American Staffordshire Terrier Vs Pitbull Terrier. In general, the amstaff and other pitbull dogs are friendly and affectionate. They also shed quite a lot during their lives.

The pit bull is not a breed of dog, as such, but the name of a group of dogs, american pit bull terrier, the american staffordshire terrier, american bully, staffordshire bull terrier, and some groups include the american bulldog. Below are a few quick comparisons between the two breeds. Although american staffordshire terrier and pitbulls normally have a similar lifespan, an amstaff might, on average, live a bit longer.