Dachshund vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Dachshund vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-14 Years
Height
5-11 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
11-32 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1400 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
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
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dachshund
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
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Canine diabetes mellitus
Deafness
Narcolepsy
Baldness
Intervertebral disc disease
Acanthosis nigricans
Lymphocytic thyroiditis
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Dachshund
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Cream
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Cream
Blue and Cream
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Tan
Chocolate and Tan
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Tan
Fawn and Tan
Red
Red
Wheaten
Wheaten
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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