Chihuahua vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

Chihuahua vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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General Details
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
15-20 Years
12-14 Years
Height
6-9 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
3-6 Pounds
24-38 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Mexico
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1850 AD
1935 AD
Temperament
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
High
Grooming Needs
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
15-20 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Pulmonic stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Shivering
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Obesity
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous
Mastocytoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Chihuahua
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gold
Gold
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
Silver and White
Silver and White
White
White
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
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