Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Comparison – Which dog is better Alaskan Pit Bull or Illyrian Shepherd Dog?

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Name	Alaskan Pit Bull	Sarplaninac
Origins	United States	Serbia Macedonia
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Group	Designer Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	Illyrian Shepherd Dog Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Macedonian Shepherd
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Alaskan Pit Bull and a Sarplaninac. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Alaskan Pit Bull and a Sarplaninac. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac? Is an Alaskan Pit Bull taller than a Sarplaninac?	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Alaskan Pit Bull and a Sarplaninac. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac?	Average: The Alaskan Pit Bull is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare training requirements.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are easy to train. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare alertness levels.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare territorial behaviors.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Alaskan Pit Bull and a Sarplaninac. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Stubborn Dignified Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Devoted Strong Willed Aggressive	Independent Protective Intelligent Reliable Devoted Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac?	Average to High: Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Sarplaninac dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac social needs comparison:	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are a social breed. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Sarplaninac is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Alaskan Pit Bull barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Sarplaninac rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare play drive and energy.	The Alaskan Pit Bull is a playful breed. See more.	Sarplaninacs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Alaskan Pit Bull breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sarplaninac breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Alaskan Pit Bull dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Sarplaninac dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac?	Alaskan Pit Bull 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Pit Bull has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Sarplaninac has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Pit Bull bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Sarplaninac bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Pit Bull: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Sarplaninac: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Pit Bull can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Sarplaninac can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Alaskan Pit Bull and a Sarplaninac. Which breed is healthier?	The Alaskan Pit Bull is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Sarplaninacs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac?	Average The Alaskan Pit Bull should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Sarplaninac should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Drug Sensitivity

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare activity levels.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are high-energy dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Sarplaninac dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Sarplaninac dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Alaskan Pit Bull has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Sarplaninac's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Gray White Fawn Sable
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Alaskan Pit Bull doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Sarplaninac doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare drooling amounts.	The Alaskan Pit Bull is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Sarplaninac drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Pit Bull has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Sarplaninac has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Alaskan Pit Bull and a Sarplaninac? Compare fur types.	Fine Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Fluffy Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac? Do Alaskan Pit Bull dogs shed more than Sarplaninac dogs?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs shed above average. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare kid-friendliness.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Sarplaninac dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Pit Bull or Sarplaninac? Can an Alaskan Pit Bull and a Sarplaninac be friends? Do Alaskan Pit Bull dogs get along with Sarplaninac dogs?	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac?	Yes Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Sarplaninac dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alaskan Pit Bull is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Sarplaninac is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Alaskan Pit Bulls are usually recommended for elderly people.	Sarplaninacs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Alaskan Pit Bull breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sarplaninac breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Alaskan Pit Bull or a Sarplaninac? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac. Which has larger litters?	4-10 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Alaskan Pit Bull vs Sarplaninac Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Alaskan Pit Bull and Sarplaninac. Which is more widely recognized?	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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