American Pit Bull Terrier vs Mountain Cur

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Mountain Cur
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
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General Details
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-16 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
16-26 Inches
Weight
30-90 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1898 AD
1957 AD
Temperament
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
None
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
35-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Above Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
American Pit Bull Terrier
Mountain Cur
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Blue, White, and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate and Tan
Fawn
Fawn and White
Light Fawn
White
Black
Blue
Brindle
Red
Yellow
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