ConfidentGood-naturedSmart
Terrier Group — Origin: United States
American Staffordshire Terrier
A medium-sized terrier-group dog known for being confident and good-natured.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 18–32 kg
- Lifespan
- 12–16 yrs
Strength
6
Stamina
5
Trainability
8
Friendliness
7
At a mid-life age of 14 years, this breed is roughly
78 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Balanced dry kibble with lean protein
- Two meals a day portioned to activity level
- Fish oil supplement for coat health
What it does
- Daily walks and yard play
- Fetch in short bursts
- Casual obedience games
Habitat
Does best with a yard or frequent walks; comfortable in suburban homes with space to move.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a smart streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.
Moderate exertion~80 min/day
Field note
Hailing from United States, the American Staffordshire Terrier has been recognized as part of the Terrier group for generations of purposeful breeding.