Basenji vs Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Compare the Basenji to the Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Basenjis and Irish Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

Basenji vs Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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General Details
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-13 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
17-24 Inches
Weight
20-24 Pounds
55-77 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Congo
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-2 BC
1800 AD
Temperament
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
26 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Persistent pupillary membrane
Fanconi syndrome
Immunoproliferative Systemic Intestinal Disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Pediatric cataracts
Atopic dermatitis
Blindness
Skin infections
L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Basenji
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Cream and White
Cream and White
Red and White
Red and White
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