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Save the Staffies Ireland This page is both for proud staffie owners and those eager to help rescue those in need of a loving home. Mum, too, became unwanted, as the last puppy goes.

Please browse through our post down to see all staffies waiting for a new loving family. Many hundreds of dogs are euthanised every year in Ireland after their 5 days in the pound is completed. Sadly, they are discarded like a waste product of our society. It has become obvious to many people involved in dog rescue
that a large proportion of these 'death row dogs' are Staffies and similar type dog

s. Staffordshire Bull Terriers and SBT crosses are being over-bred meaning that every year thousands of them are left without homes, ending up in Council Pounds or Rescue centres and some suffering an even worse fate - being 'put to sleep' simply because they have nowhere to go. The difficulty is compounded by the fact that some councils and private landlords will not accept bull breeds and other dogs whose breed type is on the Restricted Breed list. We find this appalling as these dogs are truly fantastic pets and devoted companions. Their reputation as vicious killers is a myth, blown by media out of proportion. The love for humans in this breed is overwhelming, they give all of their little hearts to this love.


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Just a Staffy Cross.
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Today is just another day - to me they're all the same
I have the worst of genes you see, I bear the "Staffy" shame. The shame is in our numbers, there's thousands with no home
Thousands just like me you'll find, in kennels all alone. My mum was "just a Staffy", my father - well who knows? And then begins the process, of money-making deals
A life of "moving on" unfolds, who cares how the Staffy feels? If you have the cash to hand, the Staffy pup is yours

But that pup is getting bigger now, just look at those big paws. You brought me for your image, thought I'd make you look more tough
But you'll find my boisterous nature has already got too much. If you had thought to train me, with kindness and with praise
You would have had a faithful friend to share your darkest days. I would lay down my life for you, but you simply cannot see
You make sure you get your money back on what you paid for me. And on it goes, until one day, I'm no longer worth a dime
The retail on an adult staff - not worth the waste of time. So what happens to a Staffy now? Do you really want to know? Do you care what will become of us, when we leave our final home? Have you ever thought to wonder, "Where is that Staffy now?"
The "Staffy" has another name; he's become a "stray" somehow. Me, I was put into a car and driven far away

The door held open, I jumped out, I thought to run and play. It was with joy and happy heart I turned to look for you
You drove away with all my trust and a piece of my heart too. I wondered round for many days before I was brought here. Now I wait with heavy heart, trepidation and with fear. Seven days is all I have you see, seven days for you to claim
The little dog that you threw out, for which you have no shame. This is my last goodbye now my seven days are up
If only more thought had gone into the future of that pup
As the needle empties to my veins I lay down with one last sigh
I'm sorry I was born a Staffy, because it means that I must die.

- by Trudie James, Doris Banham Dog Rescue

Working Animal Guardians, W.A.G., mainly rescues and rehomes bull breed dogs, and campaigns on dog welfare issues.
05/07/2025

Working Animal Guardians, W.A.G., mainly rescues and rehomes bull breed dogs, and campaigns on dog welfare issues.

Diego needs a foster home ASAP. He is the fawn adult dog in the video. Dogs Angels Ireland is based in Co Dublin.
05/07/2025

Diego needs a foster home ASAP. He is the fawn adult dog in the video. Dogs Angels Ireland is based in Co Dublin.

senior Staffy Chico still urgently needs a foster (or forever) home
04/07/2025

senior Staffy Chico still urgently needs a foster (or forever) home

💔 URGENT: Chico Still Needs a Miracle 💔

We have some wonderful news—Zeus is out of the pound and safe! 🐾💖
But we also have heartbreaking news—Chico, aged 10, is still there… and time is running out.

Chico urgently needs a life-saving operation, but we can’t proceed until he’s out of the pound and in a safe, loving environment. At his age, Chico deserves more than a cold kennel. He deserves a soft bed, gentle hands, and a peaceful place to call home.

We’re making one final heartfelt plea:
🙏 Can you open your heart and home to Chico?
We’re looking for either a long-term foster or a forever retirement home—a place where Chico can heal and feel loved, maybe for the first time in a long time.

Even if you can’t adopt or foster, you can still be part of Chico’s rescue.
Please donate today to help cover the cost of his urgent operation. Every donation, big or small, brings Chico one step closer to the life he deserves.

🐶❤️ Chico is holding on. Let’s not give up on him.
Thank you so much for your continued love and support.

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foster or forever home/s urgently neededUPDATE: the fawn dog, Zeus, is safe out of the pound. A place is still needed fo...
02/07/2025

foster or forever home/s urgently needed
UPDATE: the fawn dog, Zeus, is safe out of the pound. A place is still needed for the older brindle dog, Chico.

young Tommy, Dublin SPCA
01/07/2025

young Tommy, Dublin SPCA

foster or forever home wanted for mature Staffy (or similar type dog) at Dublin County Dog Shelter
29/06/2025

foster or forever home wanted for mature Staffy (or similar type dog) at Dublin County Dog Shelter

Our poor boy Chance is still with us here at the shelter with very little interest probably due to his age, he is approximately 10 years old but surely deserves the same chance as every other dog, if you could even take him on foster for a little while give us a call here at the shelter on 087 3914008 to arrange a meet and greet.

Chip, in Kildare dog shelter, looks like he may be a Staffy mix. A playful and affectionate dog.
29/06/2025

Chip, in Kildare dog shelter, looks like he may be a Staffy mix. A playful and affectionate dog.

County Kildare stray
29/06/2025

County Kildare stray

27/06/2025

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