Irish Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Irish Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Maybe
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
21-27 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Ireland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1875 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
None to Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Wire
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Irish Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Red
Red
Red Wheaten
Red Wheaten
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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