American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Amstaff or Staffy?

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Name	American Staffordshire Terrier	Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origins	United States	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	83	82
Reviews	5	9
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Amstaff, Stafford, Staffy	Staffy, Staff, SBT, Stafford, Staffy Bull
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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
Price Which is cheaper, American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	No data available	$1500-$2000
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier size comparison:	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier weight comparison:	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)	Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62 pounds (27.5 kg)	Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Smooth
Colors What are the original American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier color? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier color comparison:	Brown Blue White Black	Brindle Red Blue Fawn White Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming.	Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier shedding:	American Staffordshire Terriers shed none to minimal.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed none to minimal.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	4-6 weeks Average.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Attentive Devoted Loyal Intelligent Courageous Friendly Tenacious	Affectionate Courageous Intelligent Bold Fearless Reliable
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier smarter? Which is best? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier intelligence:	Smart: American Staffordshire Terrier's has great intelligence.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Trainability American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers are easy to train.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are quite easy to train.
Playfulness American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	American Staffordshire Terriers are a social breed.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally.	Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers are average watchdogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Staffordshire Terriers are average defenders.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are average defenders.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:	American Staffordshire Terriers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers have average wanderlust potential.	Wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	American Staffordshire Terriers 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.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani American Staffordshire Terrier kutyafajtát.	Nem a legjobb választás Staffordshire Bull Terrier, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Staffordshire Bull Terrier tartása lakásban.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	American Staffordshire Terriers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers 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.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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.
Fighting Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	American Staffordshire Terriers are stranger friendly dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers are not cat-friendly dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers are not dog-friendly.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	Yes American Staffordshire Terriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Staffordshire Terriers do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Distichiasis Mastocytoma Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	12-14 years	12-14 years
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Hypoallergenic American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier energy level comparison:	American Staffordshire Terriers have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Staffordshire Terriers need quite a lot of exercise.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	American Staffordshire Terriers sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Does the American Staffordshire Terrier breed eat more than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions	Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	Medium The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler.	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier have? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier litter size comparison:	5-10 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Gretchen Biaggi
Feb 16, 2020, 6:22:11 AM:
Daria
Sep 17, 2020, 5:18:13 PM:
Love Staffbull's, best family pet I've ever had. Isn't aggressive towards dogs, cats and people:) A loving companion to have around! Mine was smart and easy to train!))
Sophie Reyons
Sep 17, 2020, 5:28:04 PM:
Stafford shire Bull terrier are one of the best companions to own!! Outgoing and easy to train!! Wouldn't say any of my Saffies had any aggression problems at all, the friendliest dogs ever!
Katelin smith
Dec 4, 2020, 7:22:02 AM:
I disagree I have both an English and an amstaff. We also have a cat and chickens, they are friendly to each other and all the other animals, including at the dog beach. The only Aggression I have seen from mine is if another dog attacks first