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Name	Anatolian Shepherd Dog	Neapolitan Mastiff	American Pit Bull Terrier
Origins	Turkey	Italy	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Kangal Dog Kara Bas Karabash Dog Kham Kepiji Dogs Scandinavian Nygaard Dogs Coban Kopegi	Italian Bulldog Italian Mastiff Italian Molosso Mastino Napoletano Neo	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Large	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 100-150 pounds (45-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (41-59 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 125 pounds (56.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$1500-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Very frequent: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier trainability comparison.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Intelligent Confident Bold Proud Steady	Stubborn Protective Obedient Dominant Trainable Fearless	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive
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: Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Slightly Below Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Anatolian Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Neapolitan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Anatolian Shepherd Dog, Neapolitan Mastiff and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dog: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Prefers cold weather The Anatolian Shepherd Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier energy level comparison:	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Neapolitan Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Anatolian Shepherd Dog, Neapolitan Mastiff and American Pit Bull Terrier color?	Red Blue White Fawn Brindle Biscuit Liver	Black Blue Tawny Mahogany	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Neapolitan Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier 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: Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Neapolitan Mastiff 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.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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.	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: Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Not really Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Neapolitan Mastiff 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.
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.	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.
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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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 Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Neapolitan Mastiff and American Pit Bull Terrier have?	5-10 puppies	6-12 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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

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