Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Bluetick Hound or Pit?

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Name	Bluetick Coonhound	American Pit Bull Terrier
Origins	United States	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bluetick Coonhound and American Pit Bull Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bluetick Hound	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bluetick Coonhound and an American Pit Bull Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bluetick Coonhound and an American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62.5 pounds (28 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bluetick Coonhound or American Pit Bull Terrier? Is a Bluetick Coonhound taller than an American Pit Bull Terrier?	20-27 inches (51-69 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23.5 inches (60 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bluetick Coonhound and an American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$500-$600	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Bluetick Coonhound or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Frequent: The Bluetick Coonhound is easier than average to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bluetick Coonhound and an American Pit Bull Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Friendly Gentle	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Sensitive: Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	High: Bluetick Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. 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 Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Bluetick Coonhound dogs need for social interaction is average. 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? What's the difference between Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound 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? What's the difference between Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Bluetick Coonhound is a particularly loud breed. 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Bluetick Coonhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bluetick Coonhound breed.	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

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bluetick Coonhound or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bluetick Coonhound: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 a Bluetick Coonhound and an American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	Bluetick Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Frequent The Bluetick Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Bloat Krabbe's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bluetick Coonhound or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bluetick Coonhound or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound 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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Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Bluetick Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are generally 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 Bluetick Coonhound or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Pit Bull Terrier 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 Bluetick Coonhound or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bluetick Coonhound or American Pit Bull Terrier? Can a Bluetick Coonhound and an American Pit Bull Terrier be friends? Do Bluetick Coonhound dogs get along with American Pit Bull Terrier dogs?	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Yes Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound 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?	Bluetick Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? 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: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bluetick Coonhound 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bluetick Coonhound or an American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Bluetick Coonhound and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bluetick Coonhound and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bluetick Coonhound and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bluetick Coonhound and American Pit Bull Terrier. 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.

Bluetick Coonhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bluetick Coonhound and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bluetick Coonhound and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bluetick Coonhound and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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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