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Name	Dalmatian	American Pit Bull Terrier	Alaskan Husky
Origins	Croatia	United States	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky weight comparison:	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky height comparison:	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$500-$700	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky intelligence:	Smart: The Dalmatian 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.	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 Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky trainability comparison.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive
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: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky?	High: Dalmatian 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.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Dalmatian 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.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky playfulness comparison:	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky?	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Dalmatian 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.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky?	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Alaskan Huskys 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: Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Dalmatian 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.	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Dalmatian, American Pit Bull Terrier and Alaskan Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky?	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 cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Dalmatian, American Pit Bull Terrier and Alaskan Husky color?	Black White Brown Liver	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Gray White Blonde Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Husky 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: Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	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 Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky 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, Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky?	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky?	Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky?	Yes Dalmatian 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.	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky 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: Dalmatian or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Husky? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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: Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky?	Not really Dalmatian 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 Alaskan Husky 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?	Not really 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky 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 Dalmatian and American Pit Bull Terrier and Alaskan Husky have?	6-9 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Dalmatian vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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