American Staffordshire Terrier vs Basenji

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Basenji
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
16-18 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
20-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Origin Country
United States
Congo
Origin Year
1890 AD
-2 BC
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
None
None
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Persistent pupillary membrane
Fanconi syndrome
Immunoproliferative Systemic Intestinal Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Basenji
Breed Colors
Black
Black and White
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn Brindle
Brown
Brown Brindle
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Sable
Liver
Liver Brindle
Red
Red Brindle
Red Sable
Seal Brown
Silver and White
White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Brindle and White
Cream and White
Red and White
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