Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
7-10 Years
12-14 Years
Height
28-38 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
100-200 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-1400 BC
1898 AD
Temperament
Great Dane
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
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-85 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium to High
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
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
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
7-10 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patent ductus arteriosus
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Persistent right aortic arch
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Great Dane
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black and White
Blue
Blue and White
Blue Brindle
Brindle
Chocolate
Chocolate Brindle
Fawn
Harlequin
Mantle
Mantle Merle
Merle
Silver
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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