Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Finnish Spitz Versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Introduction
- Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Overview
- Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Temperament of the Finnish Spitz Versus the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Price of Finnish Spitz versus Price of Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- The Intelligence of the Finnish Spitz versus the Intelligence of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- The Popularity of Finnish Spitz versus Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Which one drools more, the Finnish Spitz or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Spitz or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
- Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Finnish Spitz Easier to Train than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
- Does the Finnish Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
- Do Finnish Spitzs shed more than Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
- Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Spitz vs. Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Are Finnish Spitzs good family dogs? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Finnish Spitzs and Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Spitz or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
- Do Finnish Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Spitz
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Finnish Spitz Versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Finnish Spitz and for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Finnish Spitz or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Finnish Spitz is a medium-sized dog while the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Finnish Spitz belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Finnish Spitz to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Factor | Finnish Spitz | Staffordshire Bull Terrier |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 14 years |
Height | 15 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 20 to 35 pounds | 24 to 38 pounds |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
Average Price | $900 | $1890 |
Price Range | $600 – $1100 | $1000 – $2425 |
Temperament Score | 72.7 percent | 90.9 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 179 | 80 |
Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 43 | 49 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Finnish Spitz in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Finnish Spitz is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 75 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Finnish Spitz is a better pet than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. So, you should get the Finnish Spitz!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Below is a list of where the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Finnish Spitzs weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Finnish Spitzs are 15 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Staffordshire Bull Terriers weigh 24 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Staffordshire Bull Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Temperament of the Finnish Spitz Versus the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has a better temperament than the Finnish Spitz.
This is because the temperament score for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 90.9 percent while the temperament score for the Finnish Spitz is 72.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 72.7 percent, the Finnish Spitz has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 90.9 percent, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 11 Finnish Spitzs and 143 Staffordshire Bull Terriers.
Price of Finnish Spitz versus Price of Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The average price of the Finnish Spitz puppy is $900. The price of the Finnish Spitz typically ranges from $600 – $1100. However, the price of a Finnish Spitz can be as low as $500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 3 Finnish Spitz puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $2425. However, the price of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 56 Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is more expensive than the Finnish Spitz.
Finnish Spitz | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | |
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Average Price | $900 | $1890 |
Price Range | $600 to $1100 | $1000 to $2425 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Finnish Spitz and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Finnish Spitz puppies or how many Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Finnish Spitzs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Staffordshire Bull Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Finnish Spitz puppy or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
The Intelligence of the Finnish Spitz versus the Intelligence of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Finnish Spitz | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | |
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Intelligence Rank | 43 out of 130 dog breeds | 49 out of 130 dog breeds |
Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Finnish Spitz has an obedience intelligence rank of 43 out of 130 dog breeds. The Finnish Spitz belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Finnish Spitzs tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 49 out of 130 dog breeds. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Staffordshire Bull Terriers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Finnish Spitz is more intelligent than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Finnish Spitz versus Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Finnish Spitz. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 80 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Finnish Spitz is 179 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Finnish Spitz
Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Year | Finnish Spitz Popularity Rank | Staffordshire Bull Terrier Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 170 | 79 |
2014 | 174 | 79 |
2015 | 178 | 79 |
2016 | 179 | 82 |
2017 | 177 | 82 |
2018 | 184 | 80 |
2019 | 183 | 82 |
2020 | 187 | 81 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Finnish Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Which one drools more, the Finnish Spitz or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Finnish Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Spitz or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Finnish Spitzs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.
Is the Finnish Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Finnish Spitzs adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Finnish Spitz or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Finnish Spitzs are OK for new dog owners.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Finnish Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Finnish Spitz Easier to Train than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Finnish Spitzs are fairly easy to train.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not easy to train.
Does the Finnish Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Finnish Spitzs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Finnish Spitzs shed more than Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
Finnish Spitzs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed moderately.
Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Spitz vs. Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Finnish Spitzs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Finnish Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Are Finnish Spitzs good family dogs? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
Finnish Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Finnish Spitzs and Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
Finnish Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Spitz or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Finnish Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Do Finnish Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
Finnish Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Spitz
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Finnish Spitz that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Finnish Spitz:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Finnish Spitz and how the Staffordshire Bull Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Finnish Spitz and of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier to other breeds:
Finnish Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Finnish Spitz versus Bordoodle Finnish Spitz versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Finnish Spitz versus Affenhuahua Finnish Spitz versus Golden Cocker Retriever Finnish Spitz versus Bedlington Terrier Finnish Spitz versus Shih Tzu Finnish Spitz versus Bracco Italiano Finnish Spitz versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Finnish Spitz versus Labrador Retriever Finnish Spitz versus Ibizan Hound
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Afador Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Dalmatian Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Borzoi Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Japanese Chin Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus American Bulldog Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Golden Retriever
Conclusion: Finnish Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Finnish Spitz and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier better suits you and your family.