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

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Name Great Dane Blue Heeler American Pit Bull Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds.
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Australian Cattle Dog
Cattle Dog
Queensland Heeler
Red Heeler
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) 22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or Blue Heeler or American Pit Bull Terrier? Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $400-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Blue Heeler or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Blue Heeler 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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Hard working
Resourceful
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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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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Social Needs
Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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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 Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier 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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Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Blue Heeler 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Blue Heeler or American Pit Bull Terrier?
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.
Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.
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.

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
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).
Rare
The Blue Heeler 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1.5 to 2.5 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.

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. What colors are available?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Blue
Red speckled
Blue speckled
Blue Mottled
Red Mottled
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which drools 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 Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Dane or Blue Heeler or American Pit Bull Terrier? Great Dane or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is best with kids?
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well 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 Great Dane or Blue Heeler or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Blue Heeler or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Blue Heeler or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
Yes
Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Blue Heeler 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Blue Heeler 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?
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Blue Heeler 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

Not really

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

Yes

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

Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has most puppies?
10-15 puppies 1-7 puppies 5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. What's recommended?

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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Great Dane vs Blue Heeler vs American Pit Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. How are they classified internationally?
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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Great Dane, Blue Heeler, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has most recognition?
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
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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