Toy Fox Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Toy Fox Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
8½-11½ Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
3½-7 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1930 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Toy Fox 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
Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Von willebrand's disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Demodectic mange
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Toy Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
White and Black
White and Black
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
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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