Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Welsh Sheepdog

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

Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Welsh Sheepdog
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
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General Details
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-24 Inches
16-19 Inches
Weight
55-77 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
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
Above Average
Personality
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Stubborn
Living Environment
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Above Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Pediatric cataracts
Atopic dermatitis
Blindness
Skin infections
L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Sheepdog
Breed Colors
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