American Staffordshire Terrier breeds

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Sporting Group 33
Hound Group 33
Working Group 32
Terrier Group 32
Toy Group 22
Non-Sporting Group 20
Herding Group 33

#	Breed	AKC group	Size	Weight	Lifespan
97	American Staffordshire TerrierA strong, stocky American terrier with a close short coat, a devoted and eager temperament, and a physical presence that calls for careful ownership.	Terrier Group	Medium	40 to 70 lb	12 to 16 years

Ranked by the American Kennel Club's 2025 registration popularity. The three breeds it recognized in January 2026 follow. Weights are typical adult ranges; sizes are this site's classes: small under 25 lb, medium 25 to 60 lb, large over 60 lb.