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Name	Norwegian Buhund	Hokkaido Dog	Akita
Origins	Norway	Japan	Japan
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Norwegian Sheepdog Norsk Buhund	Ainu-ken Do-ken Seta Ainu dog	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Hokkaido Dog? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita weight comparison:	Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg)	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?	Male: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita height comparison:	Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm)	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?	Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm)	20 inches (49 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$300-$500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.	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.

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita 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.	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 Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita trainability comparison.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:	Funny Loving Agile Energetic Courageous Friendly	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?	Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	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: Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita social needs comparison:	Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	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?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	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? Which can be better for hunting?	Norwegian Buhund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	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

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita playfulness comparison:	The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed. See more.	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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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.	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

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.	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
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hokkaido Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita mouthiness comparison:	Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	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.

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease	Heart Murmurs Allergies Cryptorchidism Collie Eye Anomaly Blocked Tear Ducts Hypodontia	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	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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Life Expectancy Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Buhund, Hokkaido Dog and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years	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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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Buhund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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.

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita energy level comparison:	Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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 Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Norwegian Buhund dogs need a lot of exercises.	Hokkaido Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	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.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita coat comparison:	Dense	Thick	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Colors What are the original Norwegian Buhund, Hokkaido Dog and Akita color?	Black Wheaten	Black White Brindle Black & Tan	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming. See more.	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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or {name3 shedding:	Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Hokkaido Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Akita 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: Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita 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, Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hokkaido Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norwegian Buhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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.

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	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 Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	Yes Norwegian Buhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	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?	Yes Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	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?	Norwegian Buhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Hokkaido Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita 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: Norwegian Buhund or Hokkaido Dog or Akita? 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: Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita?	Not really Norwegian Buhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	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.
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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita 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 Norwegian Buhund and Hokkaido Dog and Akita have?	4-8 puppies	3-7 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Norwegian Buhund vs Hokkaido Dog vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 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 Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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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