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Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Argentine Fighting Dog or Malinois or Stafford? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cordoba Fighting Dog Belgian Malinois American Staffordshire Terrier
OriginsArgentina flagArgentina Belgium flagBelgium United States flagUnited States
Group Extinct Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank2534483
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Argentine Fighting Dog
Cordoban Fighting Dog
Cordobese dog
Perro de Pelea Cordobés
Perro de Presa de Cordoba
Fighting Dog of Cordoba
Malinois Stafford
Staffy
Amstaff
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or Belgian Malinois? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 55-90 pounds (25-41 kg), Female: 45-85 pounds (20-39 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 72.5 pounds (33 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier height comparison:
Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) 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)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which is more expensive?
Unavailable $1200-$1400 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier trainability comparison.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Strong
Aggressive
Fierce
Fighter
Vigorous
Relentless
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
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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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
Average: Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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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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Social Needs
Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier social needs comparison:
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Belgian Malinois 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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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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Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Cordoba Fighting Dog is a playful breed.
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The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
Average: The Cordoba Fighting Dog barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Belgian Malinois indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Belgian Malinois 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: Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Belgian Malinois 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.

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cordoba Fighting Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Cordoba Fighting Dog has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois 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? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Malinois 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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Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
The Cordoba Fighting Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Belgian Malinois 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Cordoba Fighting Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Belgian Malinois 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.
Life Expectancy
Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Cordoba Fighting Dog, Belgian Malinois and American Staffordshire Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Cordoba Fighting Dog: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier energy level comparison:
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Belgian Malinois 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.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Belgian Malinois 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.

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 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? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Cordoba Fighting Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois 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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Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier coat comparison:
Dense
Smooth
Weather-resistant
Straight
Fine
Colors
What are the original Cordoba Fighting Dog, Belgian Malinois and American Staffordshire Terrier color?
White Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Cordoba Fighting Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or {name3 shedding:
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier 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, Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier?

Medium

The Cordoba Fighting Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Malinois 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?
The Cordoba Fighting Dog is an average drooler.
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The Belgian Malinois 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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Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Belgian Malinois 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 Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
Yes
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Malinois 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
Cordoba Fighting Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Malinois 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?
Cordoba Fighting Dogs are not recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Cordoba Fighting Dog or Belgian Malinois or American Staffordshire Terrier? 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.

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?

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier?

Not really

Cordoba Fighting Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Malinois 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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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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Not really

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

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.

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Cordoba Fighting Dog and Belgian Malinois and American Staffordshire Terrier have?
2-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Cordoba Fighting Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs American Staffordshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding 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. 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?
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
No data available

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