Lhasa Apso vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Lhasa Apso vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
9-11 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
12-15 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
China
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-800 BC
1898 AD
Temperament
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
25-85 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Low
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Sebaceous adenitis
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Dry eye
Cherry eye
Familial renal disease
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Lhasa Apso
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Cream
Cream
Golden
Golden
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
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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