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Name	Akita	Tosa Ken	Kangal Dog
Origins	Japan	Japan	Turkey
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Large	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Akita or Tosa Ken or Tosa Ken? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog weight comparison:	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$600-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog 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.	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 Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog trainability comparison.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? 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.	Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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 Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog?	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. 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 Tosa Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kangal Dog 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.	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Kangal Dog 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog?	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. 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 Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tosa Ken breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog 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.	Tosa Ken dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Tosa Ken 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.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog?	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Bloat	Fatty Tumors
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Tosa Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Akita, Tosa Ken and Kangal Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog energy level comparison:	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tosa Ken dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tosa Ken dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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 Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog 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.	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Dense Hard	Dense Double
Colors What are the original Akita, Tosa Ken and Kangal Dog color?	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Gray Cream
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Akita or Tosa Ken or {name3 shedding:	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kangal Dog 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 Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	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.	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 Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tosa Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog 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 Tosa Ken is an average drooler. See more.	The Kangal Dog 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.

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tosa Ken dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog?	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Tosa Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Kangal Dog 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 Tosa Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kangal Dog 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.	Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog 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.	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 Tosa Ken or Kangal Dog? 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.	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.	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.	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 Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog?	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tosa Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog 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.	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog 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 Tosa Ken and Kangal Dog have?	3-12 puppies	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Akita vs Tosa Ken vs Kangal Dog 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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