Airedale Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier

Compare the Airedale Terrier to the American Staffordshire Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Airedale Terriers and American Staffordshire Terriers.

Airedale Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
17-80 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
45-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1886 AD
1890 AD
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn Brindle
Blue Fawn Brindle
Brown
Brown
Brown Brindle
Brown Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Sable
Fawn Sable
Liver
Liver
Liver Brindle
Liver Brindle
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Red Sable
Red Sable
Seal Brown
Seal Brown
Silver and White
Silver and White
White
White
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