American Staffordshire Terrier vs Bergamasco

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Bergamasco
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
57-84 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Origin Country
United States
Italy
Origin Year
1890 AD
1850 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
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
Below Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
Low
None
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below 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
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Corded
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Wavy
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bergamasco
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
Gray
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