Shar-pei vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
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General Details
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-12 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
18-20 Inches
Weight
24-38 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Origin Country
United Kingdom
China
Origin Year
1935 AD
-200 BC
Temperament
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
45-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Energy Level
Very High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Very High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Above Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous
Mastocytoma
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Demodectic mange
Glaucoma
Fever
Seborrheic dermatitis
Pyoderma
Cutaneous mucinosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Shar-Pei
Breed Colors
Black
Blue
Brindle
Brindle and White
Fawn
Red
White
Apricot Dilute
Black
Blue
Brown
Cream
Cream Dilute
Fawn
Lilac Dilute
Red
White
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