American Staffordshire Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer

Compare American Staffordshire Terriers to Standard Schnauzers. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
30-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
1842 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
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
Standard Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Hip dysplasia
Follicular dermatitis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
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
Black
Pepper-and-salt
Pepper-and-salt
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