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Name	American Staffordshire Terrier	Rottweiler	Akita
Origins	United States	Germany	Japan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Stafford Staffy Amstaff	Rott Rottie	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	Medium	Large Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita weight comparison:	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62 pounds (27.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1200-$2000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita intelligence:	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita trainability comparison.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita?	High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita social needs comparison:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita playfulness comparison:	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita?	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita mouthiness comparison:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita energy level comparison:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Colors What are the original American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler and Akita color?	Black Blue White Brown	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita?	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita?	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Staffordshire Terrier or Rottweiler or Akita? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita?	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Staffordshire Terrier and Rottweiler and Akita have?	5-10 puppies	8-12 puppies	3-12 puppies
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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