Akita
VS
Griffon Nivernais
Akita vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare Akita and Griffon Nivernais 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
Griffon Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
60 – 67 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
38 – 42 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 11 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Akita
Great with kids
Super smart
Protective
Large
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
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 Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
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