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Jack Russell Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Short
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Short
Choose the Jack Russell Terrier if you want…
- an active companion for long walks and play
Choose the Staffordshire Bull Terrier if you want…
- a family with children
- less hair around the house
- a quieter companion
- a calmer companion
Side by side
| Trait | Jack Russell Terrier | Staffordshire Bull Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Small | Medium |
| Weight | 6–8 kg (13–18 lb) | 11–17 kg (24–37 lb) |
| Height | 25–30 cm (10–12 in) | 36–41 cm (14–16 in) |
| Life span | 13–16 years | 12–14 years |
| Origin | England | England |
| Energy | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Trainability | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good with children | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good with other pets | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Suits a flat | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Grooming needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Barking / vocal | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Quick answers
Which is bigger, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier — typically about 2.0 times the weight. Jack Russell Terrier: 6–8 kg (13–18 lb); Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 11–17 kg (24–37 lb).
Which lives longer, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
The Jack Russell Terrier, on average. Jack Russell Terrier: 13–16 years; Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 12–14 years.
Is the Jack Russell Terrier or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier better with children?
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier scores higher in our profiles (4 vs 3 out of 5). Always supervise young children with any pet.
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