American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Comparison – Which dog is better Pit or Apollo of Dogs?

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Name	American Pit Bull Terrier	Great Dane
Origins	United States	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane. What other names are these breeds known by?	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Great Dane. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Great Dane. Which breed is heavier?	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Dane? Is an American Pit Bull Terrier taller than a Great Dane?	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Great Dane. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Dane?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare training requirements.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare alertness levels.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare territorial behaviors.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Great Dane. How do their temperaments differ?	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane?	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane?	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare play drive and energy.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Dane?	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 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 vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare biting tendencies.	High 🔼 The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare mouthing behaviors.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Great Dane. Which breed is healthier?	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane?	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

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

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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare drooling amounts.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Great Dane? Compare fur types.	Fine	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Dane? Do American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed more than Great Dane dogs?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare kid-friendliness.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Dane?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Great Dane? Can an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Great Dane be friends? Do American Pit Bull Terrier dogs get along with Great Dane dogs?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane?	Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

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

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an American Pit Bull Terrier or a Great Dane? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane. Which has larger litters?	5-8 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Dane. Which is more widely recognized?	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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