American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rat Terrier

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rat Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-18 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
10-18 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
10-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1890 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
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
Above Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
27 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-18 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart problems
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rat Terrier
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 and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
White
White
White and Apricot
White and Apricot
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Lemon
White and Lemon
White and Red
White and Red
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
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