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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or Pit or American Brittany? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Dane American Pit Bull Terrier Brittany
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
Giant Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany weight comparison:
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) 22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) 14-24 inches (35-60 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $500-$700 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany intelligence:
Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany trainability comparison.
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Great Dane 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.
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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.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany playfulness comparison:
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane 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 Brittany indoors.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany mouthiness comparison:
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Dane 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.
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany energy level comparison:
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
Great Dane 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.
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
8 to 10 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany coat comparison:
Dense Fine Feathered
Colors
What are the original Great Dane, American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany color?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?
Yes
Great Dane 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
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Brittany? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany?

Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Great Dane and American Pit Bull Terrier and Brittany have?
10-15 puppies 5-8 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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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