‘I hope the site will interest enthusiasts and help new owners to understand and value this unique and very old breed.’
Promoting responsible ownership -
Phil Knowles
Promoting responsible ownership -
Phil Knowles
Edgeworth Flash Frankie at Tikkurilan 2015. Lure racing at East Anglia 2023. Owned by Elaine and Tec Norton.
Edgeworth Diamond Sly, dob 1989, by Sampsons Pride and out of my Wardrum Delaware of Edgeworth.
From the past history of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the modern dog draws its character of indomitable courage, high intelligence, and tenacity. This coupled with its affection for its friends, and children in particular, its off-duty quietness and trustworthy stability, makes it a foremost all-purpose dog. (1948 KC Breed Standard)
Edgeworth Brindle Lad 'Gus'. Litter brother to Edgeworth Flash Frankie at Tikkurilan and Edgeworth Arturo. DoB 2015.
Edgeworth Canava Barney. DoB 1994. Cassius de Coote aka ‘Clay’ x Edgeworth Diamond Sly.
The Edgeworth affix was taken from the name of my uncles bitch Edgeworth Bess.
My family have a long history of keeping Bulldogs, my great grandfather having owned old fashioned type Bulldogs back in the 1920’s, which he kept in his coal yard in London’s East End. I never knew these, but stories concerning them were fondly remembered by my father, whose job as a youngster, was to help tend the horses that pulled the coal carts.
From this background the Staffordshire Bull Terrier became the obvious breed of choice, kept by my family since the early 1950’s. I have personally owned Staffords since 1967, my first being ‘Bess’, shown below, bred by my late uncle Mr. Terence Knowles, who was my mentor and friend.
Game Bess DoB 1967. Picture taken at 10 years old in 1977. Breeder Mr. Terrence Knowles. Ch. Rapparee Renegade x Edgeworth Bess.
Welcome to the site, which will be updated with new topics from time to time. Some articles will be edited occasionally with new material to add interest or if I need to make a further point. There is often something that comes to mind, a memory, a quote or a correction.
I have completed and updated the Early Breeds history article, although there is always something that can be added to this. It includes links to other Bull Terrier breeds and more authentic old pictures. It is a vast subject, which could fill a large encyclopaedia. There are more historical examples of the breed which will be added. I also regularly update my Introduction if there is something of current interest.
I would remind readers that just because something is written or published in a book or database does not necessarily make it the truth or correct. The internet is also full of false information.
However, my name is on this site so I can guarantee my honest opinion and will endeavour to keep its contents accurate.
Phil Knowles,
Edgeworth Stafford’s
‘Special thanks to Stefan Hoogendoorn my knowledgeable friend from the Netherlands.’
Email: [email protected]
I have completed and updated the Early Breeds history article, although there is always something that can be added to this. It includes links to other Bull Terrier breeds and more authentic old pictures. It is a vast subject, which could fill a large encyclopaedia. There are more historical examples of the breed which will be added. I also regularly update my Introduction if there is something of current interest.
I would remind readers that just because something is written or published in a book or database does not necessarily make it the truth or correct. The internet is also full of false information.
However, my name is on this site so I can guarantee my honest opinion and will endeavour to keep its contents accurate.
Phil Knowles,
Edgeworth Stafford’s
‘Special thanks to Stefan Hoogendoorn my knowledgeable friend from the Netherlands.’
Email: [email protected]
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