American Staffordshire Terrier vs Shar-pei

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Shar-Pei
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-12 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
18-20 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Below Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Origin Country
United States
China
Origin Year
1890 AD
-200 BC
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-75 °F
Barks/Howls
None
None
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Energy Level
Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
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
Average
Hunting
Below Average
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
Shar-Pei
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Demodectic mange
Glaucoma
Fever
Seborrheic dermatitis
Pyoderma
Cutaneous mucinosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Shar-Pei
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
Apricot Dilute
Apricot Dilute
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Cream
Cream
Cream Dilute
Cream Dilute
Fawn
Fawn
Lilac Dilute
Lilac Dilute
Red
Red
White
White
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