Africanis vs American Pit Bull Terrier

Compare the Africanis to the American Pit Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Africani and American Pit Bull Terriers.

Africanis vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
55-100 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
South Africa
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-4700 BC
1898 AD
Temperament
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
None
Above Average
Personality
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-90 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Dermoid sinus
Rabies
Parvovirus
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Africanis
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Brindle
Brindle
Brown
Brown
Tan
Tan
White
White
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate and Tan
Chocolate and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Light Fawn
Light Fawn
White
White
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