Appenzeller Sennenhund vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
19-22 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
48-55 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1906 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Appenzeller Sennenhund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black, Brown, and White
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Blue, White, and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate and Tan
Fawn
Fawn and White
Light Fawn
White
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