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Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Akita or Laekenois or Chien De Berger Belge? Find the right dog for you

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Name Akita Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Belgian Sheepdog
OriginsJapan flagJapan Belgium flagBelgium Belgium flagBelgium
Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Akita
Japanese Akita
Great Japanese Dog
Laekenois Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog weight comparison:
Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog 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: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $1200-$1400 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.
Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Akita dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are very easy to train.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? 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.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
Active
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Lively
Watchful
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog?
High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Akita dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is strong enough to escape from home.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois 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.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a playful breed.
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The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog?
Low: The Akita barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois rarely barks.
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A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.

Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois 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.
Belgian Sheepdog 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akita bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Shepherd Laekenois bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog?
The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Sebaceous Adenitis
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
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.
Frequent
The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Akita, Belgian Shepherd Laekenois and Belgian Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Shepherd Laekenois: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog?
Prefers cold weather
The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog coat comparison:
Fluffy
Dense
Waterproof
Straight
Wiry
Rough
Soft
Thick
Colors
What are the original Akita, Belgian Shepherd Laekenois and Belgian Sheepdog color?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or {name3 shedding:
Akita dogs are heavy shedders.
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog?

Medium

The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog 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.
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The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog?
Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog?
Yes
Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Sheepdog 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
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Akita or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog?

Not really

Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Akita and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois and Belgian Sheepdog have?
3-12 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-10 puppies

Akita vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois vs Belgian Sheepdog 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 as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.
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. Not recognized by FCI. 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
No data available 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

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