American Pit Bull Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the American Pit Bull Terrier to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Pit Bull Terriers and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
30-90 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1898 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
None
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium to High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Above Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
American Pit Bull Terrier
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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