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- American Pit Bull Terrier Versus Great Pyrenees: Introduction
- American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees: Overview
- American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees
- The Similarities Between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees
- Size (Weight and Height) of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees
- Lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees
- Temperament of the Great Pyrenees Versus the American Pit Bull Terrier
- Price of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Price of Great Pyrenees
- Adopting the American Pit Bull Terrier versus Adopting the Great Pyrenees
- Tolerates Being Alone: American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees
- Do American Pit Bull Terriers shed more than Great Pyreneess?
- Which one drools more, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Great Pyrenees
- Which is Easier to Groom, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Great Pyrenees?
- Does the American Pit Bull Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Great Pyrenees?
- Do American Pit Bull Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Great Pyreneess?
- Can American Pit Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: American Pit Bull Terrier vs. Great Pyrenees
- Can American Pit Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Great Pyrenees?
- Are American Pit Bull Terriers good family dogs? What about Great Pyreneess?
- How Kid-friendly are American Pit Bull Terriers and Great Pyreneess?
- Is the American Pit Bull Terrier Easier to Train than the Great Pyrenees?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Pit Bull Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Pyrenees
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees. Which One is a Better Pet?
American Pit Bull Terrier Versus Great Pyrenees: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the American Pit Bull Terrier and for the Great Pyrenees. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Great Pyrenees.
American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees: Overview
A very important difference between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Pit Bull Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Great Pyrenees is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the American Pit Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
On the other hand, the Great Pyrenees belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees: Comparison Table
The table below compares the American Pit Bull Terrier to the Great Pyrenees based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees
| Factor | American Pit Bull Terrier | Great Pyrenees |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 85 pounds | 85 to 160 pounds |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1140 | $830 |
| Price Range | $400 – $1200 | $500 – $1000 |
| Temperament Score | 87.4 percent | 84.9 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Pit Bull Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Great Pyrenees. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the American Pit Bull Terrier is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Great Pyrenees is 63 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the American Pit Bull Terrier is a better pet than the Great Pyrenees. So, you should get the American Pit Bull Terrier!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees
Below is a list of where the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees are most different:
The Similarities Between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees
The American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees.
American Pit Bull Terriers weigh 30 to 85 pounds when fully grown. American Pit Bull Terriers are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Great Pyreneess weigh 85 to 160 pounds when fully grown. Great Pyreneess are 25 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees
The lifespan of American Pit Bull Terriers is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terriers is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Great Pyreneess is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Great Pyreneess is 11.0 years.
American Pit Bull Terriers live longer than Great Pyreneess.
Temperament of the Great Pyrenees Versus the American Pit Bull Terrier
The American Pit Bull Terrier has a better temperament than the Great Pyrenees.
This is because the temperament score for the American Pit Bull Terrier is 87.4 percent while the temperament score for the Great Pyrenees is 84.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 87.4 percent, the American Pit Bull Terrier has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 84.9 percent, the Great Pyrenees has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees by measuring the temperaments of 931 American Pit Bull Terriers and 152 Great Pyreneess.
Price of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Price of Great Pyrenees
The average price of the American Pit Bull Terrier puppy is $1140. The price of the American Pit Bull Terrier typically ranges from $400 – $1200. However, the price of a American Pit Bull Terrier can be as low as $100 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 877 American Pit Bull Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Great Pyrenees puppy is $830. The price of the Great Pyrenees typically ranges from $500 – $1000. However, the price of the Great Pyrenees can be as low as $195 and as high as $2825. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 352 Great Pyrenees puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The American Pit Bull Terrier is more expensive than the Great Pyrenees.
| American Pit Bull Terrier | Great Pyrenees | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1140 | $830 |
| Price Range | $400 to $1200 | $500 to $1000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the American Pit Bull Terrier and Great Pyrenees. For different price points, the charts show how many American Pit Bull Terrier puppies or how many Great Pyrenees puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of American Pit Bull Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Great Pyreneess?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the American Pit Bull Terrier puppy or the Great Pyrenees puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the American Pit Bull Terrier versus Adopting the Great Pyrenees
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many American Pit Bull Terriers and many Great Pyreneess are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male American Pit Bull Terrier named A233126 that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable American Pit Bull Terriers like A233126 on pefinder.com.
Also, like American Pit Bull Terriers, Great Pyreneess are also available for adoption. For example, Hank is a Male Great Pyrenees that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Great Pyreneess like Hank that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Spot is the name of another American Pit Bull Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more American Pit Bull Terriers and Great Pyreneess that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees
American Pit Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Great Pyreneess can be left alone only for a short time.
Do American Pit Bull Terriers shed more than Great Pyreneess?
American Pit Bull Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Great Pyreneess shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Great Pyrenees
American Pit Bull Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Great Pyreneess do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.
Great Pyreneess are very easy to groom.
Does the American Pit Bull Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Great Pyreneess have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do American Pit Bull Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Great Pyreneess?
American Pit Bull Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Great Pyreneess are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can American Pit Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Cold Weather?
American Pit Bull Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Great Pyreneess can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: American Pit Bull Terrier vs. Great Pyrenees
American Pit Bull Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Great Pyreneess have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can American Pit Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Hot Weather?
American Pit Bull Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Great Pyreneess can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Great Pyreneess get along very well with other dogs.
Are American Pit Bull Terriers good family dogs? What about Great Pyreneess?
American Pit Bull Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Great Pyreneess are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are American Pit Bull Terriers and Great Pyreneess?
American Pit Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Great Pyreneess get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the American Pit Bull Terrier Easier to Train than the Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terriers are very easy to train.
Great Pyreneess are not easy to train.
Is the American Pit Bull Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Great Pyreneess do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Great Pyreneess are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Pit Bull Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the American Pit Bull Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the American Pit Bull Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Pyrenees
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Great Pyrenees that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Great Pyrenees:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the American Pit Bull Terrier and how the Great Pyrenees compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Pit Bull Terrier and of the Great Pyrenees to other breeds:
American Pit Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Great Pyrenees Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: American Pit Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Great Pyrenees better suits you and your family.