Size
- Height
- 35.6–40.6 cm
- Weight
- 10.9–15.4 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 72 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
12.0–14.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
4/5
Trainability
5/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
5/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
4/5
Compared against German Shepherd Dog
Care needs
Shedding
2/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
3/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Staffordshire Bull Terrier get?
Adult Staffordshire Bull Terriers typically stand 35.6–40.6 cm at the shoulder and weigh 12.7–17.2 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers usually live 12.0–14.0 years.
Is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier good with children?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Staffordshire Bull Terrier need?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are roughly a 4/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 72 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier KC recognised?
Yes — the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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