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Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Comparison - Dog breed selector: Tervuren or Stafford or Brazilian Molosser? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Tervuren American Staffordshire Terrier Fila Brasileiro
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium United States flagUnited States Brazil flagBrazil
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Tervuren Stafford
Staffy
Amstaff
Brazilian Molosser
Cao de Fila
Brazilian Mastiff
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
Large Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 57-67 pounds (25-30 kg) 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 62 pounds (27.5 kg) 100 pounds (45.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $800-$1000 $1000-$1300
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro intelligence:
Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Trainability
Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro trainability comparison.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Courageous
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Determined
Brave
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro?
Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Fila Brasileiro dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro social needs comparison:
Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Fila Brasileiro dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro playfulness comparison:
The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Fila Brasileiros, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro?
A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Fila Brasileiro rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
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 Belgian Tervuren indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Fila Brasileiro breed.

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Fila Brasileiro dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
Belgian Tervuren 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 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.

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Fila Brasileiro bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Fila Brasileiro has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro mouthiness comparison:
Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro?
The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Fila Brasileiros tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Fila Brasileiro should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Tervuren, American Staffordshire Terrier and Fila Brasileiro breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiro: 10 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro energy level comparison:
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
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.
Fila Brasileiro 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
Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Fila Brasileiro dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 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? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Fila Brasileiro breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro coat comparison:
Thick
Double
Fine Dense
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Belgian Tervuren, American Staffordshire Terrier and Fila Brasileiro color?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Black
Red
Yellow
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro grooming comparison:
Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Fila Brasileiro doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
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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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro?

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The Fila Brasileiro has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Fila Brasileiro drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Fila Brasileiro dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro?
Yes
Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Fila Brasileiro dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Fila Brasileiro is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Fila Brasileiros are not the best breed for elderly people.

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used 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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Belgian Tervuren or American Staffordshire Terrier or Fila Brasileiro? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro?

Not really

Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Fila Brasileiro breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Yes

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

Yes

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

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Belgian Tervuren and American Staffordshire Terrier and Fila Brasileiro have?
6-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-10 puppies

Belgian Tervuren vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available No data available American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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