johnbhoy23 Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 Hi, I'm looking to get an Amstaff and have contacted a number of breeders for details of upcoming litters, however, as of yet haven't heard anything In the meantime, can anyone possibly recommend some good reputable breeders in and around Brisbane, although I would be willing to travel as long as it was within driving distence!! Also, as I've just moved heree from overseas, I have no idea how much I should expect to pay for a puppy so if anyone can give me an idea that would be great. Cheers J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jade~Harley~Bella Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 Maybe give the breeders a call and follow up if you initially contacted them via email. Sorry I don't know of any breeders in brissy, but you could always find out when some dog shows are on and go and meet some breeders there. The ekka is also next month which could make a good opportunity to talk to some if they attend as well. I'd expect to pay around 1000-1500 for a papered pup. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbhoy23 Posted July 21, 2012 Author Share Posted July 21, 2012 Maybe give the breeders a call and follow up if you initially contacted them via email. Sorry I don't know of any breeders in brissy, but you could always find out when some dog shows are on and go and meet some breeders there. The ekka is also next month which could make a good opportunity to talk to some if they attend as well. I'd expect to pay around 1000-1500 for a papered pup. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks for replying. That's probably a good idea re the show. Price wise that's roughly what I thought it might be. Just need to find someone with an upcoming litter now :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 You can call Michelle from Amlovinya Amstaffs. (call, don't email) She doesn't currently have a litter but she'll point you in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 http://www.amlovinya.com/ Phone number on the contact page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbesotted Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 and remember always make sure you have the pedigree papers.. H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbhoy23 Posted July 22, 2012 Author Share Posted July 22, 2012 Cheers for the info/replies guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeckoTree Posted July 22, 2012 Share Posted July 22, 2012 Hey mate, don't be hesitant in looking away from your locality of Brisbane, if you just look local you seriously limit yourself to breeders with the AST DOL lists a shed load of AST breeders, just go through them inch by inch and you will soon sort the chaf from the hay. best of luck. Another J. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roguedog Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 stephanie from towilla amstaff's is also fantastic, as is katherine from newbelle kennels... I love both these ladies and their dogs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Hey mate, don't be hesitant in looking away from your locality of Brisbane, if you just look local you seriously limit yourself to breeders with the AST DOL lists a shed load of AST breeders, just go through them inch by inch and you will soon sort the chaf from the hay. best of luck. Another J. Just because they're listed on DOL doesn't mean they're ethical ;) stephanie from towilla amstaff's is also fantastic, as is katherine from newbelle kennels... I love both these ladies and their dogs! Yeah, they're great Steph's not breeding any more though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCheekyMonster Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 (edited) Hey mate, don't be hesitant in looking away from your locality of Brisbane, if you just look local you seriously limit yourself to breeders with the AST DOL lists a shed load of AST breeders, just go through them inch by inch and you will soon sort the chaf from the hay. best of luck. Another J. Just because they're listed on DOL doesn't mean they're ethical ;) stephanie from towilla amstaff's is also fantastic, as is katherine from newbelle kennels... I love both these ladies and their dogs! Yeah, they're great Steph's not breeding any more though. :) Edited July 23, 2012 by TheCheekyMonster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbhoy23 Posted July 23, 2012 Author Share Posted July 23, 2012 Hey mate, don't be hesitant in looking away from your locality of Brisbane, if you just look local you seriously limit yourself to breeders with the AST DOL lists a shed load of AST breeders, just go through them inch by inch and you will soon sort the chaf from the hay. best of luck. Another J. Cheers pal, yeh that's what I've been doing, just didn't want to have to travel to Perth or Melbourne etc for one, but suppose I can always look into having it delivered, although NSW wouldn't be too bad. Just want to make sure it ticks all the boxes in terms of health, temperament and looks etc. Cheers J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WreckitWhippet Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Contact Ironklad Amstaffs. They are well bred, very well raised and the breeders pay attention to detail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 (edited) Contact Ironklad Amstaffs. They are well bred, very well raised and the breeders pay attention to detail. Ironklad and Mischiefmaka make my favourite ASTs. One day... Didn't know the OP was willing to travel. ETA: Ironklad is Amstaff_Ambition. She posted some pics in the Amstaff thread recently. Edited July 23, 2012 by ruthless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melzawelza Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Contact Ironklad Amstaffs. They are well bred, very well raised and the breeders pay attention to detail. Yep!! Towilla were awesome as well but Steph isn't breeding anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wobbly Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 Don't forget there's plenty of Amstaffs in need at pounds as well. There are downsides to getting a dog from the pound, you will never have papers for the dog, which can present a problem for Am Staffs in some areas. Many councils however, won't interfere provided a dog never comes to their attention for any reason. I am not sure what the situation is in Brisbane. Blacktown pound in Sydney is where I got my dog, there are always so many Am Staffs in there. Its a tragedy that so many good looking, healthy dogs with great temperaments are put to sleep. Here is a link to the current list at Blacktown pound, lots of Am Staffs, as usual. http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/239871-blacktown-pound-week-beginning-23072012/ In checking rescues, be aware that rescuers and pounds usually don't have access to pedigrees so American Staffordshires may be mislabelled as Staffy crosses or other similar variations, and unrelated cross breeds may be incorrectly labelled Amstaff. Closer to you, I just did a very quick search of QLD animal rescue. I didn't go through them all, there's far too many, but here is a small selection you might be interested in: http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/148652 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168536 http://www.petrescue.com.au/_feed/view/?animal=131939 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/162626 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/153572 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/164698 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168433 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168148 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/158164 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/165145 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbi Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 Don't forget there's plenty of Amstaffs in need at pounds as well. There are downsides to getting a dog from the pound, you will never have papers for the dog, which can present a problem for Am Staffs in some areas. Many councils however, won't interfere provided a dog never comes to their attention for any reason. I am not sure what the situation is in Brisbane. Blacktown pound in Sydney is where I got my dog, there are always so many Am Staffs in there. Its a tragedy that so many good looking, healthy dogs with great temperaments are put to sleep. Here is a link to the current list at Blacktown pound, lots of Am Staffs, as usual. http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/239871-blacktown-pound-week-beginning-23072012/ In checking rescues, be aware that rescuers and pounds usually don't have access to pedigrees so American Staffordshires may be mislabelled as Staffy crosses or other similar variations, and unrelated cross breeds may be incorrectly labelled Amstaff. Closer to you, I just did a very quick search of QLD animal rescue. I didn't go through them all, there's far too many, but here is a small selection you might be interested in: http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/148652 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168536 http://www.petrescue.com.au/_feed/view/?animal=131939 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/162626 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/153572 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/164698 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168433 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168148 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/158164 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/165145 Some very deserving dogs looking for loving forever homes through no fault of their own in this gallery of photos, the Blacktown dogs break my heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbhoy23 Posted July 24, 2012 Author Share Posted July 24, 2012 Contact Ironklad Amstaffs. They are well bred, very well raised and the breeders pay attention to detail. Cheers Pav Lova will check them out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbhoy23 Posted July 24, 2012 Author Share Posted July 24, 2012 Contact Ironklad Amstaffs. They are well bred, very well raised and the breeders pay attention to detail. Ironklad and Mischiefmaka make my favourite ASTs. One day... Didn't know the OP was willing to travel. ETA: Ironklad is Amstaff_Ambition. She posted some pics in the Amstaff thread recently. I had looked at Mischiefmake previously, however, there seems to be probs with their site just now. I will travel if necessary for the right dog, however, would rather avoid it if possible as it would be difficult to arrange what with 2 kids and work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbhoy23 Posted July 24, 2012 Author Share Posted July 24, 2012 Don't forget there's plenty of Amstaffs in need at pounds as well. There are downsides to getting a dog from the pound, you will never have papers for the dog, which can present a problem for Am Staffs in some areas. Many councils however, won't interfere provided a dog never comes to their attention for any reason. I am not sure what the situation is in Brisbane. Blacktown pound in Sydney is where I got my dog, there are always so many Am Staffs in there. Its a tragedy that so many good looking, healthy dogs with great temperaments are put to sleep. Here is a link to the current list at Blacktown pound, lots of Am Staffs, as usual. http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/239871-blacktown-pound-week-beginning-23072012/ In checking rescues, be aware that rescuers and pounds usually don't have access to pedigrees so American Staffordshires may be mislabelled as Staffy crosses or other similar variations, and unrelated cross breeds may be incorrectly labelled Amstaff. Closer to you, I just did a very quick search of QLD animal rescue. I didn't go through them all, there's far too many, but here is a small selection you might be interested in: http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/148652 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168536 http://www.petrescue.com.au/_feed/view/?animal=131939 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/162626 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/153572 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/164698 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168433 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/168148 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/158164 http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/165145 This was something I considered as I do feel for the dogs in these centers, however, the issue with papers and not knowing anything about potential health issues was a concern and also my kids want a puppy which aren't always available. I do keep an eye out at what is available though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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