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Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chuksha or Australischer Kelpie or Stafford? Find the right dog for you

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Name Siberian Husky Australian Kelpie American Staffordshire Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier breeds.
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Australischer Kelpie
Barb
Kelpie
Australian Sheepdog
Stafford
Staffy
Amstaff
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg) 57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg) 62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Siberian Husky or Australian Kelpie or American Staffordshire Terrier? Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier height comparison:
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) 17-20 inches (43-51 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$1200 $500-$700 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or Australian Kelpie or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Robust
Eager
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier social needs comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Siberian Husky 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.
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Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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.
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Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks.
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Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or Australian Kelpie or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers cold weather
The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly
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Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most active?
Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.
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.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or Australian Kelpie or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or Australian Kelpie or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Chocolate
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which drools least?
The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy Double Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Siberian Husky or Australian Kelpie or American Staffordshire Terrier? Siberian Husky or Australian Kelpie or {name3 shedding:
Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-7 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Siberian Husky vs Australian Kelpie vs American Staffordshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Siberian Husky, Australian Kelpie, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has most recognition?
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
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
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