Rottweiler vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Rottweiler vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-11 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-27 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
85-130 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
100 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Rottweiler
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
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Protective
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Low to High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Above Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Above Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
8-11 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Aortic stenosis
Panosteitis
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Rottweiler
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Mahogany
Black and Rust
Black and Tan
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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