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Name	Affenpinscher	Airedale Terrier	Akita
Origins	Germany France	England	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Affie African Terrier Monkey Dog Monkey Terrier Affen	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita weight comparison:	7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita height comparison:	9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$600-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Frequent: The Affenpinscher is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita intelligence:	Smart: The Affenpinscher dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Airedale Terrier 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.
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Trainability Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita trainability comparison.	Affenpinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Affenpinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Affenpinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Curious Playful Adventurous Funny Loving Stubborn	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Affenpinscher dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita?	High: Affenpinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita social needs comparison:	Affenpinscher dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Affenpinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Affenpinscher 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.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita playfulness comparison:	The Affenpinscher is a playful breed. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita?	Low to Average: The Affenpinscher rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Very house-friendly dog the Affenpinscher breed.	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 Airedale Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
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Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Affenpinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Affenpinscher dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Airedale 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Affenpinscher bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita 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:	Low 🔽 The Affenpinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita mouthiness comparison:	Affenpinscher dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita?	The Affenpinscher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita health problems comparison:	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Fractures Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Slipped Stifle	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Affenpinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Affenpinscher, Airedale Terrier and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Affenpinscher: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita energy level comparison:	Affenpinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Affenpinscher dogs have an average exercise need.	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Affenpinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Affenpinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita coat comparison:	Wiry	Wiry Dense Rough	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Colors What are the original Affenpinscher, Airedale Terrier and Akita color?	Black Belge Tan Red Silver	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Affenpinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita?	Medium ⏺ The Affenpinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Affenpinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Affenpinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	Affenpinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Affenpinscher dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Affenpinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita?	Affenpinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita?	Yes Affenpinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Affenpinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Affenpinschers are not recommended for elderly people.	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	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: Affenpinscher or Airedale Terrier or Akita? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.
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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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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: Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita?	Not really Affenpinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita 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?	Not really 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita 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 Affenpinscher and Airedale Terrier and Akita have?	1-3 puppies	7-9 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Affenpinscher vs Airedale Terrier vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
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.	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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