American Pit Bull Terrier vs Carolina Dog

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Carolina Dog
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
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General Details
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
17-24 Inches
Weight
30-90 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1898 AD
1893 AD
Temperament
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
None
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
35-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
High
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Above Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Pit Bull Terrier
Carolina Dog
Breed Colors
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
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Buff
Buff
Red-ginger
Red-ginger
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