American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
22-28 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
55-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Origin Country
United States
Belgium
Origin Year
1890 AD
1891 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
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
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below 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
Belgian Malinois
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Belgian Malinois
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
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
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