American Pit Bull Terrier vs Kangal Dog

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Kangal Dog
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
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General Details
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
28-34 Inches
Weight
30-90 Pounds
85-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Turkey
Origin Year
1898 AD
700 AD
Temperament
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
None
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Aggression
Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Above Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Fatty tumors
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
American Pit Bull Terrier
Kangal Dog
Breed Colors
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
Gray
Gray
Pale Yellow
Pale Yellow
Tan
Tan
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