Staffordshire Bull Terrier stud dogs with DNA results
Small, muscular and devoted to people, the Stafford is hugely popular in Britain and growing fast in America. Two simple DNA tests have nearly removed its worst inherited diseases, so there is no excuse for an untested sire. VerifiedStuds shows each stud's DNA status, joint and eye results, and fee.
$800 to $2,000+
typical fee, while champion sires cost more
2 key DNA tests
plus eyes, hips and elbows on the club list
Natural, chilled, frozen
breeding methods
Stafford profiles are being verified. Meanwhile, owners of DNA-tested males can claim a free Founding Stud spot.
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Post his L-2-HGA and HC results first, then his eye exam, hips and elbows, and his height and weight.
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Claim this spotStafford stud fees usually run from $800 to $2,000. A health-tested male without titles often charges $800 to $1,500. However, AKC champions and imported British lines commonly ask $2,000 to $3,000.
These are market estimates, since fees are private. Blue coats are heavily marketed and often cost more, although color has no link to quality. Our stud fee guide shows how to compare offers.
$800 to $2,000+
Overall range: $800 to $3,000
Health-tested, untitled male: $800 to $1,500
Champion or imported lines: $2,000 to $3,000
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier Club of America sets the list, which the AKC shows on its Terrier Group health testing page. Owners upload these results for the Verified Health badge:
Test
What we accept
L-2-HGA
L-2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria DNA test
HC
Hereditary Cataract (HSF4) DNA test
Eyes
Exam by a board-certified ophthalmologist (ACVO)
Hips and elbows
X-rays evaluated by OFA or PennHIP
Brucellosis
Negative test taken before the breeding
L-2-HGA is a brain disorder that causes seizures and loss of balance. Hereditary cataracts (HC), meanwhile, blind young dogs. Both are recessive, so a clear sire can never produce an affected puppy. In addition, the eye exam checks for defects that have no DNA test. Registered results are on the OFA website.
For help with DNA reports and joint grades, see our health testing guides.
First, confirm the breed. The Stafford stands only 14 to 16 inches tall, and males weigh 28 to 38 pounds. It is a different breed from the larger American Staffordshire Terrier and from the American Pit Bull Terrier. So check his registration and his measurements.
Next, read the DNA certificates yourself. A clear or carrier result for L-2-HGA and HC should come from a recognized lab, with the dog identified by microchip. Clear by parentage is accepted for one generation by most breeders.
Finally, judge balance and temperament. The standard asks for great strength for the size, combined with agility. In addition, a Stafford must be trustworthy and affectionate with people, which is the breed's best-known trait.
The AKC describes the Staffordshire Bull Terrier as clever, brave and tenacious. The breed comes from the English county of Staffordshire, where miners and ironworkers kept it in the 1800s.
Today the Stafford is known for loyalty and for its love of human company. It is energetic, strong and sensitive to heat. As a result, it does best with owners who give it daily exercise and plenty of attention.
Staffords generally mate naturally. However, chilled semen is common, because DNA-clear, titled sires are still few in the United States. Frozen semen from British and Australian lines is used as well. Each profile lists the methods on offer.
The dog artificial insemination guide explains timing and shipping. Then see how VerifiedStuds works.
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First, shortlist studs and message owners through the site to agree on dates and terms.
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Then book the stud and pay the listed fee by card at checkout.
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After that, accept the breeding terms before the booking confirms.
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Finally, the owner is paid through Stripe, and you can leave a verified review after the breeding.
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How much is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier stud fee?
Most owners charge $800 to $2,000. However, champions and imported lines can ask up to $3,000.
What health tests should a Stafford stud have?
The parent club list covers L-2-HGA and HC DNA tests, an eye exam, hips and elbows. We also require a negative brucellosis test.
Is a Stafford the same as a pit bull?
No. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a smaller, separate AKC breed. It shares distant ancestors with the American breeds, but it has its own standard.
Are blue Staffords rare?
Not any more. Blue is an accepted color, and it is widely bred. Therefore, it should not carry a large premium.
Can other bull breeds be listed?
Yes. Every breed is welcome on VerifiedStuds.
How do I list my Stafford at stud?
Create a free account, upload his DNA and health results with photos, and set your fee. Or let our team build the listing.
List him free while the 100 Founding Stud spots are open, or compare typical fees first.