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Name	American Staffordshire Terrier	Cane Corso	Australian Shepherd
Origins	United States	Italy	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd breeds.	Stafford Staffy Amstaff	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62 pounds (27.5 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$1500-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd? Compare temperaments.	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd?	High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Cane Corso dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most active?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which needs most food?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. What colors are available?	Black Blue White Brown	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which drools least?	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Cane Corso drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Dense	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd? American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or {name3 shedding:	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best with kids?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd?	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most military use?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Australian Shepherd. Which has most recognition?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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