American Staffordshire Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Spinone Italiano has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Attentive
Devoted
Loyal
Intelligent
Courageous
Friendly
Tenacious

Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

United States

Italy

bull terrier, mastiff

italian rough-haired dog

1800s

ancient times

Terrier (AKC:1936)

Sporting (AKC:2000)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

American Staffordshire Terriers have short coats.

Spinone Italianos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

Heart Conditions

Bloat
Ataxia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

American Staffordshire Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Spinone Italianos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Spinone Italianos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Spinone Italiano excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

American Staffordshire Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Spinone Italiano dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Spinone Italiano, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most American Staffordshire Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Spinone Italianos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Spinone Italiano requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
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 70-84 pound (32 - 38 kg) Spinone Italiano 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 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 Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $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.

American Staffordshire Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Spinone Italiano has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

American Staffordshire Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Spinone Italianos 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.

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

American Staffordshire Terriers are not cat friendly.

Spinone Italianos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

American Staffordshire Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

American Staffordshire Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Spinone Italianos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

American Staffordshire Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Spinone Italianos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.