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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: Staff or Bingley Terrier or Old English Mastiff? Find the right dog for you

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Name Staffordshire Bull Terrier Airedale Terrier Mastiff
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Old English Mastiff
English Mastiff
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
Medium Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff weight comparison:
Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$2000 $600-$800 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff?
High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff social needs comparison:
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff playfulness comparison:
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff?
Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.
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 Airedale Terrier indoors.
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 Mastiff indoors.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
Staffordshire Bull 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.
Airedale 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff mouthiness comparison:
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff?
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Seizures
Cystinuria
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Airedale Terrier and Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff energy level comparison:
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff coat comparison:
Smooth Wiry
Dense
Rough
Dense
Colors
What are the original Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Airedale Terrier and Mastiff color?
Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff?

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff?
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff?
Yes
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Mastiff? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff?

Not really

Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Airedale Terrier and Mastiff have?
5-7 puppies 7-9 puppies 3-5 puppies

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
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

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