Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless

Attentive
Devoted
Loyal
Intelligent
Courageous
Friendly
Tenacious

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

United States

United States

Smooth Fox Terrier and American Rat Terrier

bull terrier, mastiff

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Black
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

A Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 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.

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.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Hip Dysplasia

Heart Conditions

Glaucoma
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

American Staffordshire Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier, it's at least 10 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 30 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 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.

The Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-18 pound (7 - 8 kg) Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier feed 1 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 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.

The average cost of a Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

American Staffordshire Terriers are not cat friendly.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

American Staffordshire Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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