Patterdale Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Patterdale Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
10-20 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
11-18 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1940 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Patterdale 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
55-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Pink Eye
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Patterdale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Red
Red
Tan
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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