Akita vs Japanese Spitz
Compare Akita and Japanese Spitz: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Akita
VS
Japanese Spitz
Comparison Table
Show Differences Only
Characteristic
Akita
Japanese Spitz
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
5 – Spitz and Primitive Types
5 – Spitz and Primitive Types
Height
60 – 67 cm
29 – 38 cm
Weight
38 – 42 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life Expectancy
10 – 11 years
12 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Akita
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Protective
Large
Japanese Spitz
Great with Kids
High Energy
Easy to Train
Tiny
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 Japanese Spitz
The Japanese Spitz is a small to medium, people‑oriented companion with a pure white double coat that’s easy to maintain with regular brushing. Lively, intelligent, and trainable, it suits apartments with daily exercise. Naturally alert and vocal, it is usually friendly once introduced.
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