Differences between Staffordshire and Pitbull terrier

Most people don’t realize that the American Pitbull terrier and the American Staffordshire are two different dog breeds, because at first glance the two breeds look similar. The similarity in appearance and name is that they are related; both are bulldog breeds. Both American Pitbull terrier and Staffordshire terrier can be loving and loyal pets, but their appearance and temperament are different from each other.

What are the other names of these bulldog breeds?

Because they are different breeds, the American Pitbull terrier and the American Staffordshire terrier have different nicknames.

The American Pitbull terrier is also known as the American Bull Terrier, or Bulldog for short. If you are not sure, see how to tell if a bulldog is purebred.

The American Staffordshire terrier is also known as Stafford.

To make matters more complicated, these two dog breeds are easily confused with the Staffordshire Bulldog (or “Staffy”) of the same name, which is a much smaller breed of bulldog.

Morphological differences between American Pitbull terrier and American Staffordshire

The body type and outline of the American Pitbull terrier and the American Staffordshire terrier are very similar. Both breeds have strong muscles, but in general the American Staffordshire terrier looks more muscular than the American Pitbull Terrier.

Another difference between the two breeds is that the American Staffordshire terrier has a longer muzzle than the American Pitbull Terrier, which is flatter.

Differences in body size between American Pitbull terrier and American Staffordshire

The size of the American Pitbull terrier is not much different from that of the American Staffordshire Terrier.

Male American Pitbull Terrier: 15 to 30 kg (35 to 63 lb), 45 to 48 cm (18 to 19 inches).

Male American Staffordshire Terrier: 18 to 30 kg (40 to 63 lb), 45 to 48 cm (18 to 19 inches).

Female American Pitbull Terrier: 13 to 26 kg (30 to 57 lb), 43 to 45 cm (17 to 18 inches).

Female American Staffordshire Terrier: 18 to 30 kg (40 to 63 pounds), 43 to 45 cm (17 to 18 inches).

Color differences between American Pitbull terrier and American Staffordshire

Both bulldog breeds have short, smooth, shiny coats that can be different colors, and you can refer to more specific information as follows

American Pitbull Terrier: markings combinations with all colors, spots, dots, patches and masks are allowed.

American Staffordshire Terrier: black, blue, blue fawn, bronze, fawn, liver, red, sable, brown, white. All blob combinations, spots, dots, patches and masks are allowed.

Adaptation differences between American Pitbull terrier and American Staffordshire

The American Staffordshire terrier ought to be better in the adaptive category. This breed can adapt to environmental changes because it does not require as much indoor and outdoor space and activities as the American Pitbull Terrier. When living in an apartment, Staffordshire is more acceptable.

Temperament differences between American Pitbull terrier and American Staffordshire

Both bulldog breeds are known for their intelligence and loyalty. American Pitbull is full of confidence and alertness, but it is also friendly, sociable and enthusiastic, so it is not recommended to be used as a guard dog.

Difference in life expectancy between American Pitbull terrier and American Staffordshire

The life expectancy of American Pitbull Terriers is 8 to 15 years They tend to suffer from skeletal problems such as hip dysplasia, heart disease and thyroid dysfunction.

The average life expectancy of a healthy American Staffordshire terrier is 12 years. As a breed, they tend to have the same diseases and conditions as APBT, as well as autoimmune diseases and allergies.