAFFORD DAY
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At the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Forum hosted by Battersea, it was decided to hold a national Stafford Day to inform the general public of the good qualities of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, instead of the negative side that he does not deserve. So we are looking to hold it over the weekend 12 & 13 November. This is the weekend of Earl's Court Discover Dogs, and two Champ shows also. Battersea and East Anglia will be bringing teams to demonstrate versatility, and the South Eastern group will be holding their rescue stand again with some Staffords rescued, and the love they still have for people, even after the cruelty dished out to them.
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| Leicester club will be at the East Midlands with information and Barbara will be at the North West. Audrey and Laureen will have a car boot sale going, with advice on the breed, while Diane Taylor will have her two trained and working Staffords in her local shopping centre to show just how good (with a little work) the breed can be. Kay Carmicheal is on track in Scotland and her group intend to fly the flag. We are hoping that some of you reading this can join in, maybe by having a funday show, or doing a Staff walk in your own area to promote your favourite breed. |
| Or you could put notices up in your local Vet's, try to get something in your paper or even on radio. There are many things you can try to show that your pet is not a devil on legs as it is sometimes portrayed, but a loving, easily trained pet who would give you so much love in exchange for a warm bed and a bellyfull of food. The Stafford really does need you to help at present. If you can persuade even one person of its qualities, that will be a massive help, and maybe we can walk our pets out again, without being accused of being thugs. |
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SOME LEICESTER RESULTS
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Saturday 12th November----Norma held a rescue stall at the Midlands SBT show, where she recieved some very positive vibes towards the work of the rescue teams ,and hopefully, some new fans of our breed.
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| Helen held a rescue stall at Just for Pets, at Burton -on -Trent, Many rescued dogs turned up to promote the breed, and were very happy to meet their adoring fans from the general public, many of who got an enlightened view of the Stafford there. |
| Sunday 13th---A bright and sunny day found us at the Bradgate Park, where we had a crowd of about 15 Staffordshire Bull Terriers of all ages from 17 weeks up to 8 years. A lovely walk, (and an ice cream) was enjoyed through the park, we just had to keep watch out for the rutting deer!! We had a lot of positive comments from other dog walkers, and our dogs were allowed to meet and greet with the general public. Also , the Greyhound rescue were happy to see us there, on their annual walk. |
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NEUTERING SCHEME
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RSPCA South East region (London, Essex,Kent & Sussex) is at present offering low cost neutering for certain areas of Kent to aid Staffordshire Bull Terrier owners who are on low income, or on benefits .Neutering your pet will be of great benefit to its welfare , we suggest that you enquire at your local office for further information. If you require advice or assistance main phone number is 0300 123 4555
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| Service operating in Sittingbourne , applies to animals under 23 Kilos in weight, bitches will be £35.00p, and dogs, £25.00p. Phone contact for sittingbourne is 0300 123 0306, to apply. the Folkestone area is also covered under this offer, the telephone contact for your area is 0300 123 0306 the same conditions apply ,The third Area covered at present applies to the Medway, please call your local RSPCA office. |
| We do feel that this is an extremely good opportunity to take advantage of, as the private costing is far more expensive,and neutering wil prevent any unwanted pregnancies, and possible cancers. thank you. |
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13th Jan 2011 - RSPCA launches video plea for the 'misunderstood' staffy
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In a bid to ‘re-brand’ the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the RSPCA has launched a new film to demonstrate the loving role of Staffies in family life throughout the ages.
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| The charity has launched the film to help the public learn more about this misunderstood breed and to encourage responsible re-homing. Up to 80 per cent of the dogs in many RSPCA centres are Staffies or Staffy-crosses and the numbers continue to rise. This is most notably down to shifts in public attitudes towards the breed, meaning the dog has become increasingly associated with gang violence and anti-social behaviour rather than as a doting family pet or adored companion.
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| RSPCA inspector Tony Woodley said:
"Staffies have been adored family pets in Britain for well over a century but we've certainly seen a change in the way that the breed has been treated in recent years. From the numbers we take into our dog centres, it’s clear that increasing numbers of Staffies have been poorly trained and badly treated, and then abandoned when their owners find them too hard to manage.
“This video demonstrates how rewarding owning a Staffy can be. If you, or anyone you know, are thinking about rehoming or buying a dog, please share the video link and help us give new homes to thousands of Staffies who deserve our love and affection.”
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| The new film can be viewed and downloaded here
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