Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Pit Bull Terrier

Compare the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the American Pit Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and American Pit Bull Terriers.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
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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