Akita vs Leonberger Comparison – Which dog is better American Akita or Gentle Giant?

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Name	Akita	Leonberger
Origins	Japan	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Akita vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Akita vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Akita or Leonberger? Is the Akita bigger than the Leonberger breed? Is an Akita smaller than a Leonberger?	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Akita or Leonberger? Akita vs Leonberger weight comparison:	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akita or Leonberger? Is an Akita taller than a Leonberger?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Akita vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Akita or Leonberger? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Akita and Leonberger?	$800-$1200	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Akita or Leonberger?	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Akita vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Akita or Leonberger smarter? Which is best? Akita vs Leonberger intelligence:	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.
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Trainability Akita vs Leonberger trainability comparison. What's the difference between Akita vs Leonberger?	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Akita or Leonberger?	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Akita or Leonberger? 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.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Akita vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Akita or Leonberger? Akita vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Akita vs Leonberger?	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Leonberger?	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Akita vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Akita vs Leonberger?	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Akita vs Leonberger? Which can be better for hunting?	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Leonberger 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 Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Akita vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Akita vs Leonberger?	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. 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 Leonberger?	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
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Akita vs Leonberger 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.	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Leonberger?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Akita vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Akita or Leonberger?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Akita more dangerous than a Leonberger?	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Akita vs Leonberger mouthiness comparison:	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Akita vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Akita vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Akita vs Leonberger?	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Leonbergers 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 Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Akita vs Leonberger?	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Akita vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Akita and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Akita and Leonberger?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Akita vs Leonberger?	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Akita vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Akita or Leonberger? Akita vs Leonberger energy level comparison:	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akita vs Leonberger exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akita or Leonberger? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akita or Leonberger?	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Akita vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Akita or Leonberger? Does the Akita breed eat more than the Leonberger breed?	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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Akita vs Leonberger 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 Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Akita vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Akita vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Akita and Leonberger color? Akita vs Leonberger color comparison:	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Akita or Leonberger? Akita vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Akita or Leonberger? Do Akita dogs shed more than Leonberger dogs?	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Akita or Leonberger?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Akita vs Leonberger hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 or Leonberger?	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Akita vs Leonberger?	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 Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Akita vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Akita or Leonberger?	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Leonberger?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Leonberger? Can an Akita and a Leonberger be friends? Do Akita dogs get along with Leonberger dogs?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Akita vs Leonberger?	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Leonberger 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 Leonberger 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.	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Akita vs Leonberger 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.	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 Leonberger? Which is better for autism?	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.
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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.
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.	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 Leonberger?	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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.	Yes 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.

Akita vs Leonberger Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Akita and Leonberger have? Akita vs Leonberger litter size comparison:	3-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Akita vs Leonberger 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 in 2010 as a Working 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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