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Name	Xoloitzcuintli	Basenji	American Pit Bull Terrier
Origins	Mexico	Democratic Republic of the Congo	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Xolito Xolo Xoloescuincle Xoloitzcuintle Xoloitzcuintli Xoloitzquintle Mexican Hairless	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or Basenji? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight comparison:	15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier height comparison:	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Frequent: The Xoloitzcuintli is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Basenji 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.
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Trainability Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier trainability comparison.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Loyal Companionable Cheerful Calm	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Xoloitzcuintli dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	High: Xoloitzcuintli dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Xoloitzcuintli dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Xoloitzcuintli is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Xoloitzcuintlis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Low: The Xoloitzcuintli barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Xoloitzcuintli breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Xoloitzcuintlis tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Pit Bull Terriers 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: Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	Skin Irritation Dry Skin Acne	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Xoloitzcuintli should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Xoloitzcuintli, Basenji and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintli: 16 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier energy level comparison:	Xoloitzcuintli dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs have an average exercise need.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Basenji 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.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Xoloitzcuintli has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Smooth Hairless	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Xoloitzcuintli, Basenji and American Pit Bull Terrier color?	Black Gray White Brown Brindle	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Xoloitzcuintli doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or {name3 shedding:	Xoloitzcuintli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier 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: Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	1-2 weeks Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Xoloitzcuintli has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Xoloitzcuintli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basenji 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 Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji 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: Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Yes Xoloitzcuintli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji 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 Xoloitzcuintli is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji 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?	Xoloitzcuintlis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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: Xoloitzcuintli or Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier? 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.	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.	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 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: Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Not really Xoloitzcuintli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.
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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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 Xoloitzcuintli and Basenji and American Pit Bull Terrier have?	3-7 puppies	4-5 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Xoloitzcuintli vs Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc.	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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