American Staffordshire Terrier vs Beauceron

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Beauceron
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
70-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Origin Country
United States
France
Origin Year
1890 AD
1587 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Beauceron
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 Tan
Harlequin
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