English Toy Terrier
English Toy Terrier
VS
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breeds
English Toy Terrier
Comparisons
Staffordshire Bull Terrier

English Toy Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Compare English Toy Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
English Toy Terrier
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
36 – 41 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
11 – 17 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
4/5
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Characteristics

English Toy Terrier
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Protective
Easy to train
Medium

Summary

About English Toy Terrier
Small, elegant black-and-tan toy terrier with a fine but athletic build and low‑maintenance short coat. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Lively, intelligent and sensitive, needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and protection from temperature extremes.
About Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a compact, muscular English terrier with a strong build and short, easy-care coat. Known for deep affection for people, especially children, it is lively, sensitive, needs daily exercise, positive training, sturdy chew toys, and close family companionship.

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