Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Staffy Bull Pit or Little Blue Dog?

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Name	Staffy Bull Pit	Australian Shepherd
Origins	England United States	United States
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	2076	17
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Staffy Bull Pit and an Australian Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Staffy Bull Pit and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd? Is a Staffy Bull Pit taller than an Australian Shepherd?	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Staffy Bull Pit and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd?	Frequent: The Staffy Bull Pit is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Staffy Bull Pit and an Australian Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Reliable Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive Bold Fearless	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd?	High: Staffy Bull Pit dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are a social breed. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd?	The wanderlust potential of the Staffy Bull Pit is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Staffy Bull Pit 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Staffy Bull Pit rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Staffy Bull Pit is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	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 Staffy Bull Pit 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Staffy Bull Pit dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd?	Staffy Bull Pit 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.	Australian Shepherd 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.

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Staffy Bull Pit has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Staffy Bull Pit dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Staffy Bull Pit bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Staffy Bull Pit: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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 cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Staffy Bull Pit and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	The Staffy Bull Pit is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd?	Average The Staffy Bull Pit should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies Distichiasis Mastocytoma Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	Staffy Bull Pit dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Staffy Bull Pit dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd?	Staffy Bull Pit dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffy Bull Pit's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Staffy Bull Pit requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Staffy Bull Pit is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Staffy Bull Pit has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Staffy Bull Pit and an Australian Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Fine Smooth	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd? Do Staffy Bull Pit dogs shed more than Australian Shepherd dogs?	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are low shedders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Staffy Bull Pit dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd?	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Staffy Bull Pit or Australian Shepherd? Can a Staffy Bull Pit and an Australian Shepherd be friends? Do Staffy Bull Pit dogs get along with Australian Shepherd dogs?	Staffy Bull Pit dogs are not dog-friendly.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Staffy Bull Pit dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Staffy Bull Pit is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Staffy Bull Pits are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Staffy Bull Pit breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Staffy Bull Pit or an Australian Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	5-8 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Staffy Bull Pit vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Staffy Bull Pit and Australian Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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