American Staffordshire Terrier vs Dingo

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Dingo
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Breed Type
Purebred
Wild
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-16 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
20-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Origin Country
United States
Australia
Origin Year
1890 AD
-1500 BC
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
0-100 °F
Barks/Howls
None
None
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Canine distemper
Heart worms
Tapeworms
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Dingo
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
Cream
Cream
Reddish Brown
Reddish Brown
Yellow
Yellow
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