American Staffordshire Terrier vs Kangal Dog

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Kangal Dog
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
28-34 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
85-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Origin Country
United States
Turkey
Origin Year
1890 AD
700 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above 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
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Fatty tumors
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Kangal Dog
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
Gray
Gray
Pale Yellow
Pale Yellow
Tan
Tan
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