American Staffordshire Terrier vs Australian Shepherd

Compare American Staffordshire Terriers to Australian Shepherds. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Australian Shepherd
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
18-23 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
40-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1890 AD
1840 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Deafness
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Drug sensitivity
Collie nose
Retinal detachment
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Shepherd
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
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Red
Red
Red Merle
Red Merle
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