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Name	Shiba Inu	Akita	Chow Chow
Origins	Japan	Japan	China
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	45	47	76
Reviews	8	9	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Chowdren Chow
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Akita or Akita? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow intelligence:	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.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shiba Inu 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.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow 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 Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	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 Chow Chow indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	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.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow 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 Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow mouthiness comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than 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.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow?	The Shiba Inu 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.	The Chow Chow 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: Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shiba Inu 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.	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Akita and Chow Chow breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow energy level comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	Shiba Inu 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.	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 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.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow coat comparison:	Dense	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Rough
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Akita and Chow Chow color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? Shiba Inu or Akita or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow?	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 Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow 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, Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shiba Inu 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 Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Good With Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow 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: Shiba Inu or Akita or Chow Chow? 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: Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow?	Not really Shiba Inu 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 Chow Chow 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow 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 Shiba Inu and Akita and Chow Chow have?	2-4 puppies	3-12 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Akita vs Chow Chow Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	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 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	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	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

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