Akita
VS
German Spitz – Giant
Akita vs German Spitz – Giant
Compare Akita and German Spitz – Giant side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Akita
German Spitz – Giant
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
60 – 67 cm
40 – 50 cm
Weight
38 – 42 kg
15 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 11 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Akita
Great with kids
Super smart
Protective
Large
German Spitz – Giant
Great with kids
High energy
Medium
Summary
About Akita
Large, powerful Japanese spitz breed with a broad head, curled tail and dense double coat that sheds heavily. Calm, independent and reserved with strangers but deeply loyal to family and a natural guardian. Intelligent yet strong‑willed, best for experienced, consistent owners.
About German Spitz – Giant
The German Spitz – Giant (Grossspitz) is a medium, square-built spitz with a thick double coat and proud, foxlike look. An alert, vocal watchdog, it’s active, intelligent and sensitive, bonding closely with its family. Needs regular brushing, early socialisation, kind training and daily exercise.
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