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Name	American Pit Bull Terrier	American Bulldog	Alpine Mastiff
Origins	United States	United States	Switzerland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog	Alpine Molosser
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	Medium	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or American Bulldog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff weight comparison:	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	340-350 pounds (154-160 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)	345 pounds (157 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff height comparison:	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)	35-40 inches (89-101 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	37.5 inches (95 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$500-$600	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff intelligence:	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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff trainability comparison.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social	Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff?	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Alpine Mastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff social needs comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	American Bulldog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff playfulness comparison:	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.	Alpine Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Alpine Mastiff barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep American Bulldog indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Mastiff breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Alpine Mastiff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	American Pit Bull Terrier 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.	American Bulldog 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.	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Alpine Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	High 🔼 The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Alpine Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff mouthiness comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff?	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Alpine Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Alpine Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Bull Terrier, American Bulldog and Alpine Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Alpine Mastiff: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Alpine Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff energy level comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.	Alpine Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Alpine Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	15 to 16 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Alpine Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Rough
Colors What are the original American Pit Bull Terrier, American Bulldog and Alpine Mastiff color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black White Brown Fawn	Brindle Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Alpine Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff?	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Alpine Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Bulldog 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.	The Alpine Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff?	Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alpine Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alpine Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alpine Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog or Alpine Mastiff? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff?	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alpine Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Pit Bull Terrier and American Bulldog and Alpine Mastiff have?	5-8 puppies	7-14 puppies	5-12 puppies
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs American Bulldog vs Alpine Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club	No data available

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