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Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Akita or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Caucasian Mountain Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Akita Great Pyrenees Caucasian Ovcharka
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka breeds.
American Akita
Japanese Akita
Great Japanese Dog
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Mountain Dog
Caucasian Sheepdog
Kaukasische Schaferhund
Kawkasky Owtscharka
Caucasian Ovcharka
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is the largest?
Large Giant Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 99-154 pounds (45-70 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 126.5 pounds (57.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) 26.5 inches (68 cm)

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $500-$600 $1500-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees 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.

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is easiest to train?
Akita dogs are easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most alert?
Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most protective?
Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare temperaments.
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Alert
Powerful
Dominant
Quick
Calm
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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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka social needs comparison:
Akita dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Caucasian Ovcharka 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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Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Akita barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Caucasian Ovcharka is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
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 Caucasian Ovcharka indoors.

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most flexible?
Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Great Pyrenees 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Caucasian Ovcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which uses mouth most during play?
Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akita bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Caucasian Ovcharka bite force: The Strongest.

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Caucasian Ovcharka: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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.
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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Caucasian Ovcharka can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Caucasian Ovcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Sebaceous Adenitis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Joint Dysplasia

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most active?
Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Caucasian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. What colors are available?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Fawn
White Black
Gray
Cream
White
Silver
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Caucasian Ovcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Caucasian Ovcharka has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy
Dense
Waterproof
Straight
Dense
Double
Dense
Thick
Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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.
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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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Akita or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
Akita dogs are heavy shedders.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs shed moderately.
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Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best with kids?
Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog is more friendly?
Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Yes
Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Caucasian Ovcharka 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
Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.
Caucasian Ovcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best suited for service work?

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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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Caucasian Ovcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

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

Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has most puppies?
3-12 puppies 6-9 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. What's recommended?

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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Akita vs Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Akita, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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, Great Pyrenees, and Caucasian Ovcharka. 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
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
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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