Breeders and Exhibitors of the American Staffordshire Terrier.
Zaliamstaff is New Zealand's Top American Staffordshire Terrier (Amstaff) Kennel, home to the makers of Breed History, and the most highly awarded Amstaffs on the New Zealand Show circuit.
Owners: Zeta Jordan & Jordan Klenner
Junior Showmanship Judge: Jordan Klenner
Licensed FCI Breeder Judge: Zeta Jordan
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Note: Due to Covid-19 virus all Shows held in New Zealand have been postponed until further noticed.
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Read our blogs!
The phrase “form follows function” is a cornerstone of good design, and it holds just as true in the world of purebred dogs as it does in architecture or engineering.
Writing a critique, especially in the context of a conformation dog show, involves providing an objective and structured evaluation of the dog based on its adherence to the breed standard.
Puppies, like humans, go through various developmental stages, including fear periods. These fear periods are a normal part of a puppy's behavioral development, where they become more sensitive to new experiences and stimuli. These periods are crucial for their socialization and learning about the world around them.
As the AmStaff enters the ring, the judge first takes a moment to observe the dog's overall appearance and movement.
Once again I can not stipulate enough, how important it is to not over exercise your puppy! When you get your 8/10 week old puppy, PLEASE keep this image in mind. Their bones do not even touch yet.
I hear this more often than I'd like to admit: "I just want a pet, not a show dog." And it breaks my heart because it's just so wrong.
The breeding of ‘like to like’ type is an approach that has been utilized by some of our best Breeders throughout history. In this blog, we look to explain the process.
Bringing your little Amstaff puppy home for the first time is an exciting moment for owners, families and friends. It can also be a little daunting for first-timers.
Lavish praise on your Amstaff when he/she does what they are asked. Don’t be half-hearted about it; dogs can tell the difference.
Are you about to bring home an Amstaff puppy? Our list of essentials will make life easier for you, and your puppy!