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Name	American Pit Bull Terrier	Poodle	Chihuahua
Origins	United States	Germany France	Mexico
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Poodle? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua height comparison:	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	7.5 inches (19 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$1000-$1500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua 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 Poodle or Chihuahua?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? 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.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
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.	Sensitive: Chihuahua 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 Poodle vs Chihuahua?	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chihuahua 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 Poodle vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chihuahua 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.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Chihuahua 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.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Chihuahua 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. 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 Poodle or Chihuahua?	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua 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.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua?	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.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chihuahua 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 Poodle vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak.
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.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua?	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
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.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Chihuahua 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 Poodle vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Bull Terrier, Poodle and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chihuahua 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 Poodle vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
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 Poodle vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Fine	Curly	Fine
Colors What are the original American Pit Bull Terrier, Poodle and Chihuahua color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Poodle or Chihuahua?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Poodle vs Chihuahua?	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua 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.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Poodle or Chihuahua?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Poodle or Chihuahua?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua 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 Poodle vs Chihuahua?	Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chihuahua 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 Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua 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.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Poodle or Chihuahua? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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 Poodle vs Chihuahua?	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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 Poodle vs Chihuahua 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 Poodle and Chihuahua have?	5-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Poodle vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
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 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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