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Compare Doberman Pinscher and Akita. Which is better: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog?
Name | Doberman Pinscher | Akita | Bulldog |
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Origins | Germany | Japan | England |
Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 16 | 47 | 5 |
Reviews | 16 | 9 | 5 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie |
American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog |
British Bulldog English Bulldog |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Medium | Large | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Akita? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog weight comparison: | Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) | Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg) | Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) | Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg) | Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog height comparison: | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) | 12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) | 14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1000 | $800-$1200 | $1200-$2000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog intelligence: | Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. |
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Trainability
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog trainability comparison. | Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. | Akita dogs are easy to train. | A slightly harder to train than average. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison: |
Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless |
Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing |
Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog? | High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog social needs comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. | Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. | Bulldog dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. | Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog playfulness comparison: | Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Bulldogs don't really like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog? | Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. | Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. | Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Doberman Pinscher 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. | Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Bulldog 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog mouthiness comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs. | The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Very healthy dog breed. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy | Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Life Expectancy
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Akita and Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years |
8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog?
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog energy level comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | 5 to 6 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. | 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog coat comparison: | Fine |
Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight | Fine |
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Colors
What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Akita and Bulldog color? |
Black Tan Red Blue White Brown |
Black Red White Brown Fawn |
Gray Red White Fawn Brindle |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Doberman Pinscher or Akita or {name3 shedding: | Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. | Akita dogs are heavy shedders. | Bulldog dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog? | Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | 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. | The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. | Akita dogs are generally with other pets. | Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog? |
Yes Doberman Pinscher 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. |
No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people. | Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Doberman Pinscher or Akita or Bulldog? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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: Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog? | Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Doberman Pinscher and Akita and Bulldog have? | 6-10 puppies | 3-12 puppies | 4-5 puppies |
Doberman Pinscher vs Akita vs Bulldog Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed. |
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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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry |
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 |
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 |
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