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Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Comparison - Dog breed selector: Rott or Bullmastiff Shepherd or American Akita? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rottweiler Bullmastiff Shepherd Akita
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rott
Rottie
No data available American Akita
Japanese Akita
Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Large
Giant
Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Bullmastiff Shepherd? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita weight comparison:
Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) 60-140 pounds (27-64 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: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) 100 pounds (45.5 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $1200-$1500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bullmastiff Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita intelligence:
Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita trainability comparison.
Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Akita dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Curious
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Docile
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Watchful
Calm
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita?
Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita social needs comparison:
Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Akita dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita playfulness comparison:
Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Bullmastiff Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita?
Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Bullmastiff Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low: The Akita barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bullmastiff Shepherd indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bullmastiff Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akita bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bullmastiff Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita mouthiness comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita?
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Blindness
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Kidney Issues
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Hemangiosarcoma
Lymphosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bullmastiff Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Bullmastiff Shepherd and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Bullmastiff Shepherd: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita energy level comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Bullmastiff Shepherd 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.

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bullmastiff Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita coat comparison:
Dense Rough
Fuzzy
Fluffy
Dense
Waterproof
Straight
Colors
What are the original Rottweiler, Bullmastiff Shepherd and Akita color?
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Red
White
Brown
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Bullmastiff Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs shed above average.
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Akita dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita?

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bullmastiff Shepherd has a high 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 Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Bullmastiff Shepherd is an average drooler.
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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.
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Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Bullmastiff Shepherd 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 Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita?
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Bullmastiff Shepherd dogs are not the most 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: Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita?
Yes
Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bullmastiff Shepherd 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
Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bullmastiff Shepherd 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?
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Bullmastiff Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Bullmastiff Shepherd or Akita? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita?

Not really

Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bullmastiff Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Rottweiler and Bullmastiff Shepherd and Akita have?
8-12 puppies 6-10 puppies 3-12 puppies

Rottweiler vs Bullmastiff Shepherd vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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?
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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club
No data available 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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