American Staffordshire Terrier vs Hovawart

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Hovawart
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
23-28 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
1210 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
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
Below Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Hovawart
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 Gold
Blonde
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