Basset Hound vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Basset Hound vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
France
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1585 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-75 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Low
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
10 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Above Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Allergies
Cherry eye
Glaucoma
Panosteitis
Thrombopathia
Ectropion
Obesity
Intervertebral disc disease
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Basset Hound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Back, Tan, and White
Back, Tan, and White
Black and Brown
Black and Brown
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Brown, and White
Black, Brown, and White
Black, Red, and White
Black, Red, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue and White
Blue and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Brown, Black, and White
Brown, Black, and White
Lemon and White
Lemon and White
Mahogany and White
Mahogany and White
Red and White
Red and White
Tan and White
Tan and 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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