American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Comparison – Which dog is better Pit or American Brittany?

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Name	American Pit Bull Terrier	Brittany
Origins	United States	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany. What other names are these breeds known by?	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Brittany. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Brittany. Which breed is heavier?	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Is an American Pit Bull Terrier taller than a Brittany?	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Brittany. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? 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.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare training requirements.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare alertness levels.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare territorial behaviors.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Brittany. How do their temperaments differ?	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany social needs comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany? 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.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare play drive and energy.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare living space needs.	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 Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?	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.	Brittany 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 Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Brittany. Which breed is healthier?	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare drooling amounts.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Brittany? Compare fur types.	Fine	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Do American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed more than Brittany dogs?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare kid-friendliness.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility 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.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Can an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Brittany be friends? Do American Pit Bull Terrier dogs get along with Brittany dogs?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?	Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany 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 Brittany 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.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? 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 American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? 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 American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? 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 American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? 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 American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Brittany? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany. Which has stronger military background?	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 Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany. Which has larger litters?	5-8 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany. 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.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany. Which is more widely recognized?	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 American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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