American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-11 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
22-27 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
85-130 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
100 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Protective
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Energy Level
Medium
Low to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-11 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Aortic stenosis
Panosteitis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
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 and Mahogany
Black and Mahogany
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
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