American Staffordshire Terrier vs Chihuahua

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Chihuahua
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
15-20 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
6-9 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
3-6 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Origin Country
United States
Mexico
Origin Year
1890 AD
1850 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Above Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
15-20 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Pulmonic stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Shivering
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Obesity
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Long
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Chihuahua
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
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gold
Gold
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
Silver and White
Silver and White
White
White
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