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Broholmer Pit Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Broholmer Pit so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Broholmer and American Pit Bull Terrier mix

Broholmer Pit Size and Weight

Size
Is a Broholmer Pit small, medium or large dog?

How big do Broholmer Pit get?

What is the average size of a Broholmer Pit?

LargeGiant
Weight
How much does the Broholmer Pit weigh? How much should a Broholmer Pit weight? What is the normal weight of a Broholmer Pit? How much does a full-grown Broholmer Pit weight?
Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Broholmer Pit?
Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)
Height
How tall is the Broholmer Pit? Broholmer Pit height:
Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Broholmer Pit?
Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Broholmer Pit Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Broholmer Pit puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Broholmer Pit in the United States? How much money is a Broholmer Pit?

Where to buy a Broholmer Pit with a good pedigree?

$500-$700
If you choose to purchase the Broholmer Pit, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Broholmer Pit for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Broholmer Pit gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Broholmer Pit? How many Broholmer Pit are there in the world?
Average: The Broholmer Pit is a commonly available dog breed. There is less risk of overbreeding compared to the very popular dogs.

Of course, they may be more popular in some countries, and inbreeding may occur, so be careful.

Broholmer Pit Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Broholmer Pit? Is the Broholmer Pit breed dumb or smart?
Smart: The Broholmer Pit dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

The Broholmer Pit is among the smartest dogs in the intelligence ranking.

Trainability
Are Broholmer Pit dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Broholmer Pit?
Broholmer Pit dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Ability
Is Broholmer Pit good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Broholmer Pit dogs are good watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're consistent in their effort. Good vocal cords and a sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're territorial and protective about their property, so the Broholmer Pit dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Broholmer Pit dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Broholmer Pit dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Broholmer Pit Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Broholmer Pit have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
StubbornClownishProtectiveCourageousIntelligentConfidentFriendlyAffectionateObedientLoyalStrongWilledAggressiveCalm
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Broholmer Pit sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Broholmer Pit dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Broholmer Pit a good family dog?
High: Broholmer Pit dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Broholmer Pit need? Broholmer Pit social needs:
Broholmer Pit dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Broholmer Pit to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Broholmer Pit roam?
Broholmer Pit dogs have average wanderlust potential. Sometimes they like to explore the world and they might escape once or twice, but usually, they prefer staying safely at home. Safer to teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Broholmer Pit have high prey drive?
Broholmer Pit 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. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Broholmer Pit Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Broholmer Pit is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Broholmer Pit dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Broholmer Pit bark?
Average to High: The Broholmer Pit is a vocal breed. Not the best choice if you prefer a quiet breed. They often bark loudly and howl sometimes. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Broholmer Pit good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Broholmer Pit in an apartment?
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 Broholmer Pit indoors.

Broholmer Pit Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Broholmer Pit dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Broholmer Pit be left alone? How long can you leave a Broholmer Pit alone?
Broholmer Pit 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.

Broholmer Pit Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Broholmer Pit has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Broholmer Pit? How much bite force does a Broholmer Pit have? How strong is a Broholmer Pit bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Broholmer Pit bite force: The Strongest. The Broholmer Pit bite force is among the strongest in the canine world. The bite force Broholmer Pit measurements are typically quite high, which is a testament to their powerful and large stature. The bite force of Broholmer Pit dogs is impressive, and their Broholmer Pit bite PSI is reflective of their powerful nature.

The Broholmer Pit PSI bite should be respected, and appropriate precautions should be taken when interacting with these dogs. The PSI of a Broholmer Pit bite is high, making them one of the strongest breeds in terms of bite force.

They are very protective of themselves and their families, therefore a dog bite from them could be exceptionally dangerous with their PSI being above 400.

To ensure a well-behaved and controlled dog, it's important to learn how to train a Broholmer Pit puppy not to bite from an early age. It is important that they’re trained to be around others safely.

Biting Potential
Do Broholmer Pit bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Broholmer Pit? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Broholmer Pit? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Broholmer Pit has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Broholmer Pit do?
Broholmer Pit dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Broholmer Pit dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Broholmer Pit Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Broholmer Pit dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Broholmer Pit is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Broholmer Pit breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Broholmer Pit breed? Most common health risks of Broholmer Pit:
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EntropionEctropionElbow DysplasiaDemodectic MangeSkin Allergies
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Broholmer Pit breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Broholmer Pit see the vet?
Average
The Broholmer Pit should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Broholmer Pit dogs live? How old can a Broholmer Pit be? What is the age limit of the Broholmer Pit? How many years can the oldest Broholmer Pit live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Broholmer Pit?

How long is the lifespan of a Broholmer Pit?

10-14 years
The average lifespan of Broholmer Pit: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.

Broholmer Pit Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Broholmer Pit have? What is the activity level of the Broholmer Pit?
Broholmer Pit dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Broholmer Pit need? How much exercise do Broholmer Pit dogs require per day?

Do Broholmer Pit dogs need a lot of exercises?

Broholmer Pit dogs need quite a lot of exercise. Daily walks should be on schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Broholmer Pit breed need?
Broholmer Pit dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Broholmer Pit Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Broholmer Pit need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Broholmer Pit breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Broholmer Pit? How much food should I feed my Broholmer Pit?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Broholmer Pit risk for obesity:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer Pit's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Broholmer Pit weight regularly.

Broholmer Pit Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Broholmer Pit have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FineRoughSmooth
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Broholmer Pit coats?
BlackGrayTan Red Blue White BrownYellow Golden
Grooming
How to groom the Broholmer Pit and how often? How often should I take my Broholmer Pit to the groomer?
Easy to groom: The Broholmer Pit doesn't require a lot of grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections. Broholmer Pit is a good choice if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Recommended for beginners.
Shedding Level
How much do Broholmer Pit dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Broholmer Pit? Do Broholmer Pit dogs shed a lot?
Broholmer Pit dogs shed moderately. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. It mostly depends on their health status and breed type.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Broholmer Pit need a bath? How often should you give a Broholmer Pit a bath? Can I bathe my Broholmer Pit every day?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. According to a study, 56% of pet parents don’t bathe their dogs as frequently as they should, and 60% use the sniff test when deciding when it’s bath time.

Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Broholmer Pit breed hypoallergenic?
No
Broholmer Pit dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Broholmer Pit has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Broholmer Pit drool?
The Broholmer Pit is an average drooler. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Broholmer Pit Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Broholmer Pit dogs get along with other pets? Are Broholmer Pit dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Broholmer Pit dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Broholmer Pit temperament with other people:
Broholmer Pit dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Are Broholmer Pit dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Broholmer Pit temperament with children:
Broholmer Pit dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Broholmer Pit dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Broholmer Pit breed live with a cat?
Broholmer Pit dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Broholmer Pit good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Broholmer Pit dogs get along with other dogs?
Broholmer Pit dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Broholmer Pit is not a good choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Broholmer Pit breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Broholmer Pit breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Broholmer Pit dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Broholmer Pit dogs good office canines? Do Broholmer Pit dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Broholmer Pit is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Broholmer Pit dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Broholmer Pit temperament with senior people? Are Broholmer Pit dogs good for elderly owners?
Broholmer Pits are usually recommended for elderly people.

Broholmer Pit As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Broholmer Pit be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Broholmer Pit is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Broholmer Pit be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Broholmer Pit be an emotional support animal?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Broholmer Pit is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Broholmer Pit be a sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Broholmer Pit breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Broholmer Pit be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Broholmer Pit is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Broholmer Pit be a boat dog?

Not really

Broholmer Pit breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Broholmer Pit be a drafting dog?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Broholmer Pit breed is a good choice for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Broholmer Pit dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

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

Broholmer Pit Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Broholmer Pit pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Broholmer Pit breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Broholmer Pit: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Broholmer Pit have in a litter? How many puppies can the Broholmer Pit breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Broholmer Pit have? How many puppies can a Broholmer Pit give birth to?
5-8 puppies

Broholmer Pit Recognition

AKC Group
Is Broholmer Pit recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Broholmer Pit recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Broholmer Pit Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Smart: The Broholmer Pit dogs have great intelligence.
  • Trainability: Broholmer Pit dogs are easy to train.
  • Grooming: Easy to groom: The Broholmer Pit doesn't require a lot of grooming.
  • Watchdog Ability: Broholmer Pit dogs are good watchdogs.
  • Adaptability: Broholmer Pit dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Broholmer Pit dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Broholmer Pits are usually recommended for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Broholmer Pit dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog: A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Broholmer Pit dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer Pit's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Mouthiness: Broholmer Pit dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Broholmer Pit 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.
  • Cat Friendly: Broholmer Pit dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Broholmer Pit dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
  • Office Friendly: Broholmer Pit is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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