Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Comparison – Which dog is better American Akita or Kangal Dog?

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Name	Akita	Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Origins	Japan	Turkey
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog. What other names are these breeds known by?	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Kangal Dog Kara Bas Karabash Dog Kham Kepiji Dogs Scandinavian Nygaard Dogs Coban Kopegi
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Akita and an Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Akita and an Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 100-150 pounds (45-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (41-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 125 pounds (56.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Is an Akita taller than an Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 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: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Akita and an Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1200	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is quite easy to get.

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare training requirements.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare alertness levels.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Akita and an Anatolian Shepherd Dog. How do their temperaments differ?	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Independent Intelligent Confident Bold Proud Steady
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog social needs comparison:	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare adaptability levels.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Anatolian Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Anatolian Shepherd Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Akita and an Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which breed is healthier?	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Anatolian Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	No data available

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare activity levels.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare breed colors.	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Red Blue White Fawn Brindle Biscuit Liver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare drooling amounts.	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 Anatolian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Akita and an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare fur types.	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Do Akita dogs shed more than Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs?	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare kid-friendliness.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Can an Akita and an Anatolian Shepherd Dog be friends? Do Akita dogs get along with Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog?	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Anatolian Shepherd Dog 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.	Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Akita or an Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which has stronger military background?	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 Anatolian Shepherd Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which has larger litters?	3-12 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Akita vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Akita and Anatolian Shepherd Dog. Which is more widely recognized?	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	No data available

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