Breed Comparison: Pyredoodle Versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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Pyredoodle Versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

Pyredoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pyredoodle is a large-sized dog while the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Pyredoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Pyredoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pyredoodle 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Factor Pyredoodle Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Height 15 to 32 inches 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 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
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 85 to 100 pounds 24 to 38 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1390 $1890
Price Range $1250 – $1600 $1000 – $2425
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – min age 1 year
  • Hereditary Cataracts DNA Test
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • L2HGA DNA Test
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pyredoodle 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 the Pyredoodle is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 75 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyredoodle is a better pet than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. So, you should get the Pyredoodle!

    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 Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are most different:

  • Pyredoodles are good for new dog owners. However, Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Pyredoodles get along well with other dogs. However, Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
  • The Similarities Between the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    The Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Pyredoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

    Pyredoodles weigh 85 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Pyredoodles are 15 to 32 inches 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.

    Lifespan of Pyredoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    The lifespan of Pyredoodles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Pyredoodles is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is 13.0 years.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers live longer than Pyredoodles.

    Price of Pyredoodle versus Price of Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    The average price of the Pyredoodle puppy is $1390. The price of the Pyredoodle typically ranges from $1250 – $1600. However, the price of a Pyredoodle can be as low as $400 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 24 Pyredoodle 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 the 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 Pyredoodle.

    Pyredoodle Staffordshire Bull Terrier
    Average Price $1390 $1890
    Price Range $1250 to $1600 $1000 to $2425

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Pyredoodle and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Pyredoodle puppies or how many Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Pyredoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Pyredoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Staffordshire Bull Terriers

    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 Pyredoodle 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pyredoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Pyredoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pyredoodles shed more than Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

    Pyredoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Pyredoodle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Pyredoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Pyredoodle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Pyredoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Pyredoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Pyredoodles 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.

    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 Pyredoodles Bark and Howl? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

    Pyredoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pyredoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pyredoodle vs. Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Pyredoodles 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 Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pyredoodles 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.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pyredoodle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Pyredoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Pyredoodles good family dogs? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

    Pyredoodles 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 Pyredoodles and Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

    Pyredoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Pyredoodle Easier to Train than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Pyredoodles are fairly easy to train.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Pyredoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Pyredoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pyredoodle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Pyredoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyredoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Pyredoodle). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bernedoodle (81 percent match with Pyredoodle). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bernedoodle.
  • Bordoodle (79 percent match with Pyredoodle). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bordoodle.
  • 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:

  • Boxer (71 percent match with Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Pyredoodle vs Boxer.
  • Schipperke (72 percent match with Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Pyredoodle vs Schipperke.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Pyredoodle and how the Staffordshire Bull Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Pyredoodle and of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier to other breeds:

    Pyredoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Staffordshire Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier better suits you and your family.