Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better English Bull Terrier or APBT?

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Name	Bull Terrier	American Pit Bull Terrier
Origins	England	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Bull Terrier, Bully, Gladiator	APBT, Pit Bull, Pitty, Pit, Pitbull
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry 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
Price Which is cheaper, Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Bull Terrier and American Pit Bull Terrier?	$1200-$1500	No data available
Availability	Very frequent	Average

Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier size comparison:	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Dense Smooth	Fine
Colors What are the original Bull Terrier and American Pit Bull Terrier color? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier color comparison:	Brown White Brindle Tricolor Black	Blue Gray White Tan Brown Red Yellow Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier shedding:	Bull Terriers shed moderately.	American Pit Bull Terriers shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Trainable Keen Sweet Tempered	Affectionate Clownish Friendly Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive Courageous Intelligent Obedient Stubborn
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier smarter? Which is best? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier intelligence:	Smart: Bull Terrier's has great intelligence.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú American Pit Bull Terrier.
Trainability Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers are easy to train.	American Pit Bull Terriers are easy to train.
Playfulness Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers are highly affectionate dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Bull Terriers need a lot of social interaction.	American Pit Bull Terriers are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers are one of the best watchdogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bull Terriers are extremely protective guard dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers are average defenders.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	High The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Bull Terriers have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	American Pit Bull Terriers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.	Wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Bull Terriers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	American Pit Bull Terriers 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Lakásbarát kutya Bull Terrier fajta.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani American Pit Bull Terrier kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bull Terriers adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	American Pit Bull Terriers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	American Pit Bull Terriers 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.
Fighting Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.

Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Bull Terriers are stranger friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	No Bull Terriers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No American Pit Bull Terriers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bull Terriers usually don’t get on well with other pets.	American Pit Bull Terriers do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Very healthy dog breed.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	Deafness Heart Murmurs Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning	Demodectic Mange Hip Dysplasia Skin Allergies
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Rare The Bull Terrier 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.
Life Expectancy Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Bull Terrier and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Bull Terrier and American Pit Bull Terrier?	10-12 years	10-14 years
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Hypoallergenic Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier energy level comparison:	Bull Terriers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	American Pit Bull Terriers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bull Terriers need quite a lot of exercise.	American Pit Bull Terriers have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bull Terriers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	American Pit Bull Terriers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Does the Bull Terrier breed eat more than the American Pit Bull Terrier breed?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 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? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to overweight.	Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Prefers warm weather	Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Medium The Bull Terrier has an average 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? What's the difference between Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bull Terrier and American Pit Bull Terrier have? Bull Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier litter size comparison:	1-9 puppies, average 5	5-8 puppies
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M J
Jun 15, 2020, 4:12:55 PM:
So the American Pit Bull has a high chance of biting somebody but is rated as kid friendly? Seems like you don't mind your kids getting bitten.