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Name	Rottweiler	Great Dane	American Pit Bull Terrier
Origins	Germany	Germany	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Large Giant	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Great Dane or Great Dane? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$800-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Great Dane dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Great Dane and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Great Dane and American Pit Bull Terrier color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Rottweiler or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rottweiler and Great Dane and American Pit Bull Terrier have?	8-12 puppies	10-15 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club

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