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Name	Shikoku dog	Akita	Kishu Ken
Origins	Japan	Japan	Japan
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	210	47	528
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Wolfdog Kochi-ken Mikawa Inu Shikoku dog	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Kishu Inu Kishu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Which is the smallest dog, Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	Large Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shikoku dog or Akita or Akita? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken weight comparison:	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	45 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	17-22 inches (43-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$800-$1200	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	Average: The Shikoku dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken trainability comparison.	Shikoku dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	Shikoku dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shikoku dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Intelligent Loyal Brave Cautious	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Dignified Alert Docile Faithful Noble
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken?	High: Shikoku 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.	High: Kishu Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken social needs comparison:	Shikoku dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shikoku dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shikoku 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.	Kishu Ken 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken playfulness comparison:	Average: Shikoku dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Kishu Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken?	Low to Average: The Shikoku dog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Kishu Ken 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 Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	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 Shikoku dog indoors.	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 Kishu Ken indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Shikoku 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.	Kishu Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	Shikoku 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.	Kishu Ken dogs handle alone time quite well.

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken?	Shikoku dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Kishu Kens tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Shikoku dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Kishu Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken lifespan comparison. How long do Shikoku dog, Akita and Kishu Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Shikoku dog: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Kishu Ken: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken energy level comparison:	Shikoku 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.	Kishu Ken dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shikoku dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Kishu Ken dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	Shikoku 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.	Kishu Ken dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shikoku 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kishu Ken's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken coat comparison:	Soft	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Dense Soft Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Shikoku dog, Akita and Kishu Ken color?	Black Cream Black & Tan	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shikoku dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Kishu Ken requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Shikoku dog or Akita or {name3 shedding:	Shikoku dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken 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, Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken?	Medium ⏺ The Shikoku dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kishu Ken has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shikoku dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. 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 Kishu Ken is an average drooler. See more.

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shikoku dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Kishu Ken dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? Which dog is more friendly?	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken?	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken?	Yes Shikoku 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.	No Kishu Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shikoku dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kishu Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shikoku dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kishu Kens are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken 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: Shikoku dog or Akita or Kishu Ken? 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: Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken?	Not really Shikoku 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.	Not really Kishu Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken 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 Shikoku dog and Akita and Kishu Ken have?	4-6 puppies	3-12 puppies	2-5 puppies, average 3
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Shikoku dog vs Akita vs Kishu Ken Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service

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