Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier
Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Reliable, Fearless, Bold, Affectionate, Loyal, Intelligent, Courageous, Friendly, Playful, Gentle, Curious, Quiet, Sweet
American Staffordshire Terrier
Tenacious, Friendly, Devoted, Loyal, Attentive, Courageous, Affectionate, Curious, Brave, Dignified, Independent, Playful
📏 Physical Stats
⚡ Temperament & Traits
Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.
💰 Cost of Ownership
Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.
Over their lifetimes, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier (~13 yrs) costs approximately $7,600 less than a American Staffordshire Terrier (~14 yrs) in total.
🏥 Health Considerations
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- •Hereditary Cataracts (HC)
- •L-2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria (L2HGA)
- •Hip Dysplasia
- •Skin Allergies
- •Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous (PHPV)
American Staffordshire Terrier
Full American Staffordshire Terrier health guide →Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.
🐾 Temperament
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Reliable, Fearless, Bold, Affectionate, Loyal, Intelligent, Courageous, Friendly, Playful, Gentle, Curious, Quiet, Sweet
American Staffordshire Terrier
Tenacious, Friendly, Devoted, Loyal, Attentive, Courageous, Affectionate, Curious, Brave, Dignified, Independent, Playful