Basenji vs Akita Comparison – Which dog is better African Barkless Dog or American Akita?

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Name	Basenji	Akita
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Japan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Basenji and Akita. What other names are these breeds known by?	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Basenji and an Akita. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Basenji and an Akita. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Akita? Is a Basenji taller than an Akita?	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Basenji vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Basenji and an Akita. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Akita?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Basenji vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. 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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare training requirements.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare alertness levels.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare territorial behaviors.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Basenji vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Basenji and an Akita. How do their temperaments differ?	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Basenji vs Akita?	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Akita 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: Basenji vs Akita?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Akita social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Basenji vs Akita?	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Basenji vs Akita? Which can be better for hunting?	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Akita 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

Basenji vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
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Basenji vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Akita?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Basenji vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Basenji vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Basenji and an Akita. Which breed is healthier?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Akita 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: Basenji vs Akita?	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Akita 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: Basenji vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Akita health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis

Basenji vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare daily food needs.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Basenji vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Basenji and Akita? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare drooling amounts.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Basenji and an Akita? Compare fur types.	Fine	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Akita? Do Basenji dogs shed more than Akita dogs?	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Basenji vs Akita Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare kid-friendliness.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Akita?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Akita? Can a Basenji and an Akita be friends? Do Basenji dogs get along with Akita dogs?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Basenji vs Akita?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basenji vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Basenji or an Akita? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Basenji and Akita. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Basenji vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Basenji and Akita. Which has larger litters?	4-5 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Basenji and Akita breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Basenji and Akita. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Basenji vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Basenji and Akita. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Basenji and Akita. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Basenji and Akita. Which is more widely recognized?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.	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

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