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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pit or Rott or Cu Faoil? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Pit Bull Terrier Rottweiler Irish Wolfhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Rott
Rottie
Cu Faoil
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
Medium Large
Giant
Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:
22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) 90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) 120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:
14-24 inches (35-60 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) 28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) 31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $1200-$2000 $1800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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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Trainability
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? 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.
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Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Generous
Thoughtful
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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Irish Wolfhound 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 Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound?
High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
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 Rottweiler indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound 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.
Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Irish Wolfhound 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 Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
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.
Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
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.

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound mouthiness comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound?
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy
Liver Shunt
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 Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Bull Terrier, Rottweiler and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound energy level comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:
Fine Dense Wiry
Rough
Colors
What are the original American Pit Bull Terrier, Rottweiler and Irish Wolfhound color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:
Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound?

Medium

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

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Wolfhound has an average 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.
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The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound 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.
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound?
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Wolfhound 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
Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Wolfhound 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.
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Rottweiler or Irish Wolfhound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound?

Not really

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

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

Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can American Pit Bull Terrier and Rottweiler and Irish Wolfhound have?
5-8 puppies 8-12 puppies 3-4 puppies

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rottweiler vs Irish Wolfhound 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 1931 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds 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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler 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
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

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