Akita
VS
Portuguese Podengo Medio
Akita vs Portuguese Podengo Medio
Compare Akita and Portuguese Podengo Medio 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
Portuguese Podengo Medio
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
60 – 67 cm
40 – 54 cm
Weight
38 – 42 kg
16 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 11 years
10 – 13 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
5/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Akita
Great with kids
Super smart
Protective
Large
Portuguese Podengo Medio
Great with kids
High energy
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 Portuguese Podengo Medio
The Portuguese Podengo Medio is a medium, athletic Portuguese hunting dog with smooth or wire coats needing simple grooming. Lively, intelligent and affectionate with family, it’s watchful with strangers and has strong prey drive. It needs plenty of daily exercise, training and mental stimulation.
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