Leonberger vs Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

Leonberger vs Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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General Details
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-10 Years
10-13 Years
Height
25½-31½ Inches
17-24 Inches
Weight
100-170 Pounds
55-77 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1849 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Leonberger
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
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Ectropion
Hereditary neuropathy
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Pediatric cataracts
Atopic dermatitis
Blindness
Skin infections
L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Leonberger
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Lion Yellow
Lion Yellow
Reddish Brown
Reddish Brown
Sandy
Sandy
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