Buster arrived for rehoming on 12 October 2025. Although he came to us as a “staffordshire bull terrier” and his microchip says he is one, he isn’t. He is a much leggier crossbreed, possibly an American bulldog cross.

 

He has only just turned 1, and is very much a puppy, but a very well behaved one. He is a tall, but lean dog, weighing a healthy 23.9 kilos. He will likely gain more weight as he matures into adulthood.

 

The sort of home for Buster:

• No cats in the home

• No children under the age of 13 years

• Access to a secure and private garden (not shared or communal)

• Access to the sofa for cuddles

 

Things you need to be aware of

• We do not know if he is house trained, but he has so far been clean in his kennel

• We do not know if he is used to being left alone, therefore you will need to be able to gradually build time left alone in case he is not used to this, up to a maximum of 4 hours

 

Handling

A very friendly, puppy-like dog. May be a little nervous at the very start, but is a big baby, and loves to play. He was no problem being fitted with a new collar, or one of our temporary harnesses (he was excited but calm as if he had worn one before).

 

He was no problem taking his worming tablet in paste, or having his flea treatment applied to the back of his neck.

 

Walks

An enthusiastic walker, can walk at a brisk pace and if you match this you won’t think he is pulling, if you are slow walker he will feel like his pulling.

 

Waits at roads. Keen to sniff and investigate, very endearing and inquisitive. Seems to want to say to every single person he passes. Tails wags the whole time. Ignores dogs on walks. Our walkers have found him to be golden.

 

Playing

Loves to play, very keen and enthusiastic without being overpowering. Very gentle as well, and has allowed us to takes toys from him, or he drops and does not attempt to snatch them away. Loves all sorts of toys, and loves to chase and retrieve.

 

Dogs and cats

We have no history for Buster, and we do not know what he would be like living with a cat or a dog. At the moment we are looking for a cat free home. We may consider homes with dogs of a similar type (playful, similiar size).

 

Health

Buster has only just turned one. He appears in good health but is a bit lean, and could do with adding a few kilos. He may also grow a little more as well.

 

He is microchipped and will be neutered once he is mature. He will see our vet during week commencing 13 October 2025 for a check-up and his 1st restart vaccination.

 

The dog adoption contribution for this dog is £250.00.

 

If you adopt a dog from Happy Staffie Rescue you could be entitled to five weeks free pet insurance through Agria (terms and conditions apply).