Akita
VS
Lhasa Apso
Akita vs Lhasa Apso
Compare Akita and Lhasa Apso 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
Lhasa Apso
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
60 – 67 cm
25 – 26 cm
Weight
38 – 42 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 11 years
13 – 14 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
5/5
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
Lhasa Apso
Great with kids
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 Lhasa Apso
Small but sturdy Tibetan companion once kept as an indoor watchdog. Rectangular body, dense floor‑length coat with many colors, low shedding but high grooming needs. Loyal and protective with family, reserved with strangers, alert and vocal. Suits apartments if well trained and exercised.
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