Tibetan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Tibetan Mastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
24-26 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
100-170 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
China
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1100 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
5-75 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
None
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Canine inherited hypertrophic neuropathy
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Tibetan Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Bown
Bown
Cream
Cream
Red Gold
Red Gold
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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