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Name	Bulldog	American Pit Bull Terrier	St. Bernard
Origins	England	United States	Switzerland Italy
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Other Names What other names do they have?	British Bulldog English Bulldog	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? Which is the smallest dog, Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Medium	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard weight comparison:	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard height comparison:	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	19 inches (47.5 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$500-$700	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The St.

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard intelligence:	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience 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 Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	St. See more.
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Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard?	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bulldog 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.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard playfulness comparison:	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	St. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard?	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The St. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.	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 St.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	St.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Bulldog 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.	St.

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.
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 Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard mouthiness comparison:	Bulldog 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.	St. See more.

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard?	Very healthy dog breed.	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: Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bulldog 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.	Rare The St.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard lifespan comparison. How long do Bulldog, American Pit Bull Terrier and St. Bernard breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	1/2 to 1.5 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.	6 to 8 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? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.
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Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Dense Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Bulldog, American Pit Bull Terrier and St. Bernard color?	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard grooming comparison:	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard 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, Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard?	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bulldog 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.	The St. See more.

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	St.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	St.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard?	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard?	No Bulldog 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.	No St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	St.

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard 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: Bulldog or American Pit Bull Terrier or St. Bernard? 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.
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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.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard?	Not really Bulldog 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 St. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard 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 Bulldog and American Pit Bull Terrier and St. Bernard have?	4-5 puppies	5-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Bulldog vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs St. Bernard Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the 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.	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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