Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Comparison – Which dog is better Ainu-ken or American Akita?

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Name	Hokkaido Dog	Akita
Origins	Japan	Japan
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Hokkaido Dog and Akita. What other names are these breeds known by?	Ainu-ken Do-ken Seta Ainu dog	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Hokkaido Dog and an Akita. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Hokkaido Dog and an Akita. Which breed is heavier?	45-65 pounds (20-30 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?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Is a Hokkaido Dog taller than an Akita?	18-22 inches (46-56 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?	20 inches (49 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Hokkaido Dog and an Akita. Which breed costs more?	$300-$500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	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 Akita is quite easy to get.

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare training requirements.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are quite 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 Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare alertness levels.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare territorial behaviors.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Hokkaido Dog and an Akita. How do their temperaments differ?	Alert Courageous Docile Faithful Brave	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	High: Hokkaido Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. 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 Hokkaido Dog vs Akita social needs comparison:	Hokkaido Dog dogs are a social breed. 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 Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	Hokkaido Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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 Hokkaido Dog vs Akita? Which can be better for hunting?	Hokkaido 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.	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

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Hokkaido Dog barks occasionally. 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 Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Hokkaido Dogs, 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 Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hokkaido Dog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Hokkaido Dog 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: Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Hokkaido Dog 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.

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Hokkaido Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Hokkaido Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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 Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Hokkaido Dog 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

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare average lifespans.	11-13 years The average lifespan of Hokkaido Dog: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Hokkaido Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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 Hokkaido Dog and an Akita. Which breed is healthier?	The Hokkaido Dog 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: Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	Average The Hokkaido Dog 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: Hokkaido Dog vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hokkaido Dog vs Akita health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Allergies Cryptorchidism Collie Eye Anomaly Blocked Tear Ducts Hypodontia	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Hokkaido Dog has an 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 Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups 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

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Hokkaido Dog and Akita? Compare breed colors.	Black White Brindle Black & Tan	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Hokkaido Dog requires a lot of 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 Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare drooling amounts.	The Hokkaido Dog is an average drooler. 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 Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Hokkaido Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Hokkaido Dog and an Akita? Compare fur types.	Thick	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Do Hokkaido Dog dogs shed more than Akita dogs?	Hokkaido Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare kid-friendliness.	Hokkaido Dog 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?	Hokkaido Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	Hokkaido Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Hokkaido Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Can a Hokkaido Dog and an Akita be friends? Do Hokkaido Dog dogs get along with Akita dogs?	Hokkaido Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	Yes Hokkaido Dog 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 Hokkaido Dog 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?	Hokkaido Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Hokkaido Dog 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 Hokkaido Dog 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Hokkaido Dog 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 Hokkaido Dog 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 Hokkaido Dog or an Akita? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Hokkaido Dog 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 Hokkaido Dog 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 Hokkaido Dog and Akita. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Hokkaido Dog and Akita. Which has larger litters?	3-7 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Hokkaido Dog and Akita breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Hokkaido Dog 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.

Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Hokkaido Dog and Akita. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Hokkaido Dog and Akita. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	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 Hokkaido Dog and Akita. Which is more widely recognized?	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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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