Staff Cross pup, but crossed with what ?? Questions

Helppp... I i have a staff pup, well we think its a cross as it shows similaritys of a staff, but is taller, leaner and has droopier lips, ANY IDEAS ON WHAT HE MAY BE CROSSED WITH???
He was rescued as a stray, so no information on him..

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http://s305.photobucket.com/albums/nn216/lewismills/

Hes 6monthss old

won't let me look says i need a password

Copy and paste the IMG link on that Photobucket page for that picture so as we can see it.....

Can't see, its a private album. Underneath the picture when you mouse over it a list of different style links will come up. Highlight copy and paste the link that looks like this

Ahh sorry, new to this "photobucket"thing..

Here are a few photos.. hope they all work :$

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Ah, he's lovely.

Boxer maybe?

i would say a boxer lovely

He is gorgeous, I would also have said he's got some Boxer in him

..........have to agree with the boxer

Boxer, the side on pic in the garden definitely says Boxer, he is also the image of a friends Staffie/Boxer cross.

Ah, a few people have said boxer
Does this mean he will get alot bigger?

Anyother ideas, or would everyone say BOXER

i would also agree that he looks to have Boxer in him

I will also say staffy x boxer and that he is gorgeous!

Cracking looking dog, I would tend to agree with everyone staffy x boxer...maybe a bit more staffy in him.

He looks pretty big now, how tall is he, measure to his whithers??

He may get a bit bigger and fill out quiet a bit too.

If I was you, I would read up on both breeds, to give you an idea of some of the traits he may inherit!

Aww bless him, yes he is a little cutie,
But he's a little git reallyy...

Also he snaps at us when we try tell him off, or get him off the sofa, is this a boxer or staff traight, and a good way of detering this??

Also he is as good as gold with other dogs, but when were at the vets/training school, and another dog barks, he also barks along, but normally would be as good as gold, only misbehaves when the other dogs bark... But in the garden and on walk if he heres a dogs bark from a neighbour or something hes fine ??
CONFUSED... help please

NO, that its not a staffy or boxer trait, dogs should never snap at there owners or people.
He is a pup so I would not be to concered, BUT you need to nip it in the bud now.
Some of it maybe be playing, but I would say he is testing the water to, if he is 6 months old he could be going through the teenage stage, so you need to be very clear and consistant with what you expect of him.
You should lay down ground rules as soon as possible, eg. no snapping or mouthing, no jumping up on people, if you want him off the sofa hes must get off the sofa.
Be firm but fair, and very consistant.
He will soon get the message and understand what he is, and is not, allowed to do, and what is expected of him.

Heres some info for you, on socialization;


Socialization Tips and Puppy Training Pointers
Socialization and puppy training are of utmost importance as puppyhood is the most important and critical time in your dog's development. What you do and do not do right now will affect your dog's behavior forever.

A properly socialized puppy is well adjusted and makes a good companion. It is neither frightened by nor aggressive towards anyone or anything it would normally meet in day to day living. An un-socialized dog is untrustworthy and an unwanted liability. They often become fear-biters. Often they like to fight with other dogs. They are difficult to train and are generally unpleasant to be around. Unsocialized dogs cannot adapt to new situations and a simple routine visit to the vet is a nightmare not only for the dog itself, but for everyone involved. Don't let this happen to you and your dog. Start socializing your new puppy NOW!

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine agrees that the socialization period lasts up to about 12 weeks (3 months) of age. However, at 12 weeks, the puppy must continue socialization to refine its social skills. Socialization most easily occurs before the puppy is 3 months old. Any later than that and it becomes an excruciatingly difficult and time-consuming process that very few owners have the time, energy, money or patience to cope with.

Socialization Do's

Make sure that each of the following events are pleasant and non-threatening. If your puppy's first experience with something is painful and frightening, you will be defeating your purpose. In fact, you will be creating a phobia that will often last a lifetime. It's better to go too slow and assure your puppy is not frightened or injured than to rush and force your pup to meet new things and people.

* Invite friends over to meet your pup. Include men, women, youngsters, oldsters, different ethnic backgrounds, etc.

* Invite friendly, healthy, vaccinated dogs, puppies and even cats to your home to meet and play with your new puppy. Take your puppy to the homes of these pets, preferably with dog-friendly cats.

* Carry your pup to shopping centers, parks, school playgrounds, etc; places where there are crowds of people and plenty of activity.

* Take your puppy for short, frequent rides in the car. Stop the car and let your puppy watch the world go by through the window.

* Introduce your puppy to umbrellas, bags, boxes, the vacuum cleaner, etc. Encourage your puppy to explore and investigate his environment.

* Get your puppy accustomed to seeing different and unfamiliar objects by creating your own. Set a chair upside down. Lay the trash can (empty) on its side, set up the ironing board right-side up one day and upside down the next day.

* Introduce your puppy to new and various sounds. Loud, obnoxious sounds should be introduced from a distance and gradually brought closer.

* Accustom your puppy to being brushed, bathed, inspected, having its nails clipped, teeth and ears cleaned and all the routines of grooming and physical examination.

* Introduce your puppy to stairs, his own collar and leash. Introduce anything and everything you want your puppy to be comfortable with and around.

Socialization Don'ts

* Do not put your puppy on the ground where unknown animals have access. This is where your puppy can pick up diseases. Wait until your puppy's shots are completed. Do not let your pup socialize with dogs that appear sick or dogs that you don't know, that may not be vaccinated.

* Do not reward fearful behavior. In a well meaning attempt to sooth, encourage or calm the puppy when it appears frightened, we often unintentionally reward the behavior. It's normal for the puppy to show some signs of apprehension when confronting anything new and different.

* Do not allow the experience to be harmful, painful or excessively frightening. This can cause lifetime phobias in your dog.

* Do not force or rush your puppy. Let your puppy take things at his own pace. Your job is to provide the opportunity.

* Do not do too much at one time. Young puppies need a lot of sleep and tire quickly. It is much more productive to have frequent and very brief exposures than occasional prolonged exposures.

* DO NOT WAIT!! Every day that goes by is an opportunity of a lifetime that is lost forever. You can never get these days back. If socialization does not happen now, it never will.

Heres abit more on Obedience trainning;

Obedience Training is one of the best things you can do for your dog or puppy... and yourself. Obedience training doesn't solve all behavior problems, but it is the foundation for solving just about any problem. Training opens up a line of communication between you and your dog. Effective communication is necessary to instruct your dog about what you want her to do. You can teach her anything from 'stay' (don't bolt out the door) to 'sit' (don't jump up on the visitors) to 'off' (don't chew the furniture).

Dogs are social animals and without proper training, they will behave like animals. They will soil your house, destroy your belongings, bark excessively, dig holes in your yard, fight other dogs. Nearly all behavior problems are perfectly normal canine activities that occur at the wrong time or place or are directed at the wrong thing. For example, the dog will eliminate on the carpet instead of outside; the dog will bark all night long instead of just when a stranger is prowling around outside; or the dog will chew furniture instead of his own toys. The key to preventing or treating behavior problems is learning to teach the dog to redirect his natural behavior to outlets that are acceptable in the domestic setting.

Obedience training is also an easy way to establish the social hierarchy. When your dog obeys a simple request of 'come here, sit,' she is showing compliance and respect for you. It is NOT necessary to establish yourself as top dog or leader of the pack by using extreme measures such as the so-called alpha roll-over. You CAN teach your dog her subordinate role by teaching her to show submission to you in a paw raise (shake hands), roll over or hand lick (give a kiss). Most dogs love performing these tricks (obedience commands) for you which also pleasantly acknowledge that you are in charge.


Obedience training should be fun and rewarding for you and your dog. It can enrich your relationship and make living together more enjoyable. A well-trained dog is more confident and can more safely be allowed a greater amount of freedom than an untrained one. A trained dog will come when called.

Some people debate whether or not it is possible to train puppies, and others ask whether it is possible to teach an old dog new tricks. The answer to both questions is an unequivocal YES. Whatever the age of your dog, the right time to begin training is right now! The most important time in your dog's life is right now. Your dog's behavior is constantly changing. A dog that is well-behaved today will not necessarily remain that way forever. New problems can always develop. Existing problems can always get worse.

Enroll in a local dog obedience training class to learn the basics. Then most teaching and training can and should be done in your home. It is best to begin training in an area that is familiar to your dog and with the least amount of distractions as possible. When you feel both you and your dog are skilled at several obedience commands, then take these commands to different areas. Introducing distractions may seem like starting all over again, but it's worth the effort. In reality, who cares if your dog will sit stay when no one is around? What you need is a dog who will sit-stay when company is at the door. Who cares if your dog heels beautifully in your own back yard? But you need to start there if you eventually want a dog who will heel beautifully when walking down Union Street

Your pup is 6 months old so carrying him etc does not apply, but there is still alot of good information there that should help you with your stunning puppy.
Hope this helps, looking forward to more pics.

Ah great advice, thanks for your help
Its a shame the kennels we bought him from wernt more bothered.. we were ment to have a home check, but they had noone available so said theyd do one in a week to check up, its been 4 weeks now and not even a phone call, and these dogs are ment to be loved and cared for there!!!

glad i rescuedd my smudgeeeee