American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer

Compare the American Staffordshire Terrier to the German Shorthaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Staffordshire Terriers and German Shorthaired Pointers.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
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
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
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
Black
Black and White
Black Roan
Liver
Liver and White
Liver Roan
White
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