American Staffordshire Terrier vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-13 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
8-11 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
18-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1890 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
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
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Cushing's syndrome
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Hypothyroidism
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Glaucoma
Obesity
Skin allergies
Blindness
Eye problems
Lymphosarcoma
Intervertebral disc disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
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
Mustard
Mustard
Pepper
Pepper
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