Staffordshire Bull Terriers were named the nation's favourite breed of dog- yet there are still many looking for a new home.
Although not officially recognised by the Kennel Club until 1930, the breed has beaten any previous stereotype attached to it, and is known as a great family pet.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers were recently voted as the UK’s favourite dog breed in a competition run by TeamDogs , in association with Pooch and Mutt.
They beat the likes of Labradors, Cockapoos and German Shepherds to the title, however, not all of the dogs are lucky enough to be so loved and there are many searching for new homes.
TeamDogs has found some of the Staffies still looking to be rehomed across the Greater Manchester area- do you have space on your sofa for the UK’s most beloved breed?
Name: Theo
Age: One years old
Sex: Male
Likes: Squeaky toys and chicken treats
Dislikes: Being left alone for long periods of time
Additional Info: Theo is a lively boy that adores his toys, especially squeaky ones that he will happily chase around for hours on end.
He is also a major foodie and will give his handlers undivided attention if they have some tasty treats.
He needs a calm, adult-only home where he is the only dog, although he does like making other doggy friends when he is out and about on his walks.
For more information about Theo, click here.
Name: Deedee
Age: Five years old
Sex: Female
Likes: Adventuring, and playing with her toys
Dislikes: Non-essential car journeys and heavy traffic
Additional Info: Deedee is a fantastic, intelligent dog who needs patient adopters who will let her settle in before she shows you love and affection.
She isn’t used to other dogs and can be overwhelmed meeting too many of them at once, so she would need to be the only pet in an adult-only home.
At the moment she is walking with a muzzle, a practise the rescue encourages is continued.
For more information about Deedee, click here.
Name: Fudge
Age: Five years old
Sex: Male
Likes: Playing fetch
Dislikes: Cats and too many other dogs
Additional Info: Fudge is a happy little chap, who needs a home where he can get plenty of cuddles and someone to build his confidence.
He was very nervous when he first came to the rescue so he needs patient adopters who will make him feel as comfortable as possible.
He can live with older children, but no other pets, as he has a special dislike for cats.
For more information about Fudge, click here.
Name: Seader
Age: Eight years old
Sex: Female
Likes: Carrying rocks in her mouth, and having a good roll and a scratch
Dislikes: The vets
Additional Info: Seader is a lovely older lady, who came to the rescue through no fault of her own.
She loves going on walks and meeting new dogs on a walk with a wagging tail.
Although she was initially very nervous, she has grown in confidence and now is very sweet natured, although she is still very afraid of the vets.
For more information about Seader, click here.
Name: Tyson
Age: 10 years old
Sex: Male
Likes: Showing off his ball skills and playing with toys
Dislikes: Living in a kennel environment
Additional Info: Tyson, or ‘Mr T’ is a bouncy dog with bags of energy who can’t wait to trade the kennels for a comfy sofa.
He is sociable with other dogs, but prefers to be the only pet in the home so he can get all the attention from his owners.
He would suit an active household, with children over the age of 14.
For more information about Tyson, click here.
Name: Oscar
Age: 11 years old
Sex: Male
Likes: Long walks and checking out new things
Dislikes: Being cooped up
Additional Info: Oscar came to the rescue after his owner sadly became homeless and could no longer look after him.
Despite his age, he is a typical bouncy Staffie, and would be suitable for a household with older children.
He can be strong on the lead, but loves taking long walks and sniffing out everything along the way.
For more information about Oscar, click here .
Name: Bert
Age: Nine years old
Sex: Male
Likes: Getting some TLC from his owners
Dislikes: New situations where he doesn’t feel comfortable
Additional Info: Bert came to the rescue as a stray, and was never claimed back.
He was initially extremely nervous, but with lots of love and affection has come out of his shell.
He is now a friendly, happy boy who socialises well with humans and other dogs.
For more information about Bert, click here.
Name: Lola
Age: Four years old
Sex: Female
Likes: Spending time outside walking
Dislikes: Not getting her own space when she needs it
Additional Info: Lola is an active girl, rescued from being a stray.
She loves spending time outside on long walks, and playing with her toys.
Although she is fine with other dogs, she would need to be the only dog in the home as she prefers her own space.
For more information about Lola, click here.
Name: Abraham (Abe)
Age: Ten years old
Sex: Male
Likes: Relaxing after a walk, and receiving lots of hugs
Dislikes: Boisterous younger dogs
Additional Info: Abe is a very placid dog, who has a lovely calm temperament.
As he is an older gentleman he is no longer ruffled by most things- he socialises well with other dogs but if they are too boisterous he just moves away.
Due to this, he could be rehomed with another calm dog, subject to a successful meet.
For more information about Abe, click here .
Name: Casper
Age: Nearly six years old
Sex: Female
Likes: A fuss being made of her, lots of hugs and strokes
Dislikes: Being at the back of the pack when out on a walk
Additional Info: Casper is a gorgeous girl, whose favourite part of the day is being out on a walk.
She socialises well with other dogs, although she can be vocal if she doesn’t get to say hello properly.
She could be rehomed with older children, subject to a successful visit.
For more information about Casper, click here.
