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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Stafford or Sheepdog or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Staffordshire Terrier Border Collie Dachshund
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund breeds.
Stafford
Staffy
Amstaff
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund? Compare adult weight ranges.
57-67 pounds (25-30 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
62 pounds (27.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund height comparison:
Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund?
Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which is easiest to train?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed is most alert?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed is most protective?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund? Compare temperaments.
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund?
High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund social needs comparison:
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed is most playful?
The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Dachshund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which uses mouth most during play?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which has fewer health issues?
The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which breed is most active?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. What colors are available?
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which drools least?
The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund? American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which is best with kids?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Border Collie or Dachshund?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund?
Yes
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Border Collie vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Staffordshire Terrier, Border Collie, and Dachshund. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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