American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Comparison – Which dog is better Stafford or Old English Mastiff?

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Name	American Staffordshire Terrier	Mastiff
Origins	United States	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff. What other names are these breeds known by?	Stafford Staffy Amstaff	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an American Staffordshire Terrier and a Mastiff. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an American Staffordshire Terrier and a Mastiff. Which breed is heavier?	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62 pounds (27.5 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Staffordshire Terrier or Mastiff? Is an American Staffordshire Terrier taller than a Mastiff?	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an American Staffordshire Terrier and a Mastiff. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, American Staffordshire Terrier or Mastiff?	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. 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 Which is easier to train: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare training requirements.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare alertness levels.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare territorial behaviors.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an American Staffordshire Terrier and a Mastiff. How do their temperaments differ?	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff?	High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mastiff 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 Mastiff social needs comparison:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff? 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare play drive and energy.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.	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 Mastiff indoors.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Mastiff 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 Mastiff?	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 Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare mouthing behaviors.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an American Staffordshire Terrier and a Mastiff. Which breed is healthier?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff?	Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare activity levels.	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.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Staffordshire Terrier or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Staffordshire Terrier or Mastiff?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff? Compare breed colors.	Black Blue White Brown	Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare drooling amounts.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an American Staffordshire Terrier and a Mastiff? Compare fur types.	Fine	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Staffordshire Terrier or Mastiff? Do American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed more than Mastiff dogs?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare kid-friendliness.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very 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.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Mastiff?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Mastiff? Can an American Staffordshire Terrier and a Mastiff be friends? Do American Staffordshire Terrier dogs get along with Mastiff dogs?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff?	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff 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 Mastiff 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.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Which is better for therapy work: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare therapy capabilities.	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 Which is better at detection work: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an American Staffordshire Terrier or a Mastiff? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff. Which has larger litters?	5-10 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff. Which needs longer recovery?	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 Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between American Staffordshire Terrier and Mastiff. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	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

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