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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pit or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Coban Kopegi? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Pit Bull Terrier Great Pyrenees Akbash Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog breeds.
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Coban Kopegi
Akbash dog
Turkish Shepherd
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog height comparison:
14-24 inches (35-60 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$700 $500-$600 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Akbash Dog is easier than average to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is easiest to train?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Akbash Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most alert?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Akbash Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most protective?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Akbash Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog? Compare temperaments.
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Akbash Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog?
High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Akbash Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog social needs comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Akbash Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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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.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Akbash Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Akbash Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Akbash Dog barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most playful?
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Akbash Dogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Akbash Dog breed.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Akbash Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
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.
Great Pyrenees 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.
Akbash Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Akbash Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akbash Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akbash Dog bite force: Ordinary.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Akbash Dog: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Akbash Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Akbash Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
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.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Akbash Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Epilepsy
Heart Problems

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most active?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Akbash Dog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Akbash Dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Akbash Dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Akbash Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
White White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Akbash Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which drools least?
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Akbash Dog is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Akbash Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Dense
Double
Thick
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog? American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Akbash Dog dogs shed moderately.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best with kids?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Akbash Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Akbash Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Akbash Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog?
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Akbash Dog 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
Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Akbash Dog 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.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.
Akbash Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Akbash Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has most puppies?
5-8 puppies 6-9 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Pit Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has most recognition?
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
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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