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Name	Lhasa Apso	Akita	Hortaya Borzaya
Origins	Tibet	Japan	Russia Ukraine Belarus
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lion Dog Lhasa	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Chortaja borzaja Hort Hrt Kurtas Kурч Chort
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? Which is the smallest dog, Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Small	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Lhasa Apso or Akita or Akita? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya weight comparison:	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 61-75 pounds (28-34 kg), Female: 48-61 pounds (22-28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya height comparison:	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1200	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Akita 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.

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Hortaya Borzaya dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya trainability comparison.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Active Intelligent Friendly Gentle Trainable Vigilant Guarding
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Lhasa Apso dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	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: Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya?	High: Lhasa Apso 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.	High: Hortaya Borzaya dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya social needs comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya playfulness comparison:	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Hortaya Borzaya is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya?	A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Hortaya Borzaya barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Hortaya Borzaya breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Lhasa Apso dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Hortaya Borzaya 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.

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hortaya Borzaya 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:	Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hortaya Borzaya has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya mouthiness comparison:	Lhasa Apso 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.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Hortaya Borzaya should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya lifespan comparison. How long do Lhasa Apso, Akita and Hortaya Borzaya breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Hortaya Borzaya: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	1/4 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.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lhasa Apso 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.	Low to Average: The Hortaya Borzaya has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya coat comparison:	Dense	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Dense Straight Close Fitting Elastic
Colors What are the original Lhasa Apso, Akita and Hortaya Borzaya color?	Black Red White Brown Yellow	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Red Cream White Sable Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hortaya Borzaya doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? Lhasa Apso or Akita or {name3 shedding:	Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	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, Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hortaya Borzaya has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very 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.	The Hortaya Borzaya is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lhasa Apso dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? Which dog is more friendly?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Yes Lhasa Apso 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.	Yes Hortaya Borzaya dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lhasa Apso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Hortaya Borzaya is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lhasa Apsos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Hortaya Borzayas are commonly okay with elderly people.

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya 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: Lhasa Apso or Akita or Hortaya Borzaya? 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: Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Not really Lhasa Apso 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.	Not really Hortaya Borzaya 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya 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 Lhasa Apso and Akita and Hortaya Borzaya have?	4-6 puppies	3-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Lhasa Apso vs Akita vs Hortaya Borzaya Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	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. 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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	No data available

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