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Name	Akita	Border Akita Collie	Icelandic Sheepdog
Origins	Japan	England Japan Scotland Wales	Iceland
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Group	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	No data available	Canis Islandicus Friaar Dog Iceland Dog Islandsk Farehond Islenskur Fjarhundur Icelandic Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Akita or Border Akita Collie or Border Akita Collie? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight comparison:	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 40-90 pounds (18-40 kg), Female: 35-85 pounds (16-38 kg)	20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	12-16 inches (31-41 cm)
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 (36 cm)

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$800-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Akita Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Border Akita Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Akita Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Akita Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic 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. See more.	Border Akita Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Dignified Independent Energetic Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Loyal Tenacious Faithful Vigilant Willing	Agile Energetic Alert Inquisitive Cheerful
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.	Sensitive: Border Akita Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Akita Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Akita Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Border Akita Collie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Border Akita Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog 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

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Akita Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Akita Collie rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. 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 Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Border Akita Collie breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic 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.	Border Akita Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Icelandic 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 Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Border Akita Collie 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.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Akita Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Icelandic Sheepdogs 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 Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems
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 Border Akita Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Akita, Border Akita Collie and Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Border Akita Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Akita Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog energy level comparison:	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Akita Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Akita Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Border Akita Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Akita Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Fluffy Dense Feathered Waterproof Straight Short Moderately Long	Dense Soft Wavy Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Akita, Border Akita Collie and Icelandic Sheepdog color?	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Tan Red White Brown Fawn Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn Chocolate Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Akita Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Akita or Border Akita Collie or {name3 shedding:	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Border Akita Collie dogs shed above average. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	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 Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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 Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Akita Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Icelandic 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. See more.	The Border Akita Collie is an average drooler. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Akita Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Akita Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Akita Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Akita Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Border Akita Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Akita Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Icelandic 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 Border Akita Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Icelandic Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Akita Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Icelandic Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic 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. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Border Akita Collie or Icelandic Sheepdog? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.	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 Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Akita Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Icelandic Sheepdog 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.	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 Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic 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. 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 Border Akita Collie and Icelandic Sheepdog have?	3-12 puppies	3-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Akita vs Border Akita Collie vs Icelandic Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders 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. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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