American Staffordshire Terrier vs Whippet

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Whippet
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
20-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1890 AD
1610 AD
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
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
Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
None
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
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
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Addison's disease
Von willebrand's disease
Heart murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Deafness
Drug sensitivity
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Arthritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Whippet
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
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue
Blue Brindle
Blue Brindle
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
Seal
Seal
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Blue Brindle
White and Blue Brindle
White and Blue Fawn
White and Blue Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Fawn Brindle
White and Fawn Brindle
White and Red
White and Red
White and Red Brindle
White and Red Brindle
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