FCI · Group 3

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Airedale Terrier

Side-by-side comparison of American Staffordshire Terrier (FCI #286) and Airedale Terrier (FCI #7) in Group 3 (Terriers).

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Airedale Terrier — Key Facts
Comparison PairAmerican Staffordshire Terrier vs Airedale Terrier
Shared ClassificationGroup 3: Terriers
American Staffordshire Terrier StandardFCI #286 (definitive)
Airedale Terrier StandardFCI #7 (definitive)
Attribute American Staffordshire Terrier Airedale Terrier
RegistryFCIFCI
Standard / EMS Code#286#7
Group / CategoryGroup 3: TerriersGroup 3: Terriers
Recognition Statusdefinitivedefinitive
Standard Date1996-09-032021-07-27
Care & Working ProfileEnergetic, determined earthdog and working terrier breeds requiring consistent early socialization and regular coat maintenance.Energetic, determined earthdog and working terrier breeds requiring consistent early socialization and regular coat maintenance.