American Staffordshire Terrier vs Beagle

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Beagle
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-15 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
20-30 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Origin Country
United States
Greece
Origin Year
1890 AD
500 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-90 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Above Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Glaucoma
Beagle dwarfism
Musladin‐Lueke syndrome
Intervertebral disc disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beagle
Breed Colors
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
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Red, and White
Black, Red, and White
Black, Tan, and Bluetick
Black, Tan, and Bluetick
Blue
Blue
Blue and White
Blue and White
Blue, Tan, and White
Blue, Tan, and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
Brown, White, and Tan
Brown, White, and Tan
Lemon
Lemon
Lemon and White
Lemon and White
Red
Red
Red and Black
Red and Black
Red and White
Red and White
Tan
Tan
Tan and White
Tan and White
White
White
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