Akita
VS
Leonberger
Akita vs Leonberger
Compare Akita and Leonberger 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
Leonberger
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
60 – 67 cm
65 – 80 cm
Weight
38 – 42 kg
40 – 77 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 11 years
9 – 10 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
5/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Akita
Great with kids
Super smart
Protective
Large
Leonberger
Great with kids
Easy to train
Giant
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 Leonberger
Large, strongly built “gentle giant” with lion‑coloured, water‑resistant double coat and black mask. Typically calm, devoted, and very good with children and other pets when well socialised. Needs regular exercise, kind training, thorough grooming, and careful health management.
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