Bull Terrier vs Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

Bull Terrier vs Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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General Details
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-13 Years
Height
18-21 Inches
17-24 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
55-77 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1862 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
65-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High to Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Luxating patella
Deafness
Lens luxation
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Pediatric cataracts
Atopic dermatitis
Blindness
Skin infections
L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Bull Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black Brindle, and White
Black Brindle, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Red
Red
White
White
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