German Pinscher vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

German Pinscher vs American Pit Bull Terrier
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
16-19 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
25-35 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1879 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Protective
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
German Pinscher
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Isabella
Isabella
Red
Red
Stag Red
Stag Red
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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