Comparison: American Staffordshire Terrier and Miniature Bull Terrier

American Staffordshire Terrier and Miniature Bull Terrier are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

American Staffordshire Terrier
Photo: State Farm, CC BY 2.0, source
Miniature Bull Terrier
Photo: Томасина, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
American Staffordshire TerrierMiniature Bull Terrier
FCI group3. Terriers3. Terriers
Country of originUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
CategoryMedium–
Height at withers43–48 cm–
Life span12–14 years–
Recognition features
  • Broader and heavier than its British relative, 43-48 cm
  • Short coat in various colours
  • Broad skull and muscular body
  • Egg-shaped, down-faced head with small, close-set erect ears
  • Short flat coat, white or coloured
  • Muscular, well-balanced dog not exceeding 35.5 cm
CoatShort smooth coat, various colours.Short, flat, even and harsh to touch with a fine gloss; white or coloured (brindle preferred; red, fawn and tricolour acceptable).
PurposeThe American line of Staffordshire bull terriers from the 19th century; later a family and show dog.A smaller version of the Bull Terrier, bred to the same standard with a height limit; today a companion.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.