Wire Fox Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
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American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
14-15 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
15-19 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1876 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Wire 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
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
None to Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Wire Fox Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, 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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