Akita vs American Staffordshire Terrier

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

Akita vs American Staffordshire Terrier
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
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General Details
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
17-80 Inches
Weight
70-130 Pounds
45-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Below Average
History
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Origin Country
Japan
United States
Origin Year
1600 AD
1890 AD
Temperament
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
None
Above Average
Pet Friendly
None
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Sebaceous adenitis
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Akita
American Staffordshire Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Brown
Brown
Brown Brindle
Brown Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
White
White
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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