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Name	Akita	Fila Brasileiro	Border Rottie
Origins	Japan	Brazil	England Germany Scotland Wales
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie breeds.	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Brazilian Molosser Cao de Fila Brazilian Mastiff	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	90-110 pounds (41-50 kg)	Male: 40-90 pounds (18-40 kg), Female: 35-85 pounds (16-38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	100 pounds (45.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akita or Fila Brasileiro or Border Rottie? Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1200	$1000-$1300	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Akita or Fila Brasileiro or Border Rottie?	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Border Rottie is quite easy to get.

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Outstanding: Border Rottie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which is easiest to train?	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Rottie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which breed is most alert?	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Rottie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which breed is most protective?	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Rottie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie? Compare temperaments.	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Courageous Docile Obedient Loyal Determined Brave	Independent Energetic Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious Fearless Good-natured
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.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Rottie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie?	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Fila Brasileiro dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Border Rottie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie social needs comparison:	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Rottie 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.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Border Rottie 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.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Border Rottie 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 Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which breed is most vocal?	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Fila Brasileiro rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Rottie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Fila Brasileiros, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Rottie is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Fila Brasileiro 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 Border Rottie indoors.
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Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which breed is most flexible?	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Fila Brasileiro dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Border Rottie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Fila Brasileiro or Border Rottie?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Border Rottie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Fila Brasileiro has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Rottie has a low chance of biting somebody. High 🔼 The Border Rottie has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Rottie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Fila Brasileiro bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Rottie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiro: 10 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Rottie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Akita 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which has fewer health issues?	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Fila Brasileiros tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Border Rottie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 Fila Brasileiro should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Border Rottie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Fila Brasileiro breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Rottie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. What colors are available?	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Red Yellow Brindle	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Rust Lilac Gold Seal Mahogany 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
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Fila Brasileiro doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Border Rottie doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which drools 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 Fila Brasileiro drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Border Rottie is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Fila Brasileiro has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Rottie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Dense Smooth	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Akita or Fila Brasileiro or Border Rottie? Akita or Fila Brasileiro or {name3 shedding:	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Rottie dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which is best with kids?	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Border Rottie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Fila Brasileiro dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Border Rottie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Fila Brasileiro or Border Rottie? Which dog is more friendly?	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Border Rottie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Fila Brasileiro or Border Rottie?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Border Rottie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Fila Brasileiro or Border Rottie?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not dog-friendly.	Border Rottie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie?	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Fila Brasileiro dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Rottie 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 Fila Brasileiro is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Rottie 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.	Fila Brasileiros are not the best breed for elderly people.	Border Rotties are usually recommended for elderly people.

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Fila Brasileiro breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Rottie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which has most military use?	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 Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which has most puppies?	3-12 puppies	4-10 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. What's recommended?	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.

Akita vs Fila Brasileiro vs Border Rottie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Akita, Fila Brasileiro, and Border Rottie. Which has most recognition?	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	No data available

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