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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pit or Gentle Giant or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Pit Bull Terrier Leonberger Great Pyrenees
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees breeds.
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Gentle Giant
Gentle Lion
Leonbergi
Leo
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Giant Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees? Compare adult weight ranges.
22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:
14-24 inches (35-60 cm) Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$700 $1500-$2000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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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 American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which is easiest to train?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most alert?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most protective?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees? Compare temperaments.
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Loving
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Companionable
Adaptable
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees?
High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most playful?
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Leonberger is a playful breed.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees?
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.
Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Great Pyrenees 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 Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

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

Low 🔽

The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. 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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Prefers cold weather
The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which has fewer health issues?
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Bloat
Entropion
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most active?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Medium

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

Medium

The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Waterproof Dense
Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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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 American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees? American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or {name3 shedding:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best with kids?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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.
Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Leonberger or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees?
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Great Pyrenees 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
Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Pyrenees 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.
Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

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

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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. 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 American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

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 American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. 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.

Not really

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most puppies?
5-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. 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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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Pit Bull Terrier, Leonberger, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most recognition?
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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