Patterdale Terrier vs Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

Patterdale Terrier vs Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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General Details
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-13 Years
Height
10-20 Inches
17-24 Inches
Weight
11-18 Pounds
55-77 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1940 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Patterdale 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
55-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Pink Eye
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Pediatric cataracts
Atopic dermatitis
Blindness
Skin infections
L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Patterdale Terrier
Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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