American Staffordshire Terrier vs French Brittany

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs French Brittany
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
17-21 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Origin Country
United States
France
Origin Year
1890 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
None
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Familial renal disease
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Curly
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
French Brittany
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
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