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Name	American Pit Corso	American Pit Bull Terrier	Bullmastiff
Origins	United States Italy	United States	England
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Group	Designer Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Bullie Bully
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff?	Large Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff weight comparison:	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff? American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff height comparison:	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$500-$700	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff?	Frequent: The American Pit Corso is easier than average to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff intelligence:	Smart: The American Pit Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff trainability comparison.	American Pit Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bullmastiff 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 Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff?	American Pit Corso dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Pit Corso dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff? American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Social Strong Willed Aggressive Cheerful Quiet	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff?	Average to High: American Pit Corso dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff social needs comparison:	American Pit Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Pit Corso dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Pit Corso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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.	Bullmastiff 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 Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff playfulness comparison:	The American Pit Corso is a playful breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff?	Low to Average: The American Pit Corso rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. 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 Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff?	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Corso breed in the home.	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 Bullmastiff indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American Pit Corso dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff?	American Pit Corso dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	American 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff?	The American Pit Corso is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The American Pit Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Bullmastiff 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 Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Corso, American Pit Bull Terrier and Bullmastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Corso: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff?	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 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 Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

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

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Pit Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Good With Comparison

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

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Pit Corso or American Pit Bull Terrier or Bullmastiff? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 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 Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff?	Not really American Pit Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bullmastiff 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?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff 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 Corso and American Pit Bull Terrier and Bullmastiff have?	4-6 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-13 puppies, average 8
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American Pit Corso vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bullmastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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

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