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English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Stafford or Springerdoodle? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel American Staffordshire Terrier Springerdoodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Springer Spaniel Stafford
Staffy
Amstaff
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? Which is the smallest dog, English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle?
Medium Medium Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle weight comparison:
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) 57-67 pounds (25-30 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) 62 pounds (27.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $800-$1000 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Springerdoodle is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Faithful
Instinctual
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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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High: Springerdoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Springerdoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Springerdoodle is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Springerdoodle dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle playfulness comparison:
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Springerdoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Springerdoodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Springerdoodle breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Springerdoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle?
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Springerdoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Springerdoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle mouthiness comparison:
English Springer Spaniel 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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Springerdoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Springerdoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Runny Eyes
Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd)
Neonatal Encephalopathy (news)
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Springerdoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel, American Staffordshire Terrier and Springerdoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Springerdoodle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle?
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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English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle energy level comparison:
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Springerdoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Springerdoodle dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle?
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Springerdoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle?
3 to 4.5 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. 3 to 4.5 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? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an 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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Springerdoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle coat comparison:
Feathered Fine Feathered
Curly
Colors
What are the original English Springer Spaniel, American Staffordshire Terrier and Springerdoodle color?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Liver
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle grooming comparison:
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Springerdoodle dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle?
6-8 weeks
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle 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, English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The Springerdoodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The English Springer Spaniel 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 Springerdoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Good With Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle 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: English Springer Spaniel or American Staffordshire Terrier or Springerdoodle? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel 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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Yes

Springerdoodle breed usually likes 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

Not really

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

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle 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 English Springer Spaniel and American Staffordshire Terrier and Springerdoodle have?
4-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-10 puppies

English Springer Spaniel vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Springerdoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting 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?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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