American Staffordshire Terrier vs Thai Ridgeback

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Thai Ridgeback
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-16 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Origin Country
United States
Thailand
Origin Year
1890 AD
1650 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
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
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Thai Ridgeback
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
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
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