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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Comparison - Dog breed selector: Staff or Bullie or American Akita? Find the right dog for you

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Name Staffordshire Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Akita
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
Bullie
Bully
American Akita
Japanese Akita
Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Bullmastiff? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita weight comparison:
Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg) Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg) Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg) Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$2000 $1200-$1500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita trainability comparison.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Akita dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Docile
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Calm
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
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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Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita?
High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita social needs comparison:
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Akita dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Akita 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?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bullmastiff 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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Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita playfulness comparison:
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita?
Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Akita barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.
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 Bullmastiff indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?
Staffordshire Bull 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita mouthiness comparison:
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita?
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Akita 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: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Heart Problems
Entropion
Kidney Issues
Hemangiosarcoma
Lymphosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bullmastiff and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita?
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 cold weather conditions
The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita energy level comparison:
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?
1 to 1.5 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. Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita coat comparison:
Smooth Rough Fluffy
Dense
Waterproof
Straight
Colors
What are the original Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bullmastiff and Akita color?
Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Red
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Red
White
Brown
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or {name3 shedding:
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Akita dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita 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, Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita?

Medium

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

High 🔼

The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Good With Comparison

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita 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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Not really

This breed generally not used 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: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff or Akita? Which is better for autism?

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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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: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita?

Not really

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

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

Akita 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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Yes

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.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

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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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Bullmastiff and Akita have?
5-7 puppies 4-13 puppies, average 8 3-12 puppies

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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.
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
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
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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