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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Comparison - Dog breed selector: Saarloos Wolfhound or NI dog or American Akita? Find the right dog for you

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Name Saarloos Wolfdog Northern Inuit Dog Akita
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Common Names & Aliases
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Saarloos Wolfhound NI dog American Akita
Japanese Akita
Great Japanese Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Cross Breed Purebred

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large
Giant
Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita? Compare adult weight ranges.
79-90 pounds (36-41 kg) Male: 79-110 pounds (36-50 kg), Female: 55-84 pounds (25-38 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?
84.5 pounds (38.5 kg) Male: 94.5 pounds (43 kg), Female: 69.5 pounds (31.5 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita height comparison:
24-29.5 inches (60-75 cm) Male: 23-32 inches (58-81 cm), Female: 23-28 inches (58-71 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?
24-29.5 inches (67.5 cm) Male: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm), Female: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita?
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog is a commonly available dog breed.
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.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which is easiest to train?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Northern Inuit Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Akita dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed is most alert?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Northern Inuit Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed is most protective?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Northern Inuit Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Energetic
Reliable
Devoted
Lively
Proud
Friendly
Gentle
Calm
Familiar
Dependable
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Northern Inuit Dog 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: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita?
High: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Northern Inuit Dog 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
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita social needs comparison:
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Northern Inuit Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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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?
The wanderlust potential of the Saarloos Wolfdog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Northern Inuit Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Northern Inuit 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.
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Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog barks occasionally.
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Average: The Northern Inuit Dog barks occasionally.
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Low: The Akita barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Saarloos Wolfdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Northern Inuit Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Saarloos Wolfdog breed in the home.
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 Northern Inuit Dog indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Northern Inuit Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs handle alone time quite well.
Northern Inuit Dog 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.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Saarloos Wolfdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Northern Inuit Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which uses mouth most during play?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Northern Inuit Dog dogs have an 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Saarloos Wolfdog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Northern Inuit Dog bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akita bite force: Ordinary.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Saarloos Wolfdog: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Northern Inuit Dog: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Saarloos Wolfdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Northern Inuit Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which has fewer health issues?
Saarloos Wolfdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Northern Inuit 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Saarloos Wolfdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Northern Inuit 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita health problems comparison:
No data available Addison's Disease
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Sebaceous Adenitis

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which breed is most active?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Northern Inuit Dog 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
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Northern Inuit Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Northern Inuit Dog 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.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Northern Inuit Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which needs most food?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 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.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Silver
Black
Gray
White
Sable
Black
Red
White
Brown
Fawn
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Saarloos Wolfdog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Northern Inuit Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which drools least?
The Saarloos Wolfdog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Northern Inuit Dog 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Saarloos Wolfdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Northern Inuit Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense Fluffy
Dense
Waterproof
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita? Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or {name3 shedding:
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs shed moderately.
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Northern Inuit Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Akita dogs are heavy shedders.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which is best with kids?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Northern Inuit Dog or Akita?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita?
Yes
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Northern Inuit 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
Saarloos Wolfdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Northern Inuit 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?
Saarloos Wolfdogs are commonly okay with elderly people.
Northern Inuit Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

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

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

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Northern Inuit Dog 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which has most military use?

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.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 5-12 puppies 3-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. What's recommended?

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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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Northern Inuit Dog vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. 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 breed recognition status of Saarloos Wolfdog, Northern Inuit Dog, and Akita. Which has most recognition?
No data available Dog Registry of America 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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