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Name	Akita	Alaskan Malamute	Shiloh Shepherd
Origins	Japan	United States	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Mally Mal	Shiloh Shiloh Shepherd dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Alaskan Malamute? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 115 pounds (52 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.	Average: The Shiloh Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd trainability comparison.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd?	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Loving Outgoing Loyal Gentle Trainable Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Akita 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd?	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Shiloh Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd social needs comparison:	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd 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

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Shiloh Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Alaskan Malamute 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.	Shiloh Shepherd 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.

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Shiloh Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.
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:	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiloh Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd?	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Shiloh Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Shiloh Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Akita, Alaskan Malamute and Shiloh Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shiloh Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd?	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd?	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 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? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shiloh Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Smooth Double
Colors What are the original Akita, Alaskan Malamute and Shiloh Shepherd color?	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Gray Red White	Black White Silver Golden Grey Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd? Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiloh Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd? Akita or Alaskan Malamute or {name3 shedding:	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd 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: Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiloh Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shiloh Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd 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: Akita or Alaskan Malamute or Shiloh Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd?	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiloh Shepherd 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	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.

Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd 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 Akita and Alaskan Malamute and Shiloh Shepherd have?	3-12 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-12 puppies
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Akita vs Alaskan Malamute vs Shiloh Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs 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. 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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