Irish Wolfhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Irish Wolfhound vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-14 Years
Height
32-35 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
90-180 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-700 BC
1898 AD
Temperament
Irish Wolfhound
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
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Irish Wolfhound
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
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
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
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Irish Wolfhound
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
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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