Attentive
Devoted
Loyal
Intelligent
Courageous
Friendly
Tenacious

Active
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

American Staffordshire Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Pooda Houlas are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

bull terrier, mastiff

Catahoula, Poodle

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Blue
Silver
White

American Staffordshire Terriers have short coats.

Pooda Houlas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Curly

An American Staffordshire Terrier can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pooda Houla can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

American Staffordshire Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Pooda Houlas are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Heart Conditions

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Complete Physical Examination

American Staffordshire Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Pooda Houlas sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

American Staffordshire Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Pooda Houlas are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American Staffordshire Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pooda Houla, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The American Staffordshire Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Pooda Houla requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

American Staffordshire Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Pooda Houla should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-50 pound (18 - 23 kg) American Staffordshire Terrier feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Pooda Houla feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an American Staffordshire Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Pooda Houla is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an American Staffordshire Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pooda Houla is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

American Staffordshire Terriers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Pooda Houlas are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

American Staffordshire Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pooda Houlas make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

American Staffordshire Terriers are not cat friendly.

Pooda Houlas are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

American Staffordshire Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Pooda Houlas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

American Staffordshire Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Pooda Houlas are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.