Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Bluetick Hound or Stafford?

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Name	Bluetick Coonhound	American Staffordshire Terrier
Origins	United States	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	132	83
Reviews	1	7
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bluetick Hound	Stafford Staffy Amstaff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Is the Bluetick Coonhound bigger than the American Staffordshire Terrier breed? Is a Bluetick Coonhound smaller than an American Staffordshire Terrier?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier weight comparison:	45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62.5 pounds (28 kg)	62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Is a Bluetick Coonhound taller than an American Staffordshire Terrier?	20-27 inches (51-69 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23.5 inches (60 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Bluetick Coonhound and American Staffordshire Terrier?	$500-$600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Frequent: The Bluetick Coonhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier smarter? Which is best? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Friendly Gentle	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Sensitive: Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	High: Bluetick Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier social needs comparison:	Bluetick Coonhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Bluetick Coonhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	A lot: Bluetick Coonhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bluetick Coonhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bluetick Coonhound 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bluetick Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Bluetick Coonhound more dangerous than an American Staffordshire Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Bluetick Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Bluetick Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier energy level comparison:	Bluetick Coonhound 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Does the Bluetick Coonhound breed eat more than the American Staffordshire Terrier breed?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bluetick Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Bluetick Coonhound and American Staffordshire Terrier color? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier color comparison:	Black Tan Blue Ticked	Black Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Bluetick Coonhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Do Bluetick Coonhound dogs shed more than American Staffordshire Terrier dogs?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.
Hypoallergenic Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Bluetick Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire 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 Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	The Bluetick Coonhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are generally with other pets.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Can a Bluetick Coonhound and an American Staffordshire Terrier be friends? Do Bluetick Coonhound dogs get along with American Staffordshire Terrier dogs?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Yes Bluetick Coonhound 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bluetick Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bluetick Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier 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. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bluetick Coonhound or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which is better for autism?	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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Not really Bluetick Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bluetick Coonhound and American Staffordshire Terrier have? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Bluetick Coonhound vs American Staffordshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.
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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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