Seaking reputable breeder in western Canada or USA

Hi, recently my Father in law passed away, and my Mother in law asked me what kind of dog could she get that would be smaller, yet a good protector, smart, and cuddly at the same time. I suggested a Staffy, as they fit all of the above in my mind.
I personally own a 118lb American Bulldog, and frequent many message boards do gain knowledge on health, movement,temperment, standards, and found that there is always between 2-5 main or popular top breeders who many use as mentors or sources of "most reputable knowledge" in the breed. Is there a concensus of a few breeders I could contact and get straight up good info and no bull answeres to some questions I may have? The breeder doesn't have to be in Canada, but I wouldn't want to ship from any farther away than the Good ole USA.
My mother in law is VERY important to me, and I would like to be able to get her a healthy, stable, and at least close to breed standards, pet.
I thank you for looking in to this.

http://www.akc.org/ <--- kennel club will beable to help you to find a good breeder

Maybe a breed society would be able to point you in the right direction? This might help..........

http://www.staffordcanada.com/

I got my dog Blue from a non AKC breeder in Maine.The dogs are all papered and she has all her breeding dogs pedigrees right on the site.They are actually expecting a litter this month from my dogs father "pretty boy Floyd" he's a blue and "Polly"one of there fawn females.She does ship the dogs if needed.Take a look at the site and tell me what you think.http://www.knockoutstaffords.com/

canadian staffordshire kennel club the have a list of all listed staffys. and from there you should be able to get a good pedigree dog or just one as pet. as i buy all my dog from dogsoline.au or dogs victoria i have had no problems

I am located in Tennessee, and I am new to this forum.
I have also created some cool staffie stuff if anyone wants to take a peek! LINK REMOVED
I have been working with Dronnybrook out of Georgia for years, and Pinehill out of South Carolina too. All good people!

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