American Staffordshire Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintle

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Xoloitzcuintle
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
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General Details
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-80 Inches
9-30 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
5-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Average
History
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Origin Country
United States
Mexico
Origin Year
1890 AD
-1500 BC
Temperament
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Skin allergies
Cerebellar ataxia
Thyroid disorders
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Acne
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Bald
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Hairless
Coat Coloring
American Staffordshire Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
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
Grey
Grey
Red
Red
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