Belgian Sheepdog has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Confident
Hard
Working
Stubborn
Intelligent
Alert
Friendly
Protective
Watchful

Affectionate
Courageous
Intelligent
Bold
Fearless
Reliable

Belgian Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Choose a Belgian Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Belgium

England

Shepherd Dog

Terrier, Mastiff

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Herding (AKC:1912 & UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1974)(UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Sable

Black
Red
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Brindle

Belgian Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers have short coats.

Belgian Sheepdogs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Elbow Dysplasia
Bone And Joint Problems
Cataracts
Bladder Stones

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

Eye
Elbow
Hips
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Belgian Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Belgian Sheepdogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Belgian Sheepdogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Belgian Sheepdog minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

Belgian Sheepdog dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Playing Ball, Walk, Run, Keep away, Hike, Swim, Frizbee, Canoeing, Chase, Long walks, Hiking, Eating Snacks

Frisbee, Tug-of-war, Nap, Nose work, Tracking, Eating Snacks, Dog Parks, Walk, Play, Walking, Hide & Seek, Running, Sniff, Run, Meeting friends, Playing fetch, Chewing, Snuggling, Walks, Fighting, Fetch, Lounging, Cuddles

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Sheepdog, it's at least 9 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Belgian Sheepdogs 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 Staffordshire Bull Terriers usually need at least 90 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 Belgian Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Belgian Sheepdog 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 28-38 pound (13 - 17 kg) Staffordshire Bull Terrier feed 2 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 Belgian Sheepdog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Belgian Sheepdog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier is between $74 - $84. This makes an average of $888 - $1008 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.

Belgian Sheepdog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Belgian Sheepdogs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Belgian Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Belgian Sheepdogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Belgian Sheepdogs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Belgian Sheepdogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.