Yorkshire Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
8-9 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
4-7 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1865 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Yorkshire 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
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
11 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
None
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Above Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Progressive retinal atrophy
Portosystemic shunt
Reverse sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Yorkshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Gold
Black and Gold
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Gold
Blue and Gold
Blue and Tan
Blue 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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