Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Compare the Doberman Pinscher to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Doberman Pinschers and Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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General Details
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
65-99 Pounds
24-38 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1890 AD
1935 AD
Temperament
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Traits
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-75 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Very High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Wobbler Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous
Mastocytoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Doberman Pinscher
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Blue and Rust
Blue and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Red and Rust
Red and Rust
White
White
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
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