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Name	American Staffordshire Terrier	German Shorthaired Pointer	American Bulldog
Origins	United States	Germany	United States
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog breeds.	Stafford Staffy Amstaff	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog? Compare adult weight ranges.	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62 pounds (27.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog? American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog?	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which is easiest to train?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most alert?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most protective?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog? Compare temperaments.	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog?	High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog social needs comparison:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
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. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	American Bulldog 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most playful?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep American Bulldog indoors.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	American Bulldog 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 German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which uses mouth most during play?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. 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.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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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.	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog health problems comparison:	No data available	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. 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.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which needs most food?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. What colors are available?	Black Blue White Brown	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black White Brown Fawn
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which drools least?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Dense	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. 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. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog? American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which is best with kids?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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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.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or American Bulldog?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog?	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Bulldog 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 German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Bulldog 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.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. 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, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	7-12 puppies	7-14 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. 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, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs American Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of American Staffordshire Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and American Bulldog. Which has most recognition?	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club

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