American Staffordshire Terrier vs Boxer

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Boxer
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
21-25 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
53-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
1894 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
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
Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
60-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
27 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Bloat
Cancer
Corneal dystrophy
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Demodectic mange
Deafness
Aortic stenosis
Boxer cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boxer
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
Brindle
Fawn
White
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