‘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 dam of Edgeworth Canava Barney. DoB 1989.
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'. DoB 2015.
Edgeworth Canava Barney. DoB 1994.
The Edgeworth affix was taken from the name of my uncles bitch Edgeworth Bess.
My family have a long history of keeping Bull breeds, my great grandfather having owned old fashioned type Bulldogs back in the 1920’s 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 it was to help tend the horses that pulled the coal carts.
We have kept Staffordshire Bull Terriers since the 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.
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 would remind readers that just because something is written or published does not necessarily make it the truth or correct. Many opinions especially concerning history are subjective, however I will endeavour to keep the contents of the site accurate.
Phil Knowles
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 would remind readers that just because something is written or published does not necessarily make it the truth or correct. Many opinions especially concerning history are subjective, however I will endeavour to keep the contents of the site accurate.
Phil Knowles
Email: [email protected]
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